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Ken Norton

American boxer (1943-2013) · United States · On the map · Athletes · Died at 70

Kenneth Howard Norton Sr. was an American boxer who competed professionally from 1967 to 1981. He was awarded the WBC world heavyweight championship in 1978, after winning a close split decision over Jimmy Young in a title eliminator bout.

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Truman Bulldogs football

Awards

International Boxing Hall of Fame1992
Sugar Ray Robinson Award1977
WBC World Heavyweight Champion

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Country
United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1943 to 2013 · aged 70

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