Muhammad Ali’s Daughter Rasheda Ali Biography: Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Height, Ethnicity, Children, Husband, Films

Rasheda Ali, daughter of the legendary boxer Muhammad Ali, has established herself as a prominent author, public speaker, and advocate for Parkinson’s disease awareness.

Growing up in the shadow of her father’s fame, Rasheda carved out her path, focusing on health advocacy and education.

Her book, “I’ll Hold Your Hand So You Won’t Fall: A Child’s Guide to Parkinson’s Disease,” has been instrumental in educating young readers about the condition that afflicted her father.

Profile

• Full name: Rasheda Ali
• Date of birth: 1970
• Age: 55 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
• Nationality: American
• Profession: Author, Public Speaker, Parkinson’s Disease Advocate, Actress, Entrepreneur
• Height: 5 feet 8 inches (1.72 meters)
• Parents: Father: Muhammad Ali; Mother: Khalilah Camacho Ali
• Siblings: Maryum Ali, Jamillah Ali (twin sister), Muhammad Ali Jr., Khaliah Ali, Miya Ali, Hana Ali, Laila Ali, Asaad Amin
• Spouse: Bob Walsh (married in 1997)
• Children: Biaggio Ali Walsh, Nico Ali Walsh
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: Islam
• Ethnicity: African-American
• Net worth: $800,000  

Early Life and Education

Rasheda Ali was born in 1970 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Muhammad Ali and Khalilah Camacho Ali. Growing up with her twin sister, Jamillah, and other siblings, Rasheda experienced a unique childhood influenced by her father’s global fame. The family later moved to Flossmoor, Illinois, where Rasheda spent much of her formative years.

She pursued higher education at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communications with honours. Her academic background laid the foundation for her future endeavours in media and advocacy.

Personal Life

Rasheda Ali is married to Bob Walsh, a restaurateur based in Chicago. The couple married in 1997 and has two sons, Biaggio Ali Walsh and Nico Ali Walsh. Biaggio has pursued a career in mixed martial arts, while Nico has followed in his grandfather’s footsteps as a professional boxer.

Career

Rasheda Ali’s career encompasses authorship, public speaking, acting, and entrepreneurship. Her book, “I’ll Hold Your Hand So You Won’t Fall: A Child’s Guide to Parkinson’s Disease,” serves as an educational resource for children to understand the complexities of Parkinson’s disease.  

The book has been translated into four languages: English, Spanish, French, and Polish. Beyond writing, Rasheda has appeared on various television programs, including “Dateline,” “Good Morning America,” CNN, MSNBC, and FOX News, as well as other Emmy award-winning series, discussing topics related to health and her father’s legacy.

She is also a dedicated advocate for stem cell research and travels globally to raise awareness and funds for neurocognitive disorders. Her work also includes producing and hosting the talk show “In My Corner with Rasheda Ali,” where she engages with guests on a range of topics.  

Additionally, Rasheda has acted in films such as “Beyond Desire” (1994) and “The Opera Lover” (1999). As an entrepreneur, she owns two shoe boutiques in New York and Atlanta and has launched her shoe line called “Encore.”  

Net Worth

Rasheda Ali’s net worth is estimated at approximately $800,000. Her income is derived from her work as an author and public speaker, as well as her television appearances, acting roles, and entrepreneurial ventures in the fashion industry.  

Social Media

• Instagram: @rashedaali1
• X: @rashedaali

Filmography

• Beyond Desire (1994)
• The Opera Lover (1999)
• In My Corner with Rasheda Ali (TV Series)  

Books

• I’ll Hold Your Hand So You Won’t Fall: A Child’s Guide to Parkinson’s Disease (2005)
• Te Llevaré de la Mano para que no Te Caigas: Guía de la Enfermedad de Parkinson para Niños (Spanish Edition, 2005)