Histopedia

Muhammad Ali, widely regarded as “The Greatest” boxer of all time, was born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. on January 17, 1942, in Louisville, Kentucky . He began boxing at 12 and quickly rose to fame, winning a gold medal in the 1960 Summer Olympics.

Ali’s professional career was marked by his impressive record of 56 wins and five losses, with 37 knockouts. He held the heavyweight title three times and had legendary fights against Joe Frazier and George Foreman .

But Ali’s impact went beyond the boxing ring. He was a prominent figure in the civil rights movement, and his refusal to serve in the Vietnam War made him an icon for the anti-war movement. He was also a talented poet and spoken word artist, releasing two studio albums .

Throughout his life, Ali received numerous accolades, including being named Sportsman of the Century by Sports Illustrated and the Sports Personality of the Century by the BBC. He passed away on June 3, 2016, but his legacy continues to inspire generations .