Sports Illustrated's 50 Most Iconic Covers

As a magazine pertaining directly to some of the best athletes in the world, listed below are some of the best Sports Illustrated portraits over the years. Some of the most memorable include the most recognizable figures in the athletic industry.

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The More You Know

  • In 1978, Tim Allen was arrested for possession of 1.4 pounds of cocaine and was sentenced to three to seven years in jail. He was let out on parole after two years and four months.
  • In the early days of his career, Sylvester Stallone was so poor that he sold his dog Butkus for $50.
  • Channing Tatum played a bartender in Ricky Martin's "She Bangs" music video. He made $400 for the role.
  • Matthew Perry lost part of his middle finger in a car door.
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