Muhammad Ali - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 17, 1942 |
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| Died | June 03, 2016 (age 74) |
| Birthplace | Louisville, Kentucky, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Heavyweight world boxing champion, civil rights activism, charismatic public persona. |
Intro
Muhammad Ali was an American professional boxer and cultural icon, widely regarded as one of the greatest boxers of all time. Known for his impressive boxing skills, charisma, and outspoken personality, Ali became an influential figure in sports and civil rights history.
Early Life & Background
Born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. in Louisville, Kentucky, Muhammad Ali began boxing at the age of 12. Showing early talent in the sport, he won six Kentucky Golden Gloves titles and two national Golden Gloves titles before winning a gold medal in the light heavyweight division at the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome.
Career Highlights
- Won the world heavyweight title three times (1964, 1974, 1978)[1][2].
- Defeated Sonny Liston in 1964 to become world heavyweight champion[1][2].
- Engaged in historic fights such as 'The Rumble in the Jungle' (victory over George Foreman, 1974) and 'The Thrilla in Manila' (win against Joe Frazier, 1975)[1][2].
- Stripped of his boxing titles in 1967 for refusing to be drafted into the U.S. military due to his religious beliefs and opposition to the Vietnam War; the U.S. Supreme Court overturned his conviction in 1971[1][2].
- Named 'Sportsman of the Century' by Sports Illustrated and 'Sports Personality of the Century' by the BBC[1][2].
Trivia
- Changed his name from Cassius Clay to Muhammad Ali in 1964 after joining the Nation of Islam[1][2].
- Known for his catchphrase, 'Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee.'[1][2].
- Diagnosed with Parkinson's syndrome in 1984[1][2].
- Lit the Olympic Flame at the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games opening ceremony[1][2].
FAQs
People also ask
When was Muhammad Ali born?
Muhammad Ali was born the 17 January 1942.
Where is Muhammad Ali from?
Louisville, Kentucky, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About January 17th, 1942, in brief:
- Historical events: Muhammad Ali (born Cassius Clay), one of the most significant and influential athletes of the 20th century, was born in Louisville, Kentucky. He would become a three-time world heavyweight boxing champion and a prominent civil rights activist.
- Day of the week: January 17th, 1942 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: New Moon
- Popular movie: Black Swan directed by Darren Aronofsky
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