About
Nicknamed "The Duke", he was the WBO World Heavyweight Champion from June 1993 to October 1993, and is also known for appearing in Rocky V.
Before Fame
He entered strongman contests at age 13 using a fake I.D.
Trivia
He retired from boxing due to a positive HIV test in 1996 before attempting a comeback in 2006.
Family Life
His older brother and two uncles were all boxers.
Associated With
He defeated George Foreman via unanimous decision to take the vacant WBO Heavyweight title.
