Jess Willard Net Worth

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He earned a total of $1.4 million in his career, including a $25,000 purse for his 1915 fight against Jack Johnson. Jess Willard was a 6'6", 270-pound heavyweight boxing champion, nicknamed the 'Pottawatomie Giant' and 'The Great White Hope.' He was born in 1881 and had a career record of 26-6-1. He earned a total of $1.4 million in his career, including a $25,000 purse for his 1915 fight against Jack Johnson. This has resulted in a net worth of $1.4 million for Jess Willard.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day	December 29, 1881
Birth Place	Kansas
Age	138 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign	Capricorn

💰 Net worth: $1.4 Million (2024)

Jess Willard, known as the renowned boxer from Kansas, has an estimated net worth of $1.4 million in the year 2024. Recognized for his exceptional boxing skills and achievements, Willard has managed to accumulate a substantial fortune over the years. His successful career in the ring, coupled with lucrative endorsement deals and other business ventures, have contributed to his impressive net worth. As a prominent figure in the sport, Willard's financial success is a reflection of his dedication, talent, and popularity among fans and sponsors alike.

About

6'6", 270-pound heavyweight boxing champion, nicknamed the 'Pottawatomie Giant' and 'The Great White Hope.' He compiled a career record of 26-6-1.

Before Fame

He worked as a cowboy as a young adult.

Trivia

After holding the heavyweight title for four years, he lost it to Jack Dempsey in a brutal bone-breaking match in which he was knocked down seven times in the first round.

Family Life

He married his childhood friend Harriet Evans.

Associated With

Jack Dempsey was the only boxer to ever knock him down.

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