A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Larry Holmes.
Larry Holmes, an American former professional boxer, reigned as the world heavyweight champion from 1978 to 1985. Widely regarded as one of boxing's all-time heavyweight greats, Holmes boxed professionally from 1973 to 2002. Known as "the Easton Assassin" due to his upbringing in Easton, Pennsylvania, he distinguished himself with his jab and overall boxing skills, securing a prominent place in boxing history.
On March 21, 1973, Larry Holmes made his professional boxing debut, winning against Rodell Dupree.
In March 1978, Larry Holmes gained credibility by defeating Earnie Shavers in a unanimous decision.
In 1978, Larry Holmes became the world heavyweight champion.
In 1978, Larry Holmes defeated Ken Norton to win the WBC championship.
On June 22, 1979, Larry Holmes defended his title against Mike Weaver, winning by a TKO in the twelfth round.
On September 28, 1979, Larry Holmes had a rematch with Earnie Shavers, winning by TKO in the eleventh round after recovering from a knockdown.
On October 2, 1980, Larry Holmes defended his title against Muhammad Ali, winning by TKO in the tenth round and earning recognition as World Heavyweight Champion by The Ring.
On April 11, 1981, Larry Holmes successfully defended his title against Trevor Berbick by going the distance in a decision win.
On November 6, 1981, Larry Holmes defeated Renaldo Snipes by TKO in the eleventh round.
On May 20, 1983, Larry Holmes defended his title against Tim Witherspoon, retaining it by a disputed split decision.
On September 10, 1983, Larry Holmes successfully defended the WBC title for the sixteenth time against Scott Frank.
On November 9, 1984, Larry Holmes made his first defense of the IBF title, stopping James "Bonecrusher" Smith.
In 1985, Larry Holmes stopped David Bey in ten rounds for his 19th title defense.
On February 7, 1992, Larry Holmes defeated Ray Mercer by a unanimous decision.
On June 18, 1999, Larry Holmes stopped "Bonecrusher" Smith in eight rounds in a rematch.
On November 17, 2000, Larry Holmes stopped Mike Weaver in six rounds in a rematch.
On July 27, 2002, Larry Holmes's final fight took place in Norfolk, Virginia, where he defeated Eric "Butterbean" Esch in a 10-round unanimous decision.
In 2008, Larry Holmes was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame.
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