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# Billy Conn

(1917–1993)   Boxer

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Billy Conn was a boxer.

## Quick Facts About Billy Conn

Born October 8, 1917

Died May 29, 1993

Profession Boxer

## About Billy Conn

American boxer (1917–1993)... \| William David Conn was an American professional boxer and Light Heavyweight Champion famed for his fights with Joe Louis. He had a professional boxing record of 63 wins, 11 losses and 1 draw, with 14 wins by knockout. His nickname, throughout most of his career, was "The Pittsburgh Kid." He was indu

##  Quotes by Billy Conn

> [What's the use of being Irish if you can't be thick?](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/billy-conn/what-s-the-use-of-being-irish-if-you-can-t-be-thick/)

[Billy Conn](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/billy-conn/)

[Being irish](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/being-irish/)

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