Precious footage shows Muhammad Ali doing magic tricks for kids

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Mariya Abdulkaf
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Precious footage shows Muhammad Ali doing magic tricks for kids
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When he wasn't floating like a butterfly or stinging like a bee, the late Muhammad Ali was captivating crowds with his magic tricks. 

In a clip from ESPN's sports documentary Muhammad and Larry, Ali dazzles some kids by making a key turn over and by transforming a scarf into what appears to be a wand.

His most famous trick was a levitating act that was so good that even David Copperfield called it “classic.”

Try not to let all your emotions burst as you get a glimpse into the life of the magnificent three-time world heavyweight boxing champion.

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Mariya Abdulkaf

A lover of satirical debate, wine and a good bowl of guac. Originally from Ethiopia, Mariya received a B.A. from Vassar College, where she studied international relations, with a regional focus on the Middle East and concentrations in political science, history and film.


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