History today: 20 February

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Full Name: Muhammad Ali [Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr.]

Born: January 17, 1942

Star Sign: Capricorn

Birthplace: Louisville, Kentucky, USA

Died: June 3, 2016 (aged 74)

Cause of Death: He died from Septic shock caused by respiratory illness

Nationality: He was an American

Profession: He was a Heavyweight Boxing Champion

Why Famous: Born Cassius Clay, Muhammed Ali was known as "The Greatest" and as one of the most famous athletes of the 20th Century.