Emile Griffith
Boxer and trainer with a championship title
Born
February 3rd, 1938
87 years ago
Died
July 23rd, 2013
11 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1938, a professional boxer during the 1960s and 1970s. Competed in the welterweight and middleweight divisions. Achieved significant success with three victories over Benny Paret, including the infamous 1962 match that resulted in Paret's death. Also won the World Welterweight title in 1961 and the World Middleweight title in 1966. Transitioned to a career in training after retirement, coaching future boxers.
Won the World Welterweight title in 1961
Secured the World Middleweight title in 1966
Defeated Benny Paret in three significant matches
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