What is James J. Corbett's middle name?
J.
What is James J. Corbett's full name?
James J. Corbett
James J. Corbett nickname(s):
Gentleman Jim
James J. Corbett date of birth:
September 1, 1866
How old was James J. Corbett when died?
66
Where was James J. Corbett born?
San Francisco, California
When did James J. Corbett die?
February 18, 1933
Why did James J. Corbett die?
cancer of the liver
How tall is James J. Corbett?
6' 1" (185 cm)
James J. Corbett body shape:
Athletic
Is James J. Corbett gay or straight?
Straight
What is James J. Corbett's ethnicity?
White
What is James J. Corbett nationality?
Irish
What is James J. Corbett's occupation?
Boxer
James J. Corbett claim to fame:
Father of Modern Boxing
Short Biography
James John "Gentleman Jim" Corbett (September 1, 1866 – February 18, 1933) was an American professional boxer and a former World Heavyweight Champion, best known as the man who defeated the great John L. Sullivan. Despite a career spanning only 24 bouts, Corbett faced the best competition his era had to offer; squaring off with a total of nine fighters who would later be enshrined alongside him in the International Boxing Hall of Fame.