AEW star Chris Jericho is set to play the role of Gorgeous George in the Muhammad Ali series The Greatest, which will stream on Prime Video next month.
As reported by Rosy Codero of Deadline, Jericho has been cast as the wrestling pioneer in the historical drama that will focus on the life and career of Ali. One of the first wrestlers to break into the mainstream, Gorgeous George’s flamboyance and self-promotion made him a star in and out of the ring. His style has been seen in generations since, with Ali being one of the most notable to be influenced by George. Jericho will make the appearance in episode 4 of the series, which is set to drop on November 4.
Muhammad Ali is widely regarded as one of the greatest boxers and athletes of all time. On top of his abilities as a boxer, Ali also gained popularity for his talent on the mic. A huge wrestling fan, Ali was also the enforcer for the main event of WrestleMania 1.
Chris Jericho Joins Cast Of Muhammad Ali Drama
Jaalen Best plays the role of Ali, starring alongside Omari Hardwick and Dana Gourrier, who play Cassius “Cash” Clay Sr. and his wife Odessa “Bird” Clay, respectively, parents of Muhammad Ali. Michael Ealy plays Malcolm X in a recurring role. The Greatest is the first series to be authorised by the Ali estate. Ali’s widow, Lonnie Ali, also executive produced alongside Michael B. Jordan’s Outlier Society, Authentic Studios, Roc Nation, Shawn Carter, Polygram Entertainment and Grace: A Storytelling Company.
Jericho has regularly featured on AEW TV over the past few weeks. His most recent match saw him lose to Nick Wayne at WrestleDream.
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