Athletes who died on December 30

Take a focused look at the athletes who passed away on December 30. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1970 Sonny Liston

  Sonny Liston was an American professional boxer who became the world heavyweight champion from 1962 to 1964. Renowned for his formidable punching power and intimidating presence, Liston is considered one of the most fearsome heavyweights in boxing history. [bio]