Extras
Muhammad Ali is Diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease
Upon retiring from boxing, Ali was forced to confront his deteriorating health.
Muhammad Ali is Diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease
Fighting Words Before the Thrilla in Manila
Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier prepare for their third fight, the Thrilla in Manila.
Fighting Words Before the Thrilla in Manila
The Supreme Court Overturns Muhammad Ali's Conviction
In a shocking decision, the Supreme Court unanimously overturned Ali's conviction.
The Supreme Court Overturns Muhammad Ali's Conviction
Preparing for The Rumble in the Jungle
Muhammad Ali arrives to praise in Kinshasa where he would soon fight George Foreman.
Preparing for The Rumble in the Jungle
Outlash Follows Muhammad Ali's Criticism of the Vietnam War
Muhammad Ali faces outlash after condemning the Vietnam War.
Outlash Follows Muhammad Ali's Criticism of the Vietnam War
Muhammad Ali's Focus on Racial Justice
In an interview, Ali hinted at retiring, saying he'd rather fight for racial justice.
Muhammad Ali's Focus on Racial Justice
Muhammad Ali's Devotion to Islam
Muhammad Ali's devotion to Islam grows, and in 1989 he makes a pilgrimage to Mecca.
Muhammad Ali's Devotion to Islam
Muhammad Ali Refuses the Vietnam War Draft
When Ali was drafted for Vietnam, many questioned whether he would accept the induction.
Muhammad Ali Refuses the Vietnam War Draft
Muhammad Ali Marries Belinda Boyd in Chicago
In 1966, Muhammad Ali met 16-year-old Belinda Boyd at a Nation of Islam bakery.
Muhammad Ali Marries Belinda Boyd in Chicago
Muhammad Ali Is Found Guilty of Refusing the Draft
An all-white Houston jury found Muhammad Ali guilty of refusing the draft.
Muhammad Ali Is Found Guilty of Refusing the Draft
Muhammad Ali Fights Cleveland 'Big Cat' Williams
Muhammad Ali takes on Cleveland "Big Cat" Williams at the Astrodome in Houston, Texas.
Muhammad Ali Fights Cleveland 'Big Cat' Williams
Muhammad Ali Embarks on a Tour Across Africa
Ali's tour of Africa revealed the mighty boxer's worldwide social influence.
Muhammad Ali Embarks on a Tour Across Africa
'I'm Free to be Who I Want to Be'
As Clay gained success, he was criticized for his socio-political and religious beliefs.
'I'm Free to be Who I Want to Be'
Cassius Clay Changes His Name to Muhammad Ali
Elijah Muhammad offers Cassius a new name to secure his allegiance to the Nation of Islam.
Cassius Clay Changes His Name to Muhammad Ali
How Cassius Clay Got His Start in Boxing
Twelve-year-old Cassius Clay participated in his first amateur fight.
How Cassius Clay Got His Start in Boxing
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