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Stars, Athletes, & Politicians Tweet Condolences On Muhammad Ali's Death

LOS ANGELES (CBSLA.com) — Condolences have poured in via social media amid news of the passing of boxing great Muhammad Ali.

Ali died Friday at age 74 after being hospitalized with respiratory problems earlier this week.

Below are a handful of the tweets that have surfaced:

On Saturday, singer Dionne Warwick issued a statement."So sorry to hear of another dear friend making his transition. He will always be The Greatest and will be remembered with wonderful memories shared. My sincere condolences go out to his family. Rest in peace, my friend."

Boxer Sugar Ray Leonard wrote, "I woke up this morning with a tear coming down my cheek, an ache in my chest along with an appreciation of a man, fighter and friend that I truly admired, idolized and loved in Muhammad Ali. My true feelings have not totally surfaced yet because No One beats Muhammad Ali. So to continue his journey I will thank God for bringing this incredible man into my life! RIP Champ"

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