Tommy Jackson (boxer), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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Date of Birth: 09-Aug-1931
Place of Birth: Sparta, Georgia, United States
Date of Death: 14-Feb-1982
Profession: boxer
Nationality: United States
Zodiac Sign: Leo 
About Tommy Jackson (boxer)
- Thomas "Tommy" Jackson (August 9, 1931 – February 14, 1982), often known as "Hurricane" Jackson was an American professional boxer who competed from 1951 to 1961.
- In July 1957, he fought Floyd Patterson for the heavyweight championship.
- Jackson was noted for his stamina and unorthodox style as a fighter.
- He was trained and managed by Whitey Bimstein.While Jackson never won the heavyweight title, he defeated some notable heavyweights, including former champion Ezzard Charles, whom Jackson beat twice in 1955.
- In February 1956, he was ranked behind Archie Moore as a contender for Rocky Marciano's heavyweight title. He fought two bouts with Floyd Patterson.
- In June 1956 he and Patterson fought in an elimination fight to see who would fight for the heavyweight championship left vacant by Rocky Marciano's retirement.
- Jackson lost a twelve-round split decision.
- In July 1957 Jackson fought Patterson again, this time for the heavyweight championship held by Patterson.
- Jackson lost in the tenth round by technical knockout.
- He fought on with limited success and had his final bout in 1960.
- After a few exhibition bouts in 1961, he retired. In his later life he worked shining shoes and as a taxi driver.
- While driving his cab in late 1981 he was hit by a car and was critically injured.
- He died in 1982 in New York City. Jackson was famous for bravery in the ring and at times taking much punishment.
- At one stage his license was suspended to help recovery.His overall career record was 35 wins (with 16 knockouts), nine losses, and one draw.
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