Rahaman Ali, the younger brother of boxing legend Muhammad Ali, has died at the age of 82. TMZ reported that he passed away in a hospice in Louisville, Kentucky, where he spent his final weeks surrounded by loved ones.
Born Rudolph Arnett Clay, Rahaman was the last surviving member of Muhammadâs immediate family. His death marks the end of an era for the Ali family.
Hana Ali Shares Emotional Tribute to Her Uncle âRockâ
Muhammadâs daughter Hana Ali shared a deeply personal and moving tribute on social media to honor her uncle, who was affectionately known as âRock.â âToday, the last living member of my fatherâs immediate family returned to heaven,â she wrote.
âMy Uncle, lovingly known as Rock, was a sweet, gentle soul with a heart as big as the world. He had that same sparkle in his eye that my father had⦠that same light, that same mischief, that same love.â
Hana reflected on the unbreakable bond between her father and uncle, describing their relationship as both âbrothers by blood, but friends by choice.â
âEven as children, their bond was extraordinary. My father loved his brother like he was his own child.â
She imagined the two brothers reunited in heaven, playfully continuing their childhood games. âWhatever theyâre doing up there, I know itâs full of joy, laughter, and the kind of brotherly love that helped shape our family.â
Tributes Pour In
(Photo by David R. Lutman/Getty Images)Reacting to Hana’s post, several fans started sharing heartfelt tributes. A fan wrote: “Sorry to hear of the loss of beautiful Uncle Rahman sis. A special special manâ¼ï¸ I am praying for you & your family â¦. your sister & you all chose me to be a part of. â¤ï¸âð©¹ðð¾â¤ï¸â𩹔
Another comment read: “What a beautiful tribute! â¤ï¸”
A third one chimed in: “Weâre so sorry to hear this – we loved spending time with Rahaman every time he came to visit with us at the Center. We hope he is at peace, and our thoughts and prayers are going out to the family.”
Another heartfelt condolence message read: “My heart hurts to hear this sad news Hannah, but as you said he and his brother Ali are celebrating in Heaven. I wish condolences to the entire family with all my love. Always there for you. â¤ï¸”
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