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Ken Norton - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 09, 1945 |
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| Age | 80 |
| Birthplace | Jacksonville, Illinois, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Ken Norton's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Former world heavyweight boxing champion, best known for his trilogy of fights with Muhammad Ali. |
Intro
Ken Norton was an American professional boxer notable for his powerful style and for defeating Muhammad Ali in 1973. He became the WBC world heavyweight champion in 1978 and was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame.
Early Life & Background
Ken Norton was born in Jacksonville, Illinois. He excelled in athletics in high school, especially in football and track, before turning to boxing during his time in the United States Marine Corps.
Career Highlights
- Defeated Muhammad Ali in 1973, famously breaking Ali's jaw
- Fought Ali two additional times, with close decisions
- Captured the WBC heavyweight title in 1978
- Inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1992
Trivia
- Norton went by the nickname 'The Black Hercules' due to his physique.
- His son, Ken Norton Jr., is a former NFL linebacker and coach.
- Played Apollo Creed’s bodyguard in the movie 'Rocky III'.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Ken Norton?
Ken Norton is 80 years old.
When was Ken Norton born?
Ken Norton was born the 9 August 1945.
Where is Ken Norton from?
Jacksonville, Illinois, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About August 9th, 1945, in brief:
- Historical events: On August 9, 1945, the United States dropped an atomic bomb on Nagasaki, Japan, resulting in massive destruction and loss of life. This event played a crucial role in Japan's subsequent surrender and the end of World War II.
- Day of the week: August 9th, 1945 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Good, Good, Good (That's You-That's You) by Sammy Kaye & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: The Lost Weekend directed by Billy Wilder
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