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Jack Dempsey

Jack Dempsey

Acting
24 Jun 1895
31 May 1983
Manassa, Colorado, USA

Biography

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia William Harrison "Jack" Dempsey (June 24, 1895 – May 31, 1983), nicknamed "Kid Blackie" and "The Manassa Mauler", was an American professional boxer who competed from 1914 to 1927, and reigned as the world heavyweight champion from 1919 to 1926. A cultural icon of the 1920s, Dempsey's aggressive fighting style and exceptional punching power made him one of the most popular boxers in history. Many of his fights set financial and attendance records, including...

Also Known As

William Harrison "Jack" Dempsey, William Harrison Dempsey

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