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“When I was a little kid I wanted to be an artist or a painter. But once I got into boxing, all I wanted was to box.”

Quote by Emanuel Steward

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Emanuel Steward

Emanuel Steward was a distinguished boxing commentator and promoter. Born on July 7, 1944, and passing away on October 25, 2012, Steward was deeply engaged in the boxing world, offering insightful commentary and promoting many of the sport's top fighters. more

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