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Jayne Kennedy shares her groundbreaking experience as the first Black woman co-anchor on CBS's NFL Today, highlighting her bold move to secure an exclusive Muhammad Ali interview, which led to her contract extension and recognition in sports broadcasting.
Muhammad Ali's childhood home in Louisville, Kentucky, which has served as a museum, is listed for sale along with two neighboring properties for $1.5 million. The one-story house, where the boxing legend learned to box and which was part of his funeral procession route, is being sold through Christie's International Real Estate Bluegrass.
Muhammad Ali's childhood home in Louisville, Kentucky, which was converted into a museum, is up for sale along with two neighboring properties for $1.5 million. The owners hope to find a buyer who will maintain the house as a museum to preserve its historical significance. The museum, which opened shortly before Ali's death in 2016, faced financial difficulties and closed within two years.
Dwayne Johnson, attending the WWE Hall of Fame ceremony to honor his late grandmother, engaged in a verbal altercation with a fan who yelled something at him, prompting Johnson to confront the individual and caution him to "watch your f***ing mouth." The incident occurred as Johnson was leaving the platform, and while no physical altercation took place, it added a dramatic moment to the event, which also featured Johnson receiving "The People's Championship" belt from Muhammad Ali's widow.
The Undertaker may possibly induct Muhammad Ali into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2024, with reports suggesting that he will at least make an appearance during the ceremony in Philadelphia. Ali, known as the greatest boxer of all time, had a significant history with WWE, including being a guest referee at the first WrestleMania in 1985. Undertaker himself was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2022.
The trailer for WWE 2K24 has been released, revealing the absence of Brock Lesnar from the cover and the inclusion of various game modes and featured wrestlers. In a surprising twist, the game features a prime Muhammad Ali as a guest referee, hinting at exciting possibilities for players. This comes amid WWE's efforts to distance itself from Lesnar following allegations, with John Cena replacing him on the cover.
Rock Brynner, son of iconic actor Yul Brynner, passed away at the age of 76. He had a diverse career, working as a road manager for The Band, bodyguard for Muhammad Ali, farmer, pilot, street performer, novelist, and professor. Brynner wrote a one-man play, a biography of his father, and several other books. He was also an early investor in the Hard Rock Cafe. Survived by his sisters, Brynner leaves behind a legacy of varied experiences and accomplishments.
A quote from Jim Brown's 2016 appearance on NBC News' Meet the Press, in which he emphasized the importance of human dignity and integrity over money, is worth revisiting after his death. Brown, a Hall of Famer and activist, had a complex legacy that included his involvement in major political, social, and civil rights causes, as well as multiple arrests for violent behavior toward women. He should be remembered for all parts of his legacy, good and bad.
John Wooten, a longtime teammate of Jim Brown, reflects on the legacy of the NFL superstar and his impact on the Civil Rights Movement. Brown organized the Cleveland Summit in support of Muhammad Ali, which brought together prominent Black athletes and politicians to back Ali after he was stripped of his heavyweight title and suspended for refusing to be drafted into the military. Brown believed in using his platform to make change and focused on programs for education and economic empowerment. He was committed to helping others and never thought the job was finished.