Emile Griffith

Emile Griffith

Deceased · Born: Feb 3, 1938 · Died: Jul 23, 2013

Personal Details

Height5' 7"
BornFeb 3, 1938 St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

Biography

Emile Alphonse Griffith was a professional boxer from the U.S. Virgin Islands who won world titles in three weight divisions. He held the world light middleweight, undisputed welterweight, and middleweight titles. His best-known contest was a 1962 title match with Benny Paret.

Career

2008
Out in Manhattan