KING, DON CARTOON ART (1984-BY CHARLIE MCGILL)

Don King was the first major black promoter who has controlled heavyweight title off and on since 1978; first big promotion was Muhammad Ali's fight against George Foreman in 1974; former numbers operator who served 4 years for manslaughter (1967-70); acquitted of tax evasion and fraud in 1985; also promoted Larry Holmes, Mike Tyson, Evander Holyfield, Roberto Duran and Julio Cesar Chavez among others; has been accused of bilking his fighters out of money; famous for his gravity-defying hairstyle and his catchphrase "Only in America." Presented here is original cartoon art by Charlie McGill dating to 1984 which highlights the accusations against King for bilking fighters out of money.
This is original cartoon art picturing Don King and drawn on heavy stock artist paper. Bold, clear image and print. Not creased or torn. Clean. Tack holes in upper corners. Minor edge and corner wear. 17 3/4" x 24 1/2."