Larry Holmes Net Worth, Age, Height, Bio, Birthday, Wiki!

May 2024 · 4 minute read

Explore Larry Holmes net worth, age, height, bio, birthday, wiki, and salary! In this article, we will discover how old is Larry Holmes? Who is Larry Holmes dating now & how much money does Larry Holmes have?

Larry Holmes Biography

Larry Holmes is one of the most popular and richest Boxer who was born on November 3, 1949 in Cuthbert, United States. Heavyweight boxing champ nicknamed The Easton Assassin. His career record was 69-6 and he was inducted into both the International Boxing Hall of Fame and the World Boxing Hall of Fame.

Rocky Marciano held the longest unbeaten streak in boxing, forty-nine matches, which he almost tied, before losing his forty-ninth match.

Had five children with his wife Diane.

NameLarry Holmes
First NameLarry
Last NameLarry
OccupationBoxer
BirthdayNovember 3
Birth Year1949
Place of BirthCuthbert
Home Town
Birth CountryUnited States
Birth SignScorpio
Full/Birth Name
FatherNot Available
MotherNot Available
SiblingsJacob Holmes, Mark Holmes, Leander Holmes, MORE
SpouseDiane Holmes
Children(s)Larry Jr. Holmes, Kandy Holmes

Ethnicity, religion & political views

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Larry Holmes Net Worth

Larry Holmes is one of the richest Boxer from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Larry Holmes's net worth $18 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Because of his family’s dire financial situation, he dropped out of seventh grade in order to work at a car wash, getting paid $1.00 an hour.

He recorded victories against many of the boxing greats: Ken Norton, Muhammad Ali, Gerry Cooney, and others.

Net Worth$18 Million
SalaryUnder Review
Source of IncomeBoxer
CarsNot Available
HouseLiving in own house.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Larry Holmes height 6 ft 3 in Larry weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Height6 ft 3 in
WeightNot Known
Body MeasurementsUnder Review
Eye ColorNot Available
Hair ColorNot Available
Feet/Shoe SizeNot Available

Who is Larry Holmes Dating?

According to our records, Larry Holmes married to Diane Holmes . As of December 1, 2023, Larry Holmes’s is not dating anyone.

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Top Facts about Larry Holmes

  • Larry Holmes was born on November 3, 1949 in Cuthbert, Georgia.
  • He held the WBC heavyweight title from 1978 to 1983.
  • Holmes had a professional record of 69 wins and only 6 losses.
  • He is considered one of the greatest heavyweights of all time.
  • Holmes fought Muhammad Ali in his last ever fight in 1980.
  • He retired from boxing in 2002 at the age of 52.
  • Holmes was known for his powerful left jab and footwork.
  • He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2008.
  • Holmes also worked as a commentator for HBO Sports after retiring.
  • His nickname was “The Easton Assassin” due to his hometown and fighting style.
  • Facts & Trivia

    Larry Ranked on the list of most popular Boxer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Larry Holmes celebrates birthday on November 3 of every year.

    Did Larry Holmes defeat Mike Tyson?

    Mike Tyson firmly announced himself to the world in 1988 with an incredible victory over the legendary Larry Holmes. In his prime ‘Iron Mike’ was nothing short of absolutely terrifying. His dark aura and fearsome punch power made him into one of the most destructive forces in boxing history.

    What did Mike Tyson do to Larry Holmes?

    After referee Joe Cortez broke the second hold, Tyson hit Holmes with a left jab–right hand combination that sent Holmes to the canvas. Holmes was able to get back up but was immediately met with a furious combination from Tyson, who knocked Holmes down for the second time with a right hook to the head.

    Who did Larry Holmes lose to?

    On January 22, 1988, Holmes was lured out of retirement by a $2.8 million purse to challenge reigning Undisputed World Heavyweight Champion Mike Tyson. Tyson dropped Holmes in the fourth round with an overhand right.

    Did Muhammad Ali lose to Larry Holmes?

    The fight. There were no knockdowns, but Holmes dominated the fight and was given every round by all three judges. Holmes won through a technical knockout after Ali’s trainer Angelo Dundee stopped the fight after the tenth round.

    What did Ali say to Tyson before the Holmes fight?

    When Tyson did meet Holmes seven years later, Ali was a guest at the fight. Tyson said Ali whispered to him beforehand, “Remember what you said — get him for me.”

    You may read full biography about Larry Holmes from Wikipedia.

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