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Muhammad Ali and Etta James Meet During Zaire 74 Festival

📰 Original title: When Muhammad Ali Met Etta James in 1974

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Muhammad Ali and Etta James Meet During Zaire 74 Festival

In September 1974, boxing legend Muhammad Ali met acclaimed singer Etta James in Kinshasa, Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo), just before the iconic “Rumble in the Jungle” fight against George Foreman. Their encounter took place at the Kinshasa Hotel on September 22, during the Zaire 74 music festival organized by promoter Don King to coincide with Ali's championship match. Photographs by Horst Faas captured Ali seated at a piano with James, as he played a few notes and engaged in conversation with her and other Black American artists participating in the festival. The gathering also included music icons such as James Brown, B.B. King, and Bill Withers, reflecting a celebration of global Black solidarity and Pan-Africanism alongside a major sporting event. While the music festival ran from September 22–24, Foreman's injury delayed the fight until October 30, allowing artists and athletes to extend their stay and interact further. This unique intersection of sport and music remains a remarkable historical moment, highlighting cultural unity and the convergence of talent from different fields on an international stage.

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Muhammad Ali and Etta James Meet During Zaire 74 Festival

📰 Original title: When Muhammad Ali Met Etta James in 1974

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Muhammad Ali and Etta James Meet During Zaire 74 Festival

In September 1974, boxing legend Muhammad Ali met acclaimed singer Etta James in Kinshasa, Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo), just before the iconic “Rumble in the Jungle” fight against George Foreman. Their encounter took place at the Kinshasa Hotel on September 22, during the Zaire 74 music festival organized by promoter Don King to coincide with Ali's championship match. Photographs by Horst Faas captured Ali seated at a piano with James, as he played a few notes and engaged in conversation with her and other Black American artists participating in the festival. The gathering also included music icons such as James Brown, B.B. King, and Bill Withers, reflecting a celebration of global Black solidarity and Pan-Africanism alongside a major sporting event. While the music festival ran from September 22–24, Foreman's injury delayed the fight until October 30, allowing artists and athletes to extend their stay and interact further. This unique intersection of sport and music remains a remarkable historical moment, highlighting cultural unity and the convergence of talent from different fields on an international stage.

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Craig ConstantineSep 27, 2016

Start Counting When It Starts Hurting

I don’t count my sit-ups. I only start counting when it starts hurting. When I feel pain, that’s when I start counting, because that’s when it really counts.

~ Muhammad Ali

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Presence, not pursuit.

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Craig ConstantineJul 8, 2023

Perspective

Looking at life from a different perspective makes you realize that it’s not the deer that is crossing the road, rather it’s the road that is crossing the forest.

~ Muhammad Ali

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Craig Constantine

Presence, not pursuit.

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KillBait NewsMay 13

Muhammad Ali Spars Gently with Young Fan During 1963 London Training

📰 Original title: Muhammad Ali Letting a Young Fan Win a Fight in 1963

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Muhammad Ali Spars Gently with Young Fan During 1963 London Training

📰 Original title: Muhammad Ali Letting a Young Fan Win a Fight in 1963

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The Hollywood ReporterMay 12

Muhammad Ali’s Widow Touts Late Boxer’s “Package” to Amazon Upfront Crowd
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Muhammad Ali’s Widow Touts Late Boxer’s “Package” to Amazon Upfront Crowd

Float like a butterfly, sting like much more than a bee.

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John AutryMay 9

May 9, 1967 - In April, World Heavyweight Boxing Champion Muhammad Ali had refused induction into the U.S. Army based on his religious convictions. He claimed, "I ain't got no quarrel with those Vietcong." On this day, following his indictment by 24 hours, he was stripped of his title and his license to fight by the World Boxing Association.

In June, a court found him guilty of draft evasion, fined him $10,000, and sentenced him to five years in prison. He remained free, pending numerous appeals, but was still barred from fighting for three years

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Beyond the Robes: The Untold Champion of Dube – Theo Mthembu’s Soweto

When people speak about Soweto as a sports destination, the spotlight often falls on iconic landmarks like Orlando Stadium or the powerful history surrounding Hector Pieterson Memorial. But the real heartbeat of Soweto lives beyond the obvious—it echoes in quiet streets, dusty corners, and the stories of individuals who built greatness from struggle. At Soweto Apparel, we believe true style is rooted in story. Today, we step into Dube—not just as visitors, but as storytellers—tracing […]

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