Jim Johnson date of birth:
September 2, 1887
How old was Jim Johnson when died?
31
Where was Jim Johnson born?
East Orange, New Jersey
When did Jim Johnson die?
November 1, 1918
How tall is Jim Johnson?
5' 11" (180 cm)
Jim Johnson body shape:
Athletic
What color are Jim Johnson's eyes?
Black
What color is Jim Johnson's hair?
Black
Is Jim Johnson gay or straight?
Straight
What religion is Jim Johnson?
Christian
What is Jim Johnson's ethnicity?
Black
What is Jim Johnson nationality?
American
What is Jim Johnson's occupation?
Boxer
Short Biography
"Battling" Jim Johnson (September 2, 1887 – November 6, 1918) was an American boxer who fought as a heavyweight from 1908 to 1918. He had little success and lost with great frequency to top boxers such as Sam Langford, Joe Jeanette, Sam McVey, Harry Wills and Kid Norfolk. In spite of this (or because of it), Jack Johnson, the first black world heavyweight champion, gave him a title shot. When they fought in Paris in August 1913, it was the first time that two black boxers had fought for the world heavyweight title. Battling Jim was the only black fighter Johnson faced during his reign as heavyweight champ from 1908 to 1915.