Muhammad Ali to Be Honored with U.S. Commemorative Forever Stamp

The U.S. Postal Service will issue a commemorative Forever Stamp honoring Muhammad Ali, the legendary boxer and global icon.

An official first-day ceremony is scheduled for Thursday in Louisville, Kentucky, Ali’s hometown. The stamp features a classic 1974 black-and-white Associated Press photo of Ali in a boxing pose.

Each sheet also includes an image of Ali in a suit, reflecting his humanitarian work.

Ali’s widow, Lonnie Ali, called the stamp an “ultimate” tribute that reinforces his legacy of compassion and connection. The USPS printed 22 million stamps, which will not be reissued once sold out.

The “Forever Stamp” designation means it will always be valid for first-class postage. The effort gained public support through a #GetTheChampAStamp campaign after Ali’s death in 2016.

Beyond his athletic achievements as a three-time heavyweight champion, Ali was a prominent social activist. He famously refused induction into the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, a decision that led to a multi-year boxing ban and a Supreme Court battle.

Later in life, he became a global ambassador for peace and humanitarian causes.

The stamp’s release highlights Ali’s enduring impact as both a sports legend and a cultural figure who transcended the ring.