Muhammad Ali with money

This photograph is often shared with the following captions:

  • Muhammad Ali with his winnings in 1974
  • Muhammad Ali and his money in 1970s
  • Muhammad Ali showing off his money

This photo was taken in 1963 for the cover of the Sports Illustrated Magazine. The magazine was published on February 24, 1964. The cover with text “My $1,000,000 Getaway” can be found from Sports Illustrated website. At that time Muhammad Ali was still called as Cassius Clay.

See also: HoaxOfFame blog entry.

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