He was known as "The greatest", Muhammed Ali passed away on Friday at the age of 74.

NBC News is reporting that Ali passed away at Phoenix-area hospital. Over the past few days Ali was being treated for respiratory complications.

According to NBC News, Ali was born Cassius Clay on Jan. 17, 1942 in Louisville, Kentucky.

Ali always stated that when it comes to boxing that he's "The Greatest"

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