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Antonio Tarver is a professional boxer. He is a former World Champion boxer in the Light Heavyweight division, losing the title to Bernard Hopkins. He was played the main nemesis to Rocky in the film Rocky Balboa starring Sylvester Stallone.
Tarver became established as a light heavyweight world champion by being the first man to ever knock out Roy Jones Jr. He is a four-time boxing champion and has never lost a rematch.
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Fast Facts
- Born: November 21st, 1968
- Birthplace: Orlando, Florida
- Nickname: Magic Man
- Height: 6-2 1/2
- Weight: Light Heavyweight
- Stance: Southpaw
- First man to knock out Roy Jones Jr.
- Won a bronze medal for boxing at the 1996 Olympics
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Mason Dixon
Tarver was cast as heavyweight champion Mason "The Line" Dixon in the 2006 film Rocky Balboa. Dixon is Rocky's opponent in the film's main event match. Dixon's record in 33-0 in the movie, and he ends up defeating Rocky in a split decision. The DVD contains an alternate ending in which Rocky is victorious.Stallone said he wanted to cast a real boxer for the movie since he believed it would be easier to teach a boxer to act than an actor to box.
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@controversleigh I liked it. I thought Antonio Tarver was terrible though.
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O0o0 @kimron thru in da towel over there lookin like antonio tarver
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@HustleSimmons man you see that fake ass Antonio Tarver tried to G Frankie. That shit was funny.
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View All Antonio Tarver Questions (36) | Ask a Questionwe are looking for DR.REV.FLEMING TARVER @THE ORIGINAL FLA. SPIRITUALAIRES. out of st.petersburg fla. (1 Answer)For information and/or booking contact Rev. Fleming Tarver @ (727)327-9979. read moreWhere are Tarver-Dawson fighting at? (1 Answer)Las Vegas; From; http://www.usatoday.com/sports/boxing/2009-05-07-dawson-vs-tarver_N.htm "Former light heavyweight champion Antonio Tarver hits a speed bag during a workout in Las Vegas, Nevada, May 6, 2009. Tarver will attempt to regain the ... read moreWhat is the best middle school in Texas? (1 Answer)Here is the best school in San Antonio, Texas based on parent's reviews. Please have a look at other schools info through the link available below. ---quote--- A Leal Junior ... read moreDoes anyone know if Antonio Banderas Twitters ? (1 Answer)Doesn't look like it, but @CalleZorro offers marriage advice for men. Dressing up like Zorro not part of that advice, unfortunately. read more
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Antonio Tarver Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to Professional Boxing
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- Height: 6-2 1/2
- Weight: Light Heavy Weight
- Years Pro: 10
- Stance: Southpaw
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Antonio Tarver Timeline
- November 21, 1968: Born
- 1997: Turned Pro
- 2003: Wins WBC and IBF light-heavyweight title
- 2004: KOs Roy Jones Jr.
- 2006: Co-Stars in Rocky Balboa starring Sylvester Stallone
- 2006: Loses Championships to Bernard Hopkins
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