The Muhammad Ali Centre is planning a 70th birthday bash for the former heavyweight champion in his home town of Louisville, Kentucky.

The party will highlight a series of events in the town to mark the legendary boxer’s 70th birthday on January 17.

Ali plans to attend the January 14 private birthday party that will include dinner, entertainment and speeches.

Ali Centre media officer Jeanie Kahnke said he would be surrounded by old friends, including long-time trainer Angelo Dundee.

Ms Kahnke said Ali and his wife Lonnie were looking forward to returning for the celebration. They have homes in Arizona, Michigan and Louisville.

A series of community events begins on January 15. The Ali Centre is a cultural and education centre that also includes a museum focusing on Ali’s career as a boxer and humanitarian.

Ali, now suffering from Parkinson’s disease, has received dozens of international awards for his humanitarian efforts.

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