Legendary Canadian boxer George Chuvalo dies aged 89
Summary
George Chuvalo, a famous Canadian heavyweight boxer known for never being knocked down, has died at age 89. He fought top champions like Muhammad Ali, George Foreman, and Joe Frazier, and later worked as a public speaker and boxing commentator.Key Facts
- George Chuvalo was a five-time Canadian heavyweight boxing champion.
- He fought in 93 professional matches, winning 73, losing 18, and drawing 2.
- Chuvalo was never knocked down in any of his fights.
- He fought Muhammad Ali twice and was called the toughest opponent Ali ever faced.
- Born in 1937 to Croatian immigrant parents, he grew up in Toronto.
- After retiring in 1978, Chuvalo spoke publicly against drug use and promoted mental health awareness.
- He lost three sons and his first wife to drug overdoses and suicide.
- Chuvalo appeared in some films and worked as a boxing commentator and TV co-host.
- He died on his 89th birthday and is survived by his eldest son, daughter, grandchildren, and second wife.
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