Birthdate: May 25, 1897
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: New York City, United States
Died: November 7, 1978
Gene Tunney, the American professional boxer, was renowned for his technical prowess and accomplishments in the ring. He held the world heavyweight title from 1926 to 1928 and the American light heavyweight title twice. Tunney achieved significant wins over notable opponents like Harry Greb, Georges Carpentier, and Jack Dempsey, with their rematch famously known as The Long Count Fight. Retiring undefeated as a heavyweight in 1928 after defeating Tom Heeney, Tunney was honored as Fighter of the Year by The Ring magazine.
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