1944 - 2011
Joe Frazier was an American professional boxer born on January 12, 1944, in Beaufort, South Carolina. He was a former heavyweight champion known for his relentless fighting style and iconic rivalry with Muhammad Ali, including their famous "Fight of the Century" in 1971. Frazier's career record includes 32 wins, 4 losses, and 1 no contest, and he is celebrated as one of the greatest heavyweight boxers in history.