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#RIPMuhammadAli: The Man, The Legend & The Pop-Culture Icon
We pay tribute to Muhammad Ali with a look back at some of his pop-cultural moments as we know them, including some big Bollywood star tributes to the late and great boxing legend.
In shock, we all woke up this Saturday morning to realize that one of the greatest legends of our time left us way too soon! The loss came just a few short months after losing music's biggest legend, Prince.
Muhammad Ali
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Muhammad Ali, the former world heavyweight boxing champion and one of sport's most influential individuals, died at age 74.
We take a look at five pop-cultural moments from his time below.
1. When He Became a Comic Book Hero
DC Comics' Cover art spread for Superman Vs. Muhammad Ali
Photo Credit: Wikipedia Commons
DC Comics' Cover art spread for Superman Vs. Muhammad Ali
Photo Credit: Wikipedia Commons
In 1978, along with the theatrical release of Superman the motion picture, DC Comics released a two-page full-wrap cover unleashing the late and great Muhammad Ali as a comic book superstar. Superman has had his fair share of battles in the pop-cultural world, but Ali by far was one of his biggest competitors.
2. When He Became a Broadway Superstar
When supporting his family was most important, Ali joined Broadway in an attempt to earn a living. He accepted a role in Buck White in 1969, also starring Donald Sutherland. The show showcased the story of a black leader speaking against white oppression. Ali was even able to show off his singing chops with his performance.
3. When He Became a Grammy-Nominated Artist
Album Cover Art for I Am The Greatest
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In 1963, the boxing heavyweight released a spoken-word comedy album called I Am the Greatest with Columbia Records. "I Am The Greatest" was also released that year with a cover of Ben E. King's classic "Stand By Me." Ali's album was nominated for a Grammy and peaked at high positions on various charts that same year.
4. That Time He Became a Cartoon Character
I Am the Greatest: The Adventures of Muhammad Ali was an animated series featuring the heavyweight boxing legend, who starred as the voice for his own character. The short-lived series broadcast Saturday mornings on NBC in the fall of 1977 but was cancelled after just 13 weeks.
5. Bollywood Mourns the Loss of the Legend
Ali's fanbase and inspiration go far beyond North America. A slew of Bollywood stars took to their social feeds to share their feelings, thoughts and tributes for Muhammad Ali.
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