Joe Frazier
⭐ boxer
Deceased · 2011
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Age at death
lived
Joe Frazier had a 49-year career as a American Athlete before passing in 2011.
American boxer (1944–2011)
"Frazier's defining career moment was his victory over Muhammad Ali in the 'Fight of the Century' on March 8, 1971." — About Joe Frazier
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Born
Career span49 years total
January 12th, 1944
Birthplace
Beaufort
Known for
⭐ Athlete
Nationality
United States
Height
182 cm (5'12") (average)
Died
Died 2011
Generation
Greatest Generation
Career
49 years
Region
North America
How Joe Frazier compares to other Athletes
🎂Joe Frazier is 19 years older than the average Athlete
📏7cm taller than the average Athlete
| Metric | Joe Frazier | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 67 | 48 | +19 yrs |
| Height | 182cm (5'12") | 175cm | +7cm |
| Career length | 49 yrs | ~35 yrs | +14 yrs |
| Based on 100 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Joe Frazier
Did you know?
Did you know that Joe Frazier, known for his formidable boxing, also had a passion for music and released several R&B singles with his band?
5 Lesser-known facts
- Frazier was a singer and fronted a band called 'Smokin' Joe Frazier and the Knockouts,' releasing several singles.
- He famously trained by punching sides of beef in a freezer, a scene later immortalized in the film 'Rocky'.
- Frazier won an Olympic gold medal in 1964 after a thumb injury forced his teammate Buster Mathis to withdraw.
- His signature left hook was so devastating it was often referred to as the 'Smokin' Joe left hook'.
- He owned and operated a gym in North Philadelphia for many years, training young fighters after his own career.
Career highlight
Frazier's defining career moment was his victory over Muhammad Ali in the 'Fight of the Century' on March 8, 1971. He handed Ali his first professional loss, winning by unanimous decision after 15 brutal rounds at Madison Square Garden.
Legacy
Joe Frazier is remembered as a symbol of relentless determination and working-class grit, forever enshrined in boxing history for his epic rivalry with Muhammad Ali.