Emile Griffith

Emile Griffith

February 3, 1938 (86 years old) in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

Emile Alphonse Griffith was a professional boxer from the U.S. Virgin Islands who won world titles in three weight divisions. He held the world light middleweight, undisputed welterweight, and middleweight titles. His best-known contest was a 1962 title match with Benny Paret.

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