Q: How do I request an autograph, correspondence, personal appearance, etc. from Muhammad?
A: Any requests directly related to Muhammad go through Muhammad Ali Enterprises. You may contact them at the following address:
Muhammad Ali Enterprises
P.O. Box 160
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
USA
Q: What has Muhammad Ali been doing the last few years?
A: Since he retired from boxing, Ali has devoted himself to humanitarian endeavors around the globe. He is a devout Suni Muslim, and has travelled the world over: lending his name and presence to hunger and poverty relief, supporting education efforts of all kinds, promoting adoption and encouraging people to respect and better understand one another. It is estimated that he has helped to provide more than 22 million meals to feed the hungry. While Muhammad's travel has slowed down significantly in recent years, he still helps when and how he is able.
Q: Where does Muhammad Ali live?
A: Muhammad Ali’s “home base” is currently in Phoenix, Arizona.
Q: How old is Muhammad?
A: Muhammad turned 66 years old on January 17, 2008.
Q: How many children does Muhammad have?
A: Muhammad has nine children – 7 girls and 2 boys.
Q: How many of Ali’s children are boxers?
A: One - Ali’s youngest daughter Laila Ali is a boxer. Laila is featured in the Train With Ali exhibit on Level 5 of the Ali Center.
Q: What year did Ali change his name from Cassius Clay to Muhammad Ali?
A: 1964 – right after Ali won his first heavyweight championship against Sonny Liston.
Q: How is Muhammad’s health?
A: Muhammad continues to travel some, even though he has had Parkinson’s Disease for over 25 years. He is doing well under those circumstances.
Q: How do I share a story or memory about Muhammad?
A: If you would like to share a fond memory or story about how Muhammad Ali has influenced your life or your chance encounter with the Champ, please click here. Your submissions will be added to the collection of materials as part of the Ali Center’s Library and Archives.