About Darkie Ellis
Lived 1914 – 1946 (aged 31). Darkie Ellis was a boxer.
Darkie Ellis (born Cyril Hills; 15 December 1914 – 14 December 1946) was a British professional boxer, from 1931 to 1940. He was the son of William Hills and Elizabeth Farnsworth. His birth was registered in the December quarter of 1914.
He was at various times a welterweight; middleweight and light-heavyweight, and fought in 91 professional bouts. He represented England at a tournament in Antwerp, Belgium on 21 March 1939. They had two daughters. He died in his early thirties. His wife later remarried.
A collection of Ellis memorabilia, owned by his granddaughter, was shown on the BBC programme Antiques Roadshow in December 2008.
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Who was Darkie Ellis?
British professional boxer, from 1929 to 1940
When was Darkie Ellis born?
Darkie Ellis was born on 15 December 1914 in Belper, Derbyshire, England.
When did Darkie Ellis die?
Darkie Ellis died on 14 December 1946.
What was Darkie Ellis's occupation?
Darkie Ellis was a boxer.
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