About
The first boxer from Africa to fight for, and win, a world heavyweight title. He was WBA Heavyweight champion from 1983 to 1984.
Before Fame
He started his professional career with a staggering 22 consecutive victories.
Trivia
His nickname was The Bionic Hand because of the trouble he always had with his right hand, which underwent several surgeries.
Family Life
He had children named Gerald and Lana.
Associated With
He beat Leon Spinks via TKO on June 24, 1979, a fight which the referee stopped just two minutes in.
