Joe Louis
American boxer (1914–1981)
Biography
Joseph Louis Barrow (May 13, 1914 – April 12, 1981) was an American professional boxer who competed from 1934 to 1951. Nicknamed "the Brown Bomber", Louis is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential boxers of all time. He reigned as the world heavyweight champion from 1937 until his temporary retirement in 1949. He was victorious in 25 consecutive title defenses, a record for all weight classes. Louis has the longest single reign as champion of any boxer in history.
Louis's cultural impact was felt well outside the ring. He is widely regarded as the first Black American to achieve the status of a nationwide hero within the United States, and was also a focal point of anti-Nazi sentiment leading up to and during World War II because of his historic rematch with German boxer Max Schmeling in 1938.
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Awards & honours (10)
- Legionnaire of Legion of Merit
- Congressional Gold Medal
- Associated Press Athlete of the Year
- Michigan Sports Hall of Fame
- International Boxing Hall of Fame
- WBA World Heavyweight Champion
- The Ring World Heavyweight Champion
- Barney Nagler Award
- Sugar Ray Robinson Award
- The Ring magazine Fighter of the Year
Quick answers about Joe Louis
- How old was Joe Louis?
- Joe Louis died on April 12, 1981 at the age of 66.
- When is Joe Louis's birthday?
- Joe Louis was born on May 13, 1914.
- Where was Joe Louis born?
- Joe Louis was born in LaFayette.
- What is Joe Louis's zodiac sign?
- Joe Louis's zodiac sign is Taurus.
- How tall is Joe Louis?
- Joe Louis is 1.88 m (6′2″) tall.
- What is Joe Louis's nationality?
- Joe Louis is a citizen of United States.
- What does Joe Louis do?
- Joe Louis is known as boxer, actor, professional wrestler, referee.
