In Memoriam
Rahaman Ali, Muhammad Ali’s brother and boxer, dies at 82
Ali passed away Friday at the age of 82, the Muhammad Ali Center confirmed Saturday.
Rahaman Ali, the younger brother of boxing legend Muhammad Ali and a steadfast figure in his corner, has died.
Ali passed away Friday at the age of 82, the Muhammad Ali Center confirmed Saturday.
About Rahaman Ali
Born Rudolph Arnett Clay on July 18, 1943, Rahaman followed his older brother into the ring, building a professional record of 14 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draw between 1964 and 1972. Though his own boxing career was modest, Rahaman’s legacy was deeply entwined with Muhammad’s brilliant rise. He was often seen ringside alongside his brother and offering unwavering support throughout Muhammad’s storied career.
“You can’t tell Muhammad’s story without mentioning Rahaman,” said DeVone Holt, president and CEO of the Muhammad Ali Center. “Their relationship was a true example of what it means to be ‘my brother’s keeper’”.
His legacy
Rahaman authored two books chronicling his life and bond with Muhammad: That’s Muhammad Ali’s Brother! My Life on the Undercard (2014) and My Brother, Muhammad Ali – The Definitive Biography (2019). In both, he offered candid glimpses into the Clay family’s journey from Louisville to global fame.
Tributes poured in across social media, with fans and family members remembering Rahaman not only as Muhammad’s brother, but as a gentle soul who carried his own light. Muhammad’s daughter Hana Ali wrote, “Uncle Rock had a heart of gold. He never needed a spotlight to shine”.
Funeral arrangements have not yet been announced. The cause of death has not been disclosed.
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