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What time is Frank Skinner on Muhammad Ali on BBC One tonight? Comedian explores the life of his idol, boxing great Ali

TV funnyman to show a more serious side as he embarks upon a journey of discovery, soaking up the atmosphere of the places Ali lived

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COMEDIAN Frank Skinner explores the life of his idol and boxing legend Muhammad Ali in tonight's Frank Skinner on Muhammad Ali.

In the show for BBC One, Skinner will visit key locations in Ali's life and meet the great's family and friends.

Frank Skinner on Muhammad Ali: The comedian embarks upon a journey of discovery, soaking up the atmosphere of the places Ali lived and meeting those closest to him
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Frank Skinner on Muhammad Ali: The comedian embarks upon a journey of discovery, soaking up the atmosphere of the places Ali lived and meeting those closest to himCredit: BBC

When is Frank Skinner on Muhammad Ali on?

The programme airs on BBC One TONIGHT (June 1) at 9pm.

In the show, Skinner travels around the UK and the US and, and meet Ali's younger brother Rahaman and Ali's wife Khalilah.

Skinner also speaks to Ali's old sparring partner and later opponent Larry Holmes.

Frank Skinner presenting Room 101
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Frank Skinner presenting Room 101Credit: BBC Press Handout

Who is Frank Skinner?

English comedian, writer and TV personality.

Skinner, 60, currently presents Room 101 and is well known from his days presenting Fantasy Football League alongside David Baddiel between 1994 and 2004.

Muhammad Ali was affectionately known as 'The Greatest'
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Muhammad Ali was affectionately known as 'The Greatest'Credit: AP:Associated Press

Who was Muhammad Ali?

Nicknamed 'The Greatest', the American former world champion boxer and activist passed away in June last year aged 74.

He was known for his quick fists, even quicker wit and his public stance against the Vietnam War.

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