Ernesto Magdaleno

Ernesto "Ernie" Magdaleno (December 29, 1962 – December 31, 1995) was an American professional boxer.

Life and career Magdaleno, who attended Westminster High School, was of Mexican origin. He participated in only eleven amateur fights.

His first fight as a professional boxer came in November 1989, when he defeated Steve Montoya in Irvine, California. On February 24, 1992, Magdaleno won the California State Light-Heavyweight title by knocking out Bomani Parker in round five. After having won all of his first 15 bouts as a professional, Magdaleno had a draw against Mexican Lupe Aquino in February 1993. Later that year, Magdaleno held off Tim Hillie to claim the IBF USBA Light-Heavyweight title.

Until 1993, Magdaleno was promoted by Don King. His manager and trainer was Clyde Armijo.

Following the title fight in Germany, Magdaleno won the last three bouts of his professional career. His overall record was 21 wins (8 by KO), one loss and one draw. Besides boxing, he worked as a carpenter and carpet layer. His wife and two children sustained minor injuries in the crash, while Magdaleno was thrown out of the car following the impact.