Abe Simon
Abe Simon | |
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Statistics | |
Nickname(s) | The Ape |
Weight(s) | Heavyweight |
Height | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
Reach | 82 in (208 cm) |
Nationality | American |
Born |
Richmond Hill, New York | May 30, 1913
Died |
October 24, 1969 56) Bayside, New York | (aged
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.
Filmography
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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1940 | The Notorious Elinor Lee | Hererra | |
1954 | On the Waterfront | Barney | |
1956 | Singing in the Dark | The Killer | |
1958 | Never Love a Stranger | 'Fats' Crown | |
1962 | Requiem for a Heavyweight | (final film role) |
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