What is Gene Tunney's full name?
James Joseph Tunney
Gene Tunney nickname(s):
The Fighting Marine, Tamer of the Tiger
Gene Tunney date of birth:
May 25, 1897
How old was Gene Tunney when died?
81
Where was Gene Tunney born?
New York City, New York, United States
When did Gene Tunney die?
November 7, 1978
Where did Gene Tunney die?
Greenwich, Connecticut, United States
Why did Gene Tunney die?
Blood Poisoning
How tall is Gene Tunney?
6' 1" (185 cm)
Gene Tunney body shape:
Athletic
What color are Gene Tunney's eyes?
Blue
What color is Gene Tunney's hair?
Brown - Light
Is Gene Tunney gay or straight?
Straight
What religion is Gene Tunney?
Roman Catholic
What is Gene Tunney's ethnicity?
White
What is Gene Tunney nationality?
American
What is Gene Tunney's occupation?
Boxer
Gene Tunney claim to fame:
World heavyweight boxing champion, 1926-28
Short Biography
James Joseph "Gene" Tunney (May 25, 1897 – November 7, 1978) was an American professional boxer and the world heavyweight champion from 1926–28, he was also a two-time American light heavyweight champion. A highly technical boxer, Tunney had a five fight rivalry with Harry Greb in which he went 3-1-1, knocked out Georges Carpentier and defeated Jack Dempsey twice; first in 1926 and again in 1927. Tunney's successful title defense against Dempsey remains one of the most famous bouts in boxing history and is known as The Long Count Fight. He retired as an undefeated heavyweight after his victory over Tom Heeney in 1928, after which Tunney was named Fighter of the Year by The Ring magazine.