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HISTORY: Drew Bundini Brown (March 21, 1928 – September 24, 1987) was an assistant trainer and cornerman of Muhammad Ali, as well as occasional film actor. He was portrayed by actors Bernie Mac and Jamie Foxx in the films Don King: Only in America, and Ali respectively. Brown joined Muhammad Ali's entourage as a cornerman in 1963 and remained with him throughout his career. Later he also became a part of James "Quick" Tillis entourage as a cornerman. Brown was also one of Ali's speech writers. He wrote certain poems, including that which coined Ali's famous and oft quoted: Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee, your hands can't hit what your eyes can't see. Ali used the poem to taunt Sonny Liston at the press conference prior to his February 25, 1964 victory over the WBA and WBC champion to claim both titles.
Offered here is an original New York State Second's License Application of Drew "Bundini" Brown which he has signed along with Edwin Dooley, the Chairman of the Commission. Dating to 1969 this license would cover the fights of Muhammad Ali against Oscar Bonavena in 1970 and Joe Frazier in the Fight of The Century in 1971.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is n original New York State Second's License Application of Drew "Bundini" Brown which he has signed along with Edwin Dooley, the Chairman of the Commission. Dating to 1969 this license would cover the fights of Muhammad Ali against Oscar Bonavena in 1970 and Joe Frazier in the Fight of The Century in 1971. A two page, typed application signed on the second page by Brown and Dooley. Includes a photo of Bundini Brown on front. Has two holes at top which do not affect the text. Has three folds. Clean front and back. 8 1/2" x 11." A rare signed license application by one of the most important members of the corner of Muhammad Ali.
