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1940 - Birth of Boxing Champion Jimmy Ellis

Jimmy Ellis, born James Albert Ellis in Louisville, Kentucky, was a prominent heavyweight boxer who became World Boxing Association (WBA) champion in April 1968 after defeating Jerry Quarry. Known for his speed and skill, Ellis trained alongside Muhammad Ali and earned respect for his sportsmanship and talent in a highly competitive era of boxing.

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