Bob Arum
Boxing promoter, founder of Top Rank
Born
December 8th, 1931
93 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Founded Top Rank, a premier boxing promotional company, which has represented numerous world champions. Promoted significant fights, contributing to the careers of many notable boxers. Played a crucial role in the rise of pay-per-view boxing events in the United States and organized high-profile matches involving legends of the sport.
Founded Top Rank in 1970
Promoted fights for Muhammad Ali
Facilitated the careers of champions like Oscar De La Hoya and Manny Pacquiao
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