Jake LaMotta
American boxer (1922–2017)
1922 — 2017
Quick Facts
Profession
American boxer (1922–2017)
Born
July 10, 1922
Died
2017 (age ~95)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
writer, film actor, stage actor
United StatesBorn in The BronxDied in Miami
1922
Born in The Bronx (1922-07-10)
1990
AwardInternational Boxing Hall of Fame
2017
Died in Miami
About
Giacobbe "Jake" LaMotta was an American professional boxer who was world middleweight champion between 1949 and 1951. Nicknamed "the Bronx Bull" or "Raging Bull" for his technique of constant stalking, brawling and inside fighting, he developed a reputation for being a "bully"; he was what is often referred to today as a swarmer and a slugger.
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Who is Jake LaMotta?+
Giacobbe "Jake" LaMotta was an American professional boxer who was world middleweight champion between 1949 and 1951. Nicknamed "the Bronx Bull" or "Raging Bull" for his technique of constant stalking, brawling and inside fighting, he developed a reputation for being a "bully"; he was what is often
What does the name Jake mean?+
The name Jake means "A male given name.. Etymology: Originally a medieval variant of Jack; today also used as a diminutive form of Jacob and James.". It is of English origin.
When was Jake LaMotta born?+
Jake LaMotta was born on July 10, 1922.
When did Jake LaMotta die?+
Jake LaMotta died in 2017, at approximately 95 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name.. Etymology: Originally a medieval variant of Jack; today also used as a diminutive form of Jacob and James.
The name Jake is of English origin, meaning "A male given name.. Etymology: Originally a medieval variant of Jack; today also used as a diminutive form of Jacob and James.". It is traditionally a male name.
Other famous people named Jake
Jake — July 10, 1922
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
13 Akbal
Night — darkness, mystery, dreams
Celtic Tree
Holly
Noble, leader, strategist
Ogham: Tinne · Jul 8 – Aug 4
Birthstone: Ruby — Passion, vitality
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I knew from the first practice. You had something different.
— your old coach
You're the reason I started playing.
— a kid who watched you play
Legend.
— anon
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