Following Muhammad Ali’s death, politicians, athletic heavyweights and celebrities paid tribute online to the boxing great’s indelible legacy.
Here are some notable tributes to a larger-than-life character:
Drake
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
He thrilled. He rumbled. He fought fearlessly, and stood firm in his beliefs. He was, no doubt, the Greatest. RIP Champ.
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) June 4, 2016
Toronto Mayor John Tory
I had the chance to meet #MuhammadAli about 15 years ago. It was an incredible moment that I'll never forget. #RIPMuhammadAli
— John Tory (@JohnTory) June 4, 2016
Actor Will Smith
U.S. President Barack Obama
U.S. presidential candidate Hillary Clinton
Muhammad Ali really was The Greatest—unmatched not just in power and skill, but also in courage and conscience. Thinking of his family. -H
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) June 4, 2016
CNN host Larry King
Spent the morning reflecting on the loss of #MuhammadAli. I was honored to call him a friend...
— Larry King (@kingsthings) June 4, 2016
Former U.S. President Bill Clinton
Goodbye my friend. You were Great in so many ways. https://t.co/4rY68GF8mB
— Bill Clinton (@billclinton) June 4, 2016
Beyonce
Actress Mia Farrow
"Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee. His hands can't hit what his eyes can't see. Now you see me, now you don't."- Muhammad Ali
— mia farrow (@MiaFarrow) June 4, 2016
Hockey legend Wayne Gretzky
The Greatest.... RIP pic.twitter.com/Ya1pgTpDIe
— Wayne Gretzky (@OfficialGretzky) June 5, 2016
