Carl Williams

Boxer

Birthday November 10, 1959

Birth Sign Scorpio

Birthplace Florida

DEATH DATE Apr 7, 2013 (53)

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About

Former USBA United States heavyweight champion known best for his fights against Mike Tyson and Larry Holmes.

Before Fame

He was a two-time New York Golden Gloves champion before turning pro.

Trivia

He died of esophageal cancer at the age of 53.

Family Life

He had two daughters, Carla and Nijah, and a son Daniel.

Associated With

In his 1989 bout against Mike Tyson, Williams was floored by a devastating left hook; he beat the count but was deemed unable to continue by the referee.