Joe Frazier, American boxer (born 1944)

Joe Frazier

American boxer (1944–2011)

Joseph William Frazier was an American professional boxer who competed from 1965 to 1981. Nicknamed "Smokin' Joe", he was known for his strength, durability, formidable left hand, and relentless pressure fighting style. In 1971, Frazier became the first boxer to defeat Muhammad…