William David Conn (October 8, 1917–May 29, 1993), better known as Billy Conn, was an American professional boxer and Light Heavyweight Champion famed for his fights with Joe Louis. He had a professional boxing record of 63 wins, 11 losses and 1 draw, with 14 wins by knockout. His nickname, throughout most of his career, was "The Pittsburgh Kid."
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Joe Louis - Professional Career - Billy Conn Fight
... Billy Conn" redirects here ... lightly regarded competition ended with his bout against Billy Conn, the Light Heavyweight Champion and a highly regarded contender ... Conn would not gain weight for the challenge against Louis, saying instead that he would rely on a "hit and run" strategy ...
... Billy Conn" redirects here ... lightly regarded competition ended with his bout against Billy Conn, the Light Heavyweight Champion and a highly regarded contender ... Conn would not gain weight for the challenge against Louis, saying instead that he would rely on a "hit and run" strategy ...
Billy Conn - In Popular Culture
... Billy Conn was mentioned in the 2006 Hollywood movie, The Black Dahlia ... Street in the Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh is named Billy Conn Boulevard ... Billy Conn is also mentioned in the classic movie On the Waterfront ...
... Billy Conn was mentioned in the 2006 Hollywood movie, The Black Dahlia ... Street in the Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh is named Billy Conn Boulevard ... Billy Conn is also mentioned in the classic movie On the Waterfront ...
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