The former 'Fresh Prince of Bel Air' star, Will Smith will be among those carrying the casket at the funeral of late legendary boxer Muhammad Ali.
Actor to be pallbearer at Muhammad Ali's funeral
Will Smith will be joined by the former heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis in carrying the coffin, followed by family and other close friends.
Will Smith and Muhammad Ali
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Announced by Muhammad Ali's family on Monday, June 6, 2016, Will Smith will be joined by the former heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis in carrying the coffin, followed by family and other close friends.
Will Smith will once again honor Muhammad Ali now in death like he did in life for portraying Ali in the 2001 biopic 'Ali'
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Will Smith was nominated for an Oscar for Best Actor after he played the athlete’s biographical film.
Muhammad Ali was very pleased with Smith’s portrayal during the filming.
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