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Larry Holmes (born November 3, 1949) is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1973 to 2002 and was world heavyweight champion from 1978 until 1985. He is often considered to be one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time.
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Larry Holmes, American heavyweight boxing champion of the late 1970s and early ’80s who was known for his solid defense. He retired with a record of 69 wins (44 by knockout) and 6 losses. Learn more about Holmes’s life and career, including his notable matches.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Nov 3, 2021 · A tribute to Larry Holmes, who turns 72 today, on his birthday. Learn about his career, achievements, controversies and legacy as one of the greatest heavyweight champions of all time.
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Jun 11, 2018 · Professional boxer. Seventh Grade Dropout. Worked for Ali. Became Heavyweight Champ. Returned to Boxing. Sources. Larry Holmes, “ the Easton Assassin, ” is known as much for his retirements and comebacks as his skill in the boxing ring.
BOXING. Larry Holmes: The Legendary Boxer Who Defined a Generation. Larry Holmes, a name that resonates through the annals of boxing history, is synonymous with greatness in the world of pugilism.
Larry Holmes (born on November 3, 1949) was an American boxer. He held the World Heavyweight Championship from 1978 to 1985. Holmes fought out of Easton, Pennsylvania. He was nicknamed the "Easton Assassin." Holmes won the vacant World Boxing Council championship from Ken Norton in 1979.