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Primo Carnera

Italian boxer (1906-1967) · Italy · Athletes · Died at 60

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Primo Carnera was the first Italian Heavyweight Champion boxer, holding the title from 1933 to 1934. Nicknamed the Ambling Alp, he was best known for his immense size and status as one of the most physically imposing heavyweights in boxing history.

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Carnera with family receiving dual citizenship in August 1953Carnera with family receiving dual citizenship in August 1953Carnera in 1955Carnera in 1955Primo Carnera on the cover of TIME. October 5, 1931.Primo Carnera on the cover of TIME. October 5, 1931.Carnera training c. 1934Carnera training c. 1934Carnera and Audrey Dalton in Casanova's Big Night (1954)Carnera and Audrey Dalton in Casanova's Big Night (1954)Carnera holding a reporter for a close-up shot in 1933Carnera holding a reporter for a close-up shot in 1933

Awards

Gold Medal for Athletic Prowess
Commander of the Order of the Crown of Italy
WBA World Heavyweight Champion
The Ring World Heavyweight Champion

About this person

Primo Carnera was the first Italian Heavyweight Champion boxer, holding the title from 1933 to 1934. Nicknamed the Ambling Alp, he was best known for his immense size and status as one of the most physically imposing heavyweights in boxing history. At 6 feet 5 inches (1.96 m) tall and weighing more than 275 pounds (125 kg), Carnera became the World Heavyweight Champion after defeating Jack Sharkey by knockout.

Country
Italy
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1906 to 1967 · aged 60

In common with Primo

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