Emile Griffith

Known for

Acting

Born

February 3, 1938

Died

July 23, 2013

Birthplace

St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

Emile Alphonse Griffith was a professional boxer from the U.S. Virgin Islands who won world titles in three weight divisions. He held the world light middleweight, undisputed welterweight, and middleweight titles. His best-known contest was a 1962 title match with Benny Paret.