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Lou Nova: American boxer (1913-1991).
Born (died at age 78).
Lou Nova has 3 credits in our database.
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Lou Nova (March 16, 1913 – September 29, 1991) also called the Cosmic Puncher was an American boxer and actor. Born in Los Angeles, California, the 6 ft 3+1⁄2 in (1.92 m) Nova was the U.S. and World Amateur Boxing Champion in 1935. After turning pro, he remained undefeated in his first 22 matches, and won 40 fights in total. He was the first top rated boxer to practice yoga, and reportedly did headstands in the dressing room before his title bout with Joe Louis.
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Lou Nova was born on and passed away on at the age of 78.
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Lou Nova has 3 credits in our database. Notable titles include World for Ransom (1954), Calendar Girl (1947), Swing Fever (1943).
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