The boxing world lost a major legend June 3 with the passing of Muhammad Ali at the age of 74.

Ali, who suffered from Parkinson's Disease for years, died from a respiratory illness which was complicated by his condition.

The former heavyweight champion who was nicknamed "The Greatest," is remembered for his stellar record as a fighter, having won 56 of 61 fights, but he is also remembered for his staunch stance back in the 60s for opposing the Vietnam War, and even refusing to be drafted. He was stripped of his world title and boxing license as a result and didn't fight again until his conviction was overturned in 1971.

His life is being remembered and he is being mourned heavily on social media, as fans, friends, fellow celebrities and more are all remembering him today.

He has been remembered on social media by some of his nine children:

 

Several athletes have also posted tributes to the great on social media as well:

 

 

 We lost the "greatest" today... Such an inspiration to many... Me included!!! #ripchamp #wewillmissyou

A photo posted by Michael Phelps (@m_phelps00) on Jun 4, 2016 at 6:54am PDT

 

 

 

 Legends Never Die... #ripAli #holdat

A photo posted by Carlos Boozer (@mrcbooz) on Jun 4, 2016 at 7:49am PDT

 


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