Billy Walker

British boxer

PersonAge 87humanQ4913428

Also known as William Walker

Born: March 3, 1939
Birthplace: Stepney
Citizenship: United Kingdom
Occupation: actor
, boxer
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Languages spoken, written or signed: English

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William Walker is a British retired heavyweight boxer and actor. He turned professional in 1961 after 39 amateur bouts. His nickname was "Golden Boy". His professional record was 21 wins, 8 losses and 2 draws. During 1967, he fought for both the British and European titles, losing to Henry Cooper and Karl Mildenberger respectively. After he retired from the ring in 1969 he appeared in several British films and TV shows. His autobiography When the Gloves Came Off was published in 2007.

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Sex or gender: male
Given name: Billy
Family name: Walker
Sport: boxing
Sports discipline competed in: heavyweight

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