Carlos Monzón

Argentinian Boxer and Actor

Carlos Monzón - Argentinian Boxer and Actor
Born

August 7th, 1942
82 years ago

Died

1995
30 years ago — 53 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Argentina

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Achieved prominence in professional boxing as a middleweight champion. Held the World Middleweight title from 1970 to 1977. Transitioned into acting with roles in Argentine cinema after retiring from boxing. Recognized for both skills in the ring and performances on screen.

Held the World Middleweight title for 7 years

Defeated legendary fighters like Nino Benvenuti

Starred in films such as 'Left-Handed' and 'The Man Who Returned'

Inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame

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