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Jacob Henry "Buddy" Baer (June 11, 1915 – July 18, 1986) was an American boxer and later an actor with parts in seventeen films, as well as roles on multiple television series in the 1950s and 1960s.
May 23 – In an extremely controversial bout, Joe Louis retains his world Heavyweight title with a seventh round disqualification win over Max Baer's brother, Buddy Baer. After the bell to end round six, Louis landed a blow that dropped Baer. Said time-keeper Billy Dechard: Joe hit Baer at least three seconds after the bell sounded. Looking ...
Baer was also a boxing referee, and had occasional roles in film and television. He was the brother of heavyweight boxing contender Buddy Baer and father of actor Max Baer Jr. Baer is rated #22 on The Ring magazine's list of 100 greatest punchers of all time.
In late 1934, the International Boxing Union (IBU) ordered Baer to defend his title against European champion Pierre Charles of Belgium. When Baer refused, the IBU sanctioned a bout between Charles and American George Godfrey for their title on October 2, 1935. Godfrey won via fifteen-round decision but never pursued a championship claim.
Billy Backus; Tony Badea; Buddy Baer; Max Baer; Joe Baksi; Bob Baker; Carlos Baldomir; Carlos Balderas; Tony Baltazar; Gary Balletto; Marco Antonio Barrera; Miguel ...
Boxing debut Loss Lou Nova Oct 21, 1936 New York, New York 6 Rnds Points Rare early loss Loss Buddy Baer: Aug 30, 1937 Yankee Stad., Bronx 3rd Rnd TKO Rare early loss Win Willie Reddish Dec 6, 1939 Philadelphia 4 Rnd TKO Reddish had gash on his forehead Loss Willie Reddish Jan 22, 1940 Philadelphia 10 Rnds Points Simon floored twice Win
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Footage of Doyle and Buddy Baer training for their August 1935 fight. Both men also demonstrate their singing abilities. Doyle once again resumed his boxing career while in America, this time racking up three victories in short order, although Time magazine dismissed these opponents as Tomato cans. [10]