Don King: Muhammad Ali a "fighter for the people"

Promoter Don King remembers "the legend"

The famously flamboyant Don King promoted many of Muhammad Ali's fights, including the "Rumble in the Jungle."

"That was a great night - it was a great event. It was an event that was historical because Muhammad was a fighter for the people. He became the people's champion. He illustrated this inside and outside of the ring," King told CBSN's Josh Elliott.

Watch the video above to hear more of their interview.

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