Ray Mancini - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

Born	March 04, 1961
Age	65
Birthplace	Youngstown, Ohio, United States
Zodiac Sign	Pisces - (see also Ray Mancini's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese Zodiac	Ox
Generation	Baby Boomer Generation
Known For	Winning the WBA lightweight title and being one of the most popular boxers in the early 1980s.

Intro

Ray Mancini, also known as 'Boom Boom', is a former American professional boxer and world lightweight champion, recognized for his aggressive fighting style and compelling career during the 1980s.

Early Life & Background

Mancini was born into a boxing family in Youngstown, Ohio. His father, Lenny 'Boom Boom' Mancini, was a prominent contender in the 1940s but had his career cut short due to injury in World War II. Inspired by his father, Ray followed in his footsteps and began boxing at a young age.

Career Highlights

• Won the WBA lightweight championship in 1982 by defeating Arturo Frias.
• Successfully defended the WBA lightweight title four times between 1982-1984.
• Famed for his bouts with Duk Koo Kim, Bobby Chacon, and Livingstone Bramble.
• Inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2015.

Trivia

• His bout with Duk Koo Kim in 1982 resulted in significant changes to boxing regulations regarding round limits for title fights.
• After retiring from boxing, Mancini pursued a career as a sports commentator and an actor.
• He is often referenced as one of Youngstown's greatest sports figures.

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Sources

1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ray_Mancini
2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Ray-Mancini
3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0541598/