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Neil Leifer

American photographer (1942- ) · United States · On the map · Artists

Neil Leifer is an American sports photographer and filmmaker known mainly for his work with Sports Illustrated and Time. His photograph of Muhammad Ali standing over Sonny Liston, taken on May 25, 1965, in Lewiston, Maine, "is considered by many to be the greatest sports photo of all time."

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International Boxing Hall of Fame2014
Lucie Award2006

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Country
United States
Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1942 · age 83

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