Larry Holmes (1949 – )

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Larry Holmes (1949 – )

Nickname: “The Easton Assassin”
Birthplace: Cuthbert, Georgia, USA
Weight Class: Heavyweight
Stance: Orthodox
Professional Record: 69 – 6 (44 KOs)
Years Active: 1973 – 2002

Biography
Larry Holmes carried the heavyweight crown through the post-Ali era with technical brilliance and a legendary jab. He won the WBC Title in 1978 and defended it 20 times, defeating names like Ken Norton, Ernie Shavers, and Gerry Cooney.

In the Hobby
Holmes’s rookies emerged during Panini’s late-1970s international run.

Rookie & Early Issues
1979 Panini Campioni dello Sport (Italy): true rookie.
1981 Panini Supersport (Italy): first post-title appearance.

Registry Metadata
Earliest Issue: 1979 Panini Campioni dello Sport
Rookie Year: 1979
Recent Notable Sales: 1979 Panini (PSA 9) — $2,850 (2024)

Legacy
Holmes’s longevity and skill secured his place among the all-time heavyweights. His 1979 Panini rookie is the definitive late-’70s heavyweight collectible.

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