Reflecting on the lives and legacies of notable Black figures who passed away in 2025. Their contributions to music, sports, politics, and activism.

Former heavyweight champion George Foreman and footballers Diogo Jota and Denis Law were among the sports stars who died in 2025. Here is the second part of AFP's review of the sporting figures we ...

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Floyd Patterson, Joe Frazier, Muhammad Ali, and George Foreman each competed in the Olympic Games before turning professional ...

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Known as “The Greatest,” Muhammad Ali (1942-2016) was a three-time heavyweight boxing champion. To honor the legacy of the ...

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"Muhammad Ali’s life was defined not only by his victories but by his conviction, generosity and enduring belief in the power of love and humanity. His spirit continues to inspire people everywhere, ...

Paul and Ali both suffered broken jaws in the boxing ring. A wicked right hand from Joshua broke Paul’s jaw in two places ...

Ali will be featured for the first time on a U.S. stamp next year, the United States Postal Service announced Monday. The ...

After losing his title to Muhammad Ali, the boxer sank into a depression that ended only after he was born again.