James J. Braddock
Professional Boxer, Boxer
1905 – 1974
Who was James J. Braddock?
James Walter "Cinderella Man" Braddock was an American boxer who was the world heavyweight champion from 1935–37.
Fighting under the name James J. Braddock, he was known for his powerful right hand, solid chin and comeback from a floundering career. He had lost several bouts due to chronic hand injuries and was forced to work on the docks and collect social assistance to feed his family during the Great Depression. In 1935 he fought Max Baer for the Heavyweight title and won. For this unlikely feat he was given the nickname "Cinderella Man" by Damon Runyon. Braddock was managed by Joe Gould.
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- Born
- Jun 7, 1905
New York City - Also known as
- James Braddock
- James Walter "The Cinderella Man" Braddock
- James Joseph Braddock
- James Walter Braddock
- The Cinderella Man
- The Bulldog of Bergen
- Jimmy Braddock
- Spouses
- Mae Braddock
(1930/01/25 - 1974/11/29)
- Mae Braddock
- Children
- Religion
- Catholicism
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Republic of Ireland
- Profession
- Lived in
- Manhattan
- Died
- Nov 29, 1974
North Bergen
Submitted
on July 23, 2013
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