Boxing stars out in force for Muhammad Ali film

The boxing world turned out in force for the Royal Premiere of Ali - the life and times of heavyweight fighter Muhammad Ali.

The boxing world turned out in force for the Royal Premiere of Ali - the life and times of heavyweight fighter Muhammad Ali, which stars Will Smith.

Olympic gold medallist Audley Harrison was joined by former champions Henry Cooper, Barry McGuigan and Nigel Benn at the opening night of the film starring Will Smith.

Hundreds of fans crowded into Leicester Square in London and let out a deafening scream when the Men In Black star arrived.

He greeted some of those who braved the cold weather and signed autographs before the premiere began.

Comedians also appeared to be a fan of the great heavyweight champion with Frank Skinner and Harry Enfield attending the event and two sides of Arsenal football club in the form of present player Patrick Vieira and former striker for the Gunners and Ian Wright were members of the audience.

The music world was represented by veteran Bob Geldof, Skin, lead singer of band Skunk Anansie and Radio 1 DJ Sara Cox.

Celebrity girls Tamara Beckwith and Lady Victoria Hervey also attended as did supermodel Heidi Fleiss.

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