Who is Larry Holmes?
Q: Who is Larry Holmes?
A: Larry Holmes is an American boxer who held the world heavyweight championship from 1978 to 1985.
Q: When was Holmes born?
A: Holmes was born on November 3, 1949.
Q: What was Holmes' nickname?
A: Holmes was nicknamed the "Easton Assassin."
Q: Who did Holmes beat to win the World Boxing Council championship in 1979?
A: Holmes won the vacant World Boxing Council championship from Ken Norton in 1979.
Q: How many times did Holmes defend his World Boxing Council championship?
A: Holmes defended his World Boxing Council championship, and later the International Boxing Federation title, twenty times.
Q: Who are some notable fighters Holmes beat in defense of his championship?
A: Some notable fighters Holmes beat in defense of his championship were Muhammad Ali, Leon Spinks, Gerry Cooney, and Tim Witherspoon.
Q: Who did Holmes lose his championship to in 1985?
A: Holmes lost his championship to Michael Spinks in 1985.
