- On 18 September 1946 was knocked out in one round by Joe Louis in an attempt to capture the World's Heavyweight Title.
- Was undefeated in his first 24 fights.
- Compiled a professional boxing record of 82-13-1 with 60 wins by knockout.
- Defeated heavyweight title contenders Tony"Tank"Musto, Red Burman, Lou Nova, and Lee Oma.
- In 1941 lost in two bids to capture the World Light-Heavyweight Boxing Championship from Gus Lesnevich.
- Of his 60 knockout wins, 22 were with-in 2 rounds.
- On 14 March 1941 he knocked down Steve Belloise 5 times before knocking him out at 2:59 of the first round.
- Turned professional at age 15 and knocked out Gilberto Vasquez at Queensboro Arena in Long Island, New York on 25 July 1939.
- Was a professional boxer from 1939 to 1949. He became a heavyweight after losing to Gus Lesnevich for the second time in 1941.
- Won 11 consecutive knockouts going into his title bout with Joe Louis.
- Was a Professional Wrestler.
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