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Elden Campbell grew up watching the very team he’d play for in his years-long basketball career as a Los Angeles native.
Magic Johnson, one of Campbell’s former teammates, paid tribute to his late friend by calling him a “gentle soul.”
“I just received devastating news that my former Lakers teammate and friend Elden Campbell has passed away,” Johnson tweeted on December 3, 2025.
RIP Big Easy pic.twitter.com/0PtBnKXAmK
— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) December 3, 2025
How Old Was Elden Campbell?
Campbell was 57 when he died in December 2025.
What Happened to Elden Campbell?
Campbell had no known health issues toward the end of his life.
How Did Elden Campbell Die? Updates on His Cause of Death
Per the Los Angeles Times, Campbell’s cause of death is still unknown.
Why Was Elden Campbell Nicknamed ‘Easy’?
Throughout his basketball career, Campbell was nicknamed “Big Easy” and “Easy A” by his teammates.
“I just remember his demeanor,” Scott told the publication after learning of Campbell’s death.
Was Elden Campbell Married With Children?
Campbell kept his private life away from the spotlight.
