Larry Holmes

Larry Holmes

Larry Holmes is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1973 to 2002. He grew up in Easton, Pennsylvania, which led to his boxing nickname of the Easton Assassin. Holmes, whose left jab is rated among the best in boxing history, held the WBC heavyweight title from 1978 to 1983, The Ring magazine and lineal heavyweight titles from 1980 to 1985, and the inaugural IBF heavyweight title from 1983 to 1985. During his only title reign, he defended his title against 19 fighters, the second most in history behind Joe Louis. He also holds the record for the longest individual heavyweight title streak in the modern boxing history. Holmes is one of only five boxers—along with Joe Frazier, Ken Norton, Leon Spinks and Trevor Berbick—to defeat Muhammad Ali; he is the only one to have stopped Ali. Holmes won his first 48 professional bouts, including victories over Norton, Ali, Earnie Shavers, Mike Weaver, Gerry Cooney, Tim Witherspoon, Carl Williams and Marvis Frazier. He fell one short of matching Rocky Marciano's career record of 49–0 when he lost to Michael Spinks in an upset in 1985. Holmes retired after losing a rematch to Spinks the following year, but made repeated comebacks. He was unsuccessful in three further attempts (against Mike Tyson in 1988, Evander Holyfield in 1992 and Oliver McCall in 1995) to regain the heavyweight title. Holmes fought for the final time in 2002, aged 52, against the 334lb Eric "Butterbean" Esch, and ended his career with a record of 69 wins and 6 losses. He is frequently ranked as one of the greatest heavyweights of all time and has been inducted into both the International Boxing Hall of Fame and World Boxing Hall of Fame. When Holmes was nineteen, he started boxing. In his twenty-first bout, he boxed Nick Wells in the semifinals of the 1972 National Olympic Trials in Fort Worth, Texas. Wells, a southpaw known for unprecedently high knockout-to-win percentage for an amateur boxer, with a majority of knockouts coming in the first round, stopped Holmes in the first round. Nevertheless, Holmes was chosen by a selection committee of the National Olympic authorities to fight at the Olympic Box-offs in West Point, New York, where he had a match-up versus a fighting seaman Duane Bobick. Holmes was dropped in the first round with a right to the head. He got up and danced out of range, landing several stiff jabs in the process. Bobick mauled Holmes in the second round but could not corner him. The referee warned Holmes twice in the second for holding. In the third, Bobick landed several good rights and started to corner Holmes, who continued to hold. Eventually, Holmes was disqualified for excessive holding. Holmes invested the money he earned from boxing and settled in his hometown of Easton. When he retired from boxing, Holmes employed more than 200 people through his various business holdings. In 2008, he owned two restaurants and a nightclub, a training facility, an office complex, a snack food bar and slot machines.[citation needed] Holmes currently co-hosts a talk show What The Heck Were They Thinking?

  • Title: Larry Holmes
  • Popularity: 1.119
  • Known For: Acting
  • Birthday: 1949-11-03
  • Place of Birth: Cuthbert, Georgia, USA
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  • Also Known As: The Easton Assassin , The Easton Assasin
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Larry Holmes Movies

  • 2015
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    Chasing Tyson

    Chasing Tyson

    6.9 2015 HD

    Evander Holyfield knew he could never earn the respect he craved until he defeated Mike Tyson. When the two finally fought, the world witnessed not...

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  • 2021
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    Earnie Shavers

    Earnie Shavers

    1 2021 HD

    Considered one of the hardest-hitting heavyweight boxers of all time, Earnie Shavers took on all the best of his era including Muhammad Ali, Larry...

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  • 1980
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    Muhammad and Larry

    Muhammad and Larry

    1 1980 HD

    Through the poetic lens of visionary filmmakers Albert and David Maysles, Muhammad and Larry explores the unique and poignant relationship between...

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  • 2009
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    Muhammad and Larry

    Muhammad and Larry

    6.6 2009 HD

    In October of 1980 Muhammad Ali was preparing to fight for an unprecedented fourth heavyweight title against his friend and former sparring partner...

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  • 1980
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    Larry Holmes vs. Muhammad Ali

    Larry Holmes vs. Muhammad Ali

    1 1980 HD

    Larry Holmes vs. Muhammad Ali, billed as "The Last Hurrah!", was a professional boxing bout contested on October 2, 1980 in Las Vegas for the WBC and...

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  • 2000
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    Champions Forever - World Heavyweight Champs!

    Champions Forever - World Heavyweight Champs!

    1 2000 HD

    Previously unseen footage, seeing and hearing the champions interviewed and talking to each other at a private dinner party hosted by...

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  • 2006
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    Out From Ali's Shadow: The Larry Holmes Story

    Out From Ali's Shadow: The Larry Holmes Story

    1 2006 HD

    Larry Holmes is undeniably one of the greatest boxers in heavyweight history, but, despite his accomplishments, he never managed to escape the...

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  • 1995
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    Oliver McCall vs. Larry Holmes

    Oliver McCall vs. Larry Holmes

    1 1995 HD

    Oliver McCall vs. Larry Holmes, billed as "Burden of Proof", was a professional boxing match contested on April 8, 1995 for the WBC Heavyweight...

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  • 1986
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    Mike Tyson vs Trevor Berbick

    Mike Tyson vs Trevor Berbick

    1 1986 HD

    TYSON WINS W.B.C. CHAMPIONSHIP LAS VEGAS, Nev., Nov. 22— Mike Tyson made history tonight. The 20-year-old slugger from Catskill, N.Y., became...

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  • 1970
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    Larry Holmes vs Gerry Cooney

    Larry Holmes vs Gerry Cooney

    1 1970 HD

    Larry Holmes vs. Gerry Cooney was a heavyweight boxing match that took place on June 11, 1982, in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. It was one of the...

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  • 2017
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    Tommy

    Tommy

    8.6 2017 HD

    Co-directed by Gentry Kirby and Erin Leyden, “Tommy” examines Morrison’s remarkable rise to the spotlight, followed by a stunning,...

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  • 1983
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    Larry Holmes vs. Lucien Rodriguez

    Larry Holmes vs. Lucien Rodriguez

    1 1983 HD

    Undefeated Heavyweight Champion Larry Holmes comes home to Pennsylvania to make the fourteenth defense of his title against Lucien Rodriguez.

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  • 1985
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    Larry Holmes vs. Carl Williams

    Larry Holmes vs. Carl Williams

    1 1985 HD

    Undefeated Heavyweight Champion Larry Holmes turns back undefeated challenger Carl Williams in a razor thin contest filled with close rounds.

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  • 1985
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    Larry Holmes vs. David Bey

    Larry Holmes vs. David Bey

    1 1985 HD

    In March 1985, Larry Holmes defended his IBF Heavyweight title against rising contender David Bey in Las Vegas.

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  • 2014
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    River of Fundament

    River of Fundament

    6.6 2014 HD

    Visionary artist Matthew Barney returns to cinema with this 3-part epic, a radical reinvention of Norman Mailer’s novel Ancient Evenings. In...

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  • 1982
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    Larry Holmes vs. Gerry Cooney

    Larry Holmes vs. Gerry Cooney

    1 1982 HD

    Larry Holmes defends his WBC heavyweight crown for the 12th time from challenger Gerry Cooney on June 11th, 1982 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas....

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  • 1982
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    Larry Holmes vs. Randall 'Tex' Cobb

    Larry Holmes vs. Randall 'Tex' Cobb

    1 1982 HD

    Larry Holmes defends his WBC heavyweight crown for the 13th time from challenger Randall 'Tex' Cobb on November 26th, 1982 at Houston's Astrodome....

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  • 1981
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    Larry Holmes vs. Trevor Berbick

    Larry Holmes vs. Trevor Berbick

    1 1981 HD

    Larry Holmes defends his WBC heavyweight crown for the 9th time from challenger Trevor Berbick on April 11th, 1981 at Caesars Palace Sports Pavilion...

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  • 1981
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    Larry Holmes vs. Leon Spinks

    Larry Holmes vs. Leon Spinks

    1 1981 HD

    Larry Holmes defends his WBC heavyweight crown for the 10th time from challenger Leon Spinks on June 12th, 1981 at Joe Louis Arena, Detroit,...

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  • 1981
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    Larry Holmes vs. Renaldo Snipes

    Larry Holmes vs. Renaldo Snipes

    1 1981 HD

    Larry Holmes defends his WBC heavyweight crown for the 11th time from challenger Renaldo Snipes on November 6th, 1981 at Civic Arena, Pittsburgh,...

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  • 1994
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    Larry Holmes vs. Garing Lane

    Larry Holmes vs. Garing Lane

    1 1994 HD

    Took place on Tuesday 8, March 1994 at Foxwoods Resort, Mashantucket.

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  • 2011
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    Dirty Movie

    Dirty Movie

    3.3 2011 HD

    An outrageous cut-rate producer is about to fulfill his lifelong dream to make a movie about the most offensive, dirtiest jokes ever told. As Charlie...

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  • 1999
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    The Moment After

    The Moment After

    5.2 1999 HD

    In the twinkling of an eye, a mass disappearance has occurred. Moments after the turmoil and confusion, the FBI is called in to investigate and...

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  • 1985
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    Half Nelson

    Half Nelson

    1 1985 HD

    Rocky Nelson is a New York cop, who after making a major bust and selling the rights of his story to Hollywood decides to try his luck out as an...

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  • 2024
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    In the Company of Kings

    In the Company of Kings

    1 2024 HD

    In the Company of Kings follows a fight fan's unforgettable journey into the dark heart of American boxing to talk to eight former World Champs and...

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  • 2008
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    Thrilla in Manila

    Thrilla in Manila

    7.8 2008 HD

    On October 1, 1975, World Heavyweight Boxing Champion Muhammad Ali was in the ring with his arch rival Joe Frazier for the third time. This fight in...

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  • 1986
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    Larry Holmes vs. Michael Spinks II

    Larry Holmes vs. Michael Spinks II

    6 1986 HD

    IBF Champion Michael Spinks meets former champion Larry Holmes.

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  • 1985
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    Larry Holmes vs. Michael Spinks

    Larry Holmes vs. Michael Spinks

    1 1985 HD

    As heavyweight championship bouts go, the Sept. 21, 1985, first pairing of long-reigning Larry Holmes and moving-up-from-light heavyweight Michael...

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  • 2009
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    Facing Ali

    Facing Ali

    7.372 2009 HD

    Ten of Muhammad Ali's former rivals pay tribute to the three-time world heavyweight champion.

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  • 1993
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    Fallen Champ: The Untold Story of Mike Tyson

    Fallen Champ: The Untold Story of Mike Tyson

    8 1993 HD

    Fallen Champ: The Untold Story of Mike Tyson is a 1993 film made by acclaimed American documentary filmmaker Barbara Kopple. Though Tyson was in...

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  • 1988
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    Mike Tyson vs Larry Holmes

    Mike Tyson vs Larry Holmes

    9 1988 HD

    On January 22, 1988, Holmes was lured out of retirement to challenge reigning Undisputed World Heavyweight Champion Mike Tyson. Tyson dropped Holmes...

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  • 1989
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    Champions Forever

    Champions Forever

    8 1989 HD

    No other film has the sweeping review of Ali's greatest fights, the legendary fight footage, and the real time relevant comments and conversations...

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  • 1993
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    Naked Sport: Welcome to the Sewer

    Naked Sport: Welcome to the Sewer

    1 1993 HD

    Produced by PBS in 1992, this documentary explores the darker side of boxing. It follows the career of a young Shannon Briggs and includes interviews...

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  • 1987
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    Glory Years

    Glory Years

    5 1987 HD

    A group of former high-school buddies have a reunion in Las Vegas. Thinking to increase their alumni fund, they proceed to use it to gamble at the...

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  • 2011
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    National Lampoon's Snatched

    National Lampoon's Snatched

    4.6 2011 HD

    A nice guy goes into the hospital for surgery and through a series of mishaps suffers every man's worst nightmare.

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  • 1989
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    The Simpsons

    The Simpsons

    8.018 1989 HD

    Set in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family; Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa...

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  • 2005
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    But Can They Sing?

    But Can They Sing?

    1 2005 HD

    But Can They Sing? is a reality television series that premiered on October 30, 2005 on VH1 as part of its celebreality programming. Hosted by Ahmet...

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  • 1975
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    Saturday Night Live

    Saturday Night Live

    6.9 1975 HD

    A late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary culture...

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  • 2009
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    30 for 30

    30 for 30

    7.5 2009 HD

    30 for 30 is the umbrella title for a series of documentary films airing on ESPN and its sister networks and online properties. The series, which...

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  • 1961
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    The Mike Douglas Show

    The Mike Douglas Show

    5.1 1961 HD

    The Mike Douglas Show is an American daytime television talk show hosted by Mike Douglas that originally aired only in the Cleveland area during much...

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  • 1968
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    The Dick Cavett Show

    The Dick Cavett Show

    6.658 1968 HD

    The Dick Cavett Show has been the title of several talk shows hosted by Dick Cavett on various television networks.

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  • 2004
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    The Next Great Champ

    The Next Great Champ

    1 2004 HD

    The Next Great Champ is an American reality television series on Fox that aired in early 2005. It followed a group of boxers as they compete with one...

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