NAACP Honors Muhammad Ali at 2009 Image Awards

Muhammad Ali received the NAACP’s President’s Award at the 2009 Image Awards that was held on February 12 in Los Angeles, California.  The presentation of the award included a solo performance by Jennifer Hudson who sang “The Impossible Dream” to the Champ.  The prestigious President’s Award is selected by the National President of the NAACP and given in recognition of special achievement in public service and furthering the cause of civil rights.

“Muhammad Ali inspired a generation," said Ben Jealous, NAACP President/CEO.  “We are honored to recognize the accomplishments of one of the most respected and admired men of all time, who earned a special place in our hearts and minds not only for his success inside the boxing ring but for his role as an outspoken, charming and witty leader, activist, humanitarian and artist. He is truly ‘The Greatest of All Time’ and incredibly worthy of this award." (www.naacp.org)