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Boxing's a rough sport. After every fight I rush to the mirror to make sure I'm presentable.

Muhammad Ali

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Muhammad Ali
Age: 74 †
Born: 1942
Born: January 17
Died: 2016
Died: June 3
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Cassius Clay
Cassius Marcellus Clay
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