Muhammad Ali (/ ɑː ˈ l iː /; [2] born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr.; January 17, 1942 – June 3, 2016) was an American professional boxer and social activist. [a] A global cultural icon, widely known by the epithet "The Greatest", he is frequently cited as the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time.

Apr 17, 2023 · Muhammad Ali was a three-time heavyweight boxing champion with an impressive 56-win record. He was also known for his public stance against the Vietnam War.

Mar 22, 2025 · Muhammad Ali was a charismatic and fearless boxing legend who fascinated the world with his unmatched skills in the ring and unwavering commitment to social justice.

Dec 16, 2009 · Muhammad Ali (1942-2016) was an American former heavyweight champion boxer and one of the greatest sporting figures of the 20th century. An Olympic gold medalist and the first fighter to...

Aug 25, 2016 · Born Cassius Clay in Louisville, Kentucky, Muhammad Ali is consistently ranked as one of the greatest boxers of all time. At the age of 18, Ali traveled to Rome, Italy to participate in the 1960 Olympics. He won the gold medal in light heavyweight boxing and returned to the United States to pursue his professional boxing career shortly thereafter.

Muhammad Ali, orig. Cassius Marcellus Clay, (born Jan. 17, 1942, Louisville, Ken., U.S.—died June 3, 2016, Scottsdale, Ariz.), U.S. boxer. Cassius Clay took up boxing at the age of 12 and rose through the amateur ranks to win the Olympic light heavyweight crown in 1960.

Boxer, humanitarian, social activist: meet the People’s Champion. Explore the life of Muhammad Ali.

Jun 4, 2016 · By changing his name from Cassius Clay to Muhammad Ali just two days after claiming the world heavyweight crown, and by embracing the separatist teachings of the Nation of Islam, the boxer...

Apr 14, 2025 · Ali in Me is a profoundly worthwhile listen for people who share Muhammad Ali’s heart for other people and is a fascinating look at how his legacy continues to inspire other’s years after his ...

Jun 15, 2021 · Born Casius Clay on January 17, 1942 in Louisville, Kentucky, Muhammad Ali was an American heavyweight boxer most known for winning the heavyweight champion of the world three times.