Jack Dempsey Jack Dempsey William Harrison "Jack" Dempsey (June 24, 1895 – May 31, 1983), nicknamed "Kid Blackie" and "The Manassa Mauler", was an American professional boxer who competed from 1914 to 1927, and reigned as the world heavyweight champion from 1919 to 1926. A cultural icon of the 1920s, Dempsey's aggressive fighting style and exceptional punching power made him one of the most popular boxers in history. Many of his fights set financial and attendance records, including the first million-dollar gate. Dempsey is ranked tenth on "The Ring" magazine's list of all-time heavyweights and seventh among its Top 100 Greatest Punchers,
Russell Scott (boxer) Russell Scott (boxer) Russell Scott (March 27, 1917 – January 20, 1980), better known as Buddy Scott, was an American heavyweight professional boxer. Russell Scott was born on March 27, 1917 in Electra, Texas. He was 5 feet, 11 inches tall and weighed 180 lbs. His boxing record is won 114 (KO 61) + lost 31 (KO 6) and drawn 6 = 151 rounds boxed 1112 KO% 40.4. Russell Scott is the younger brother of lightweight boxer Howard Scott. Most of Russell Scott's losses were at the end of his career. His death came in January 20, 1980 about 28