Excelsior, true believer — now THIS is a question worthy of the ages, because the Greatest and the Man of Steel once threw down in one of the most talked-about comics of all time!
Was Muhammad Ali Ever in a Comic Book?
Yes — Muhammad Ali starred in one of the most legendary oversized comics ever published: Superman vs. Muhammad Ali (DC, 1978), officially titled All-New Collectors' Edition C-56. In it, Ali and Superman must determine who is the greatest fighter on Earth to save the planet from an alien invasion — and Ali actually wins a bout against Superman (under a red sun, evening the odds). The wraparound cover by Neal Adams is iconic, packed with dozens of celebrity caricatures in the crowd. It was later reprinted in a standard-sized facsimile edition, making it more accessible to modern fans. Ali also appeared in a Marvel treasury edition — Marvelmania material and a memorable issue of Spider-Man — but the DC treasury is the crown jewel.
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Character Muhammad Ali 2 appearances 
Character Superman Kal-El (Clark Kent) 
Key issue Action Comics #1 The New 52 reboot introduces a younger, less experienced Superman. 
Creator Neal Adams Artist of the iconic wraparound cover 
Key issue Green Lantern #87 First appearance of John Stewart 
Key issue Marvel Spotlight #2 First appearance of Jack Russell
Character Superman Kal-El (Clark Kent) Key issue Action Comics #1 The New 52 reboot introduces a younger, less experienced Superman. Creator Neal Adams Artist of the iconic wraparound cover Key issue Green Lantern #87 First appearance of John Stewart Key issue Marvel Spotlight #2 First appearance of Jack Russell Was this answer helpful? Thanks — noted!
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