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Lou Nova was a World Amateur Boxing Champion. Undefeated in his first 22 pro boxing matches. Knocked out former heavyweight champion Max Baer twice. Ended Baer's career in second fight by fracturing his Adam's Apple. Noted for his "Cosmic" Punch. Was badly injured in his fight with "Two Ton" Tony Galento. After this fight spent time in the hospital and almost lost his eye. Fought Joe Louis for the heavyweight title; his famed "Cosmic" Punch could not dent the champion's chin. Won 40 professional fights.

Lou Nova in Somewhere in the Night (1946)

Professional boxer before his acting career.

First top rated boxer to practice yoga. Did head-stands in the dressing
room before his title bout with Joe Louis

US and world amateur heavyweight boxing champion, 1935.

Inducted into World Boxing Hall of Fame, 1991.

Refereed a Pro Wrestling bout in 1944 for Des Moines Wrestling.

Inducted into the Sacramento (California) City College Athletic Hall of
Fame, 1999.

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