Biography
Abraham Simon (May 30, 1913 β October 24, 1969) was an American professional heavyweight boxer. He fought Joe Louis for the world heavyweight title twice. He was managed for most of his career by Jimmy Johnston, and trained by Freddie Brown. In 1940, he was rated the sixth best heavyweight in the world, and would rise higher in the next two years. After retiring, he became an actor and had roles in two of America's best-known movies about boxers, Academy Award winner On the Waterfront and Requiem for a Heavyweight.
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Birthday1913-01-01
Deathday1969-10-24 (56 years old)
Birth PlaceRichmond Hill, United States of America
CitizenshipsUnited States of America
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