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- Died
- Birth nameJay Louis Nova
- Height1.92 m
- Lou Nova was a World Amateur Boxing Champion. Undefeated in his first 22 pro boxing matches. Knocked out former heavyweight champion Max Baer twice. Ended Baer's career in second fight by fracturing his Adam's Apple. Noted for his "Cosmic" Punch. Was badly injured in his fight with "Two Ton" Tony Galento. After this fight spent time in the hospital and almost lost his eye. Fought Joe Louis for the heavyweight title; his famed "Cosmic" Punch could not dent the champion's chin. Won 40 professional fights.- IMDb mini biography by: angelsunchained
- SpouseTeresa Valenzuela(1982 - ?)
- Known for his "Cosmic" Punch
- First top rated boxer to practice yoga. Did head-stands in the dressing room before his title bout with Joe Louis
- Inducted into World Boxing Hall of Fame, 1991.
- Inducted into the Sacramento (California) City College Athletic Hall of Fame, 1999.
- US and world amateur heavyweight boxing champion, 1935.
- Professional boxer before his acting career.
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