Emile Griffith
Born
February 3, 1938
Died
July 23, 2013 (75 years old)
Known For
Acting
Place of Birth
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
Emile Alphonse Griffith was a professional boxer from the U.S. Virgin Islands who won world titles in three weight divisions. He held the world light middleweight, undisputed welterweight, and middleweight titles. His best-known contest was a 1962 title match with Benny Paret.
