Roberto Duran

Date of Birth: June 16, 1951

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Biography

Roberto Durán, often regarded as one of the greatest boxers of all time, was born on June 16, 1951, in Guararé, Panama. Known by his nickname “Manos de Piedra” or “Hands of Stone,” Durán’s boxing career spanned five decades, from 1968 to 2001. He competed in a remarkable 119 fights, earning a record of 103 wins (70 by knockout) and 16 losses. Durán held world titles in four different weight classes: lightweight, welterweight, light middleweight, and middleweight. Durán’s most famous bouts include his trilogy with Sugar Ray Leonard and his victory over Ken Buchanan to claim the WBA Lightweight title. His aggressive fighting style, extraordinary stamina, and tactical acumen inside the ring made him a fan favorite and a formidable opponent. Outside the ring, Durán’s life was marked by both triumphs and challenges. He has appeared in movies, released a self-titled movie, and even tried his hand at singing. Despite facing financial struggles and health issues later in life, Durán’s legacy as a boxing legend remains untarnished.

5 Interesting Facts about Roberto Duran

1. Roberto Durán began his professional boxing career at the young age of 16.

2. He is one of the rare boxers to have fought in five different decades.

3. Durán was known for his fierce rivalry with Sugar Ray Leonard, particularly their first fight in 1980 where Durán won by unanimous decision.

4. He appeared in the 2016 biographical film “Hands of Stone,” where his character was portrayed by actor Édgar Ramírez.

5. Durán once tried to transition into a music career and released a salsa album.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Roberto Duran

1. “I am not an animal in my personal life. But in the ring, you have to be.”

2. “The fans like the knockout. I like the knockout. They see the punch, they see the guy go down, and they love it.”

3. “Sometimes, when you lose, you win.”

4. “In the ring, I never really knew fear.”

5. “When you want to talk about who made me, you talk about Panama. When you want to talk about who made Panama, you talk about me.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Roberto Durán’s highest net worth achieved was approximately $3 million.

Children

Roberto Durán has eight children. His family has been supportive throughout his career and life, and several of his children have pursued their own careers in various fields.