Defeated Joe Louis on September 27, 1950 to become the undisputed
heavyweight World Boxing Champion. Before the fight, Louis had a career
record of 60-1.
For most of his heavyweight career, he fought weighing less than 200
pounds.
He was undefeated as an amateur, finishing with a 42-0 record. As a
professional, Charles had a 96-25-1 record with 58 KOs.
Lived his last years confined to a wheel-chair.
Had an unsuccessful and brief professional wrestling career.
Made an ill-advised comeback in 1958 and won two of six fights.
Fought two brutal and famous title bouts with the undefeated
Rocky Marciano.
Undefeated in his first 20 pro fights.
Served in the U.S. Army in World War II and boxed exhibitions with
champion Joe Louis.