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Rocky Marciano(1923-1969)

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Rocky Marciano in The Super Fight (1970)
Rocco Francis Marchegiano , better known as Rocky Marciano, was an American professional boxer who competed from 1947 to 1955, and held the world heavyweight title from 1952 to 1956. He is the only heavyweight champion to have finished his career undefeated. His six title defenses were against Jersey Joe Walcott (from whom he had taken the title), Roland La Starza, Ezzard Charles (twice), Don Cockell and Archie Moore.
BornSeptember 1, 1923
DiedAugust 31, 1969(45)
BornSeptember 1, 1923
DiedAugust 31, 1969(45)
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Known for

Jayne Meadows, Steve Allen, Mamie Van Doren, and Walter Winchell in College Confidential (1960)
College Confidential
4.8
  • Deputy Sheriff
  • 1960
Captain David Grief (1957)
Captain David Grief
6.3
TV Series
  • Mike Riley
The Knockout Parade (1953)
The Knockout Parade
  • Self - Prize Fighter
  • 1953
Muhammad Ali and Rocky Marciano in The Super Fight (1970)
The Super Fight
8.4
  • Self
  • 1970

Credits

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Actor



  • Combat! (1962)
    Combat!
    8.4
    TV Series
    • Soldier Who Greets Red Cross Truck (uncredited)
    • 1963
  • The Keefe Brasselle Show
    7.0
    TV Series
    • 1963
  • Jayne Meadows, Steve Allen, Mamie Van Doren, and Walter Winchell in College Confidential (1960)
    College Confidential
    4.8
    • Deputy Sheriff
    • 1960
  • Captain David Grief (1957)
    Captain David Grief
    6.3
    TV Series
    • Mike Riley
    • 1957
  • Jerry Lewis in Le délinquant involontaire (1957)
    Le délinquant involontaire
    6.3
    • Rocky Marciano (uncredited)
    • 1957

Personal details

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  • Height
    • 1.80 m
  • Born
    • September 1, 1923
    • Brockton, Massachusetts, USA
  • Died
    • August 31, 1969
    • Newton, Iowa, USA(plane crash)
  • Spouse
    • Barbara CousinsDecember 31, 1950 - August 31, 1969 (his death, 2 children)
  • Relatives
    • Peter Marciano(Niece or Nephew)
  • Other works
    Print ad: Mennen Afta shave.
  • Publicity listings
    • 4 Biographical Movies
    • 3 Print Biographies
    • 4 Portrayals
    • 1 Magazine Cover Photo

Did you know

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  • Trivia
    His right hand knockout punch against Rex Layne sent Layne's mouthpiece 10 feet across the ring and sheared off 4 of Layne's front teeth at the gum line.
  • Nicknames
    • The Brockton Bomber
    • The Brockton Blockbuster
    • Rocky Mack

FAQ

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  • When did Rocky Marciano die?
    August 31, 1969
  • How did Rocky Marciano die?
    Plane crash
  • How old was Rocky Marciano when he died?
    45 years old
  • Where did Rocky Marciano die?
    Newton, Iowa, USA
  • When was Rocky Marciano born?
    September 1, 1923

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