I was asked in a way when Honorable Elijah Mohammed said take the step, choose between the wealth of America and the millions of dollars and the title, the ministry. So, I chose the ministry. If I was not sincere, then I would have easily went to Vietnam, boxin' exhibitions, and made a couple of cool million.
Muhammad AliI started out making $4 for my first fight, but imagine paying $25,000 for a painting...look at me!
Muhammad AliI wanted to keep these trunks as a souvenir." "Now look at them." "They were splattered with blood.
Muhammad Ali