I so wish I was in that room…
LIFE.com: Ali and X
Cassius Clay laughs with Malcolm X shortly after gaining the heavyweight boxing championship in 1964. He had recently announced his conversion to the Nation of Islam, and assumed the name Cassius X. “It’s a great look into the incredible charisma of both men, which just pops off the photo.” — Jason Fox
Photo: Mike Smith / Time & Life Pictures / Getty Images