Emile Griffith
Born: 1938-02-03 in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
Died: 2013-07-23
Known For: Acting
Biography
Emile Alphonse Griffith was a professional boxer from the U.S. Virgin Islands who won world titles in three weight divisions. He held the world light middleweight, undisputed welterweight, and middleweight titles. His best-known contest was a 1962 title match with Benny Paret.