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Ali says he likes Smith's portrayal in 'Ali'

Associated Press

Thursday, December 20, 2001

LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Muhammad Ali shook hands with kids and waved to fans as he walked up a red carpet and into a theater for the local premiere of the movie that chronicles his life. Born Cassius Clay in Louisville in 1942, Ali grew up in the city's West End where Broadway Cinemas is located. Wearing a gold turtleneck and black pants under a black checked jacket, he emerged from a limousine to cheers and flashing cameras. The 59-year-old Ali, who suffers from Parkinson's syndrome, was h ...

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