Jeanie Buss is a real person portrayed by Hadley Robinson in the TV series Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty (based on a true story).
In the first episode they appeared in, titled The Swan (season 1), they were 27 years old.
They appear in all 17 aired episodes and have accumulated 806 positive votes.
Episodes17
The Swan
episode S1.E1 march 2022Businessman Jerry Buss bets it all on the lackluster Los Angeles Lakers--and rookie phenom Earvin "Magic" Johnson.
Is That All There Is?
episode S1.E2 march 2022After giving Coach West carte blanche with the Lakers roster, Buss attempts to charm Red Auerbach; Earvin's efforts to impress the women in his life fall flat; Claire's mandate to get creative brings conflict with Buss' daughter, Jeanie.
The Best Is Yet to Come
episode S1.E3 march 2022As Buss courts new talent, a former Laker ponders a future with the franchise, and Earvin's move to LA isn't quite as magical as he hoped.
Who the F**k Is Jack McKinney
episode S1.E4 march 2022The Lakers are going to a training camp in Palm Springs; Buss is struggling financially; the new team coaches implement a groundbreaking idea.
Pieces of a Man
episode S1.E5 april 2022While the Lakers prepare for their season opener, Kareem experiences a crisis of faith, and Buss clashes with those closest to him.
Memento Mori
episode S1.E6 april 2022Assistant coach Paul Westhead adds to the Lakers' growing list of problems when he finds himself dealing with a tragedy of Shakespearean proportions. Increasingly courted by corporate sponsors, Earvin consults a newfound financial advisor.
Invisible Man
episode S1.E7 april 2022While Buss clashes with West over the coaching staff, Paul calls in a favor from Pat Riley. On the road for the first time, Earvin attempts to reconnect with loved ones in Lansing, before heading to Boston to square off against longtime rival Larry Bird.
California Dreaming
episode S1.E8 april 2022As the Lakers continue their successful run, Paul and Pat are forced to reckon with the tenuous nature of their positions. Then, Earvin meets his childhood hero at the NBA All-Star game, where he receives some sage advice. Jessie convinces Jeanie to help shield her father from a devastating truth.
Acceptable Loss
episode S1.E9 may 2022As the Lakers prepare to enter the play-offs, Buss struggles with the team's tenuous coaching situation and his mother's failing health. Later, Haywood receives an ultimatum from Kareem.
Promised Land
episode S1.E10 may 2022The Lakers face their greatest challenge yet. Buss, Kareem, and Haywood each grapple with demons. Earvin works his magic against Dr. J.
One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty
episode S2.E1 august 2023As the Lakers enter a new season, Buss bets big on his players and children; an on-court injury threatens the team's future.
The Magic Is Back
episode S2.E2 august 2023Pat and West try to woo a new star after Earvin's performance is not met with satisfaction. On the other hand, Buss woos characters from his past.
The Second Coming
episode S2.E3 august 2023In the 1970s, Larry Bird rises from a small-town boy to a position as a sought-after player. Later, Earvin puts pressure on Buss.
The New World
episode S2.E4 august 2023Despite his record-breaking new contract, Earvin continues to butt heads with his teammates - and his domineering coach.
The Hamburger Hamlet
episode S2.E5 september 2023Superstar Earvin Magic Johnson and Coach Westhead clash. Team owner Jerry Buss orders Jerry West to pick up the pieces.
'BEAT L.A.'
episode S2.E6 september 2023The Lakers win another championship. But after humiliating defeats, they have to regroup to take on the Celtics.
What Is and What Should Never Be
episode S2.E7 september 2023With the NBA Finals, the tensions between Lakers and Celtics reach a new peak in 1984, and between Magic Johnson and Larry Bird.
- The Swan
- Is That All There Is?
- The Best Is Yet to Come
- Who the F**k Is Jack McKinney
- Pieces of a Man
- Memento Mori
- Invisible Man
- California Dreaming
- Acceptable Loss
- Promised Land
- One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty
- The Magic Is Back
- The Second Coming
- The New World
- The Hamburger Hamlet
- 'BEAT L.A.'
- What Is and What Should Never Be
Best moments10
- The Lakers are going to a training camp in Palm Springs; Buss is struggling financially; the new team coaches implement a groundbreaking idea.
- With the NBA Finals, the tensions between Lakers and Celtics reach a new peak in 1984, and between Magic Johnson and Larry Bird.
- In the 1970s, Larry Bird rises from a small-town boy to a position as a sought-after player. Later, Earvin puts pressure on Buss.
- While the Lakers prepare for their season opener, Kareem experiences a crisis of faith, and Buss clashes with those closest to him.
- As the Lakers enter a new season, Buss bets big on his players and children; an on-court injury threatens the team's future.
- The Lakers face their greatest challenge yet. Buss, Kareem, and Haywood each grapple with demons. Earvin works his magic against Dr. J.
- After giving Coach West carte blanche with the Lakers roster, Buss attempts to charm Red Auerbach; Earvin's efforts to impress the women in his life fall flat; Claire's mandate to get creative brings conflict with Buss' daughter, Jeanie.
- As the Lakers prepare to enter the play-offs, Buss struggles with the team's tenuous coaching situation and his mother's failing health. Later, Haywood receives an ultimatum from Kareem.
- As Buss courts new talent, a former Laker ponders a future with the franchise, and Earvin's move to LA isn't quite as magical as he hoped.
- As the Lakers continue their successful run, Paul and Pat are forced to reckon with the tenuous nature of their positions. Then, Earvin meets his childhood hero at the NBA All-Star game, where he receives some sage advice. Jessie convinces Jeanie to help shield her father from a devastating truth.
- Who the F**k Is Jack McKinney
- What Is and What Should Never Be
- The Second Coming
- Pieces of a Man
- One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty
- Promised Land
- Is That All There Is?
- Acceptable Loss
- The Best Is Yet to Come
- California Dreaming