Abe Simon
| Abe Simon | |
|---|---|
| Statistics | |
| Nickname(s) | The Ape |
| Rated at | Heavyweight |
| Height | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
| Reach | 82 in (208 cm) |
| Nationality | American |
| Born |
May 30, 1913 Richmond Hill, New York |
| Died |
October 24, 1969 (aged 56) Bayside, New York |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 47 |
| Wins | 36 |
| Wins by KO | 25 |
| Losses | 10 |
| Draws | 1 |
| No contests | 0 |
Abraham Simon (May 30, 1913 – October 24, 1969) was an American professional heavyweight boxer. He fought Joe Louis for the World Heavyweight title twice.[1][2] After retiring he became an actor and appeared in films such as On the Waterfront, Never Love a Stranger and Requiem for a Heavyweight, and a number of live dramas during the early days of television.
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