Jack Dempsey



First NameJack
Middle NameHarrison
Last NameDempsey
Full Name at BirthWilliam Harrison Dempsey
Other NamesManassa Mauler
Age87 (age at death)
Date of BirthJune 24, 1895
BirthplaceManassa, Colorado
Date of DeathMay 31, 1983
Location of DeathNew York City, New York
Cause of DeathHeart condition
Height6' ¾" (185 cm)
BuildAthletic
Eye ColorBrown - Dark
Hair ColorBlack
Star SignCancer
ReligionRoman Catholic
EthnicityMultiracial
NationalityAmerican
Occupation CategoryBoxing
Claim to FameWorld Heavyweight Title from 1919 -1926
Official Websitecmgww.com

William Harrison "Jack" Dempsey ("The Manassa Mauler") (June 24, 1895 – May 31, 1983) was an American boxer who held the world heavyweight title from 1919 to 1926. Dempsey's aggressive style and exceptional punching power made him one of the most popular boxers in history. Many of his fights set financial and attendance records, including the first million dollar gate. He is listed #10 on The Ring's list of all-time heavyweights and #7 among its Top 100 Greatest Punchers. He is a member of the International Boxing Hall of Fame.


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Filmography

Selected Jack Dempsey film and TV show credits:


Acting Credits

1958
Reporter

1953
Jack Dempsey

1935
Jack Dempsey, Restauant Owner

1927
A Dozen Socks
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1924
Fight and Win
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1924
Winning His Way
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1924
Bring Him In
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1924
West of the Water Bucket
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1924
Title Holder, The
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1924
The Town Hall To-Night
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1924
Health Farm Wallop
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1924
K.O. for Cupid
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1924
So This Is Paris
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1924
A Society Knockout
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1920
Daredevil Jack
Jack Derry

Other Crew Credits

1949
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Writer Credits

1983
Dempsey
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