About James Carr
Lived 1955 – 2013 (aged 58). James Carr was an American amateur wrestler.
James Emmet "Jimmy" Carr (January 28, 1955 – August 15, 2013) was an American freestyle and folkstyle wrestler. Carr was the youngest Olympian in U.S. wrestling history, competing at the 1972 Summer Olympics while still in high school as a 17-year-old. He also competed at the 1971 World Wrestling Championships at 52 kg (114.5 pounds) as a 16-year-old.
Carr was a Junior World Champion in 1973. As a college wrestler, he was an NCAA All-American for Kentucky, placing fifth at the 1977 NCAA Championships at 126 pounds. He died on August 15, 2013, from complications from a motor vehicle crash at age 58.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Carr?
Olympic wrestler
When was James Carr born?
James Carr was born on 28 January 1955 in Erie.
When did James Carr die?
James Carr died on 15 August 2013.
What was James Carr's occupation?
James Carr was an amateur wrestler.
What nationality was James Carr?
James Carr was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Carr (wrestler)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Carr. https://biography.guide/james-carr-amateur-wrestler/
MLA: "James Carr." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-carr-amateur-wrestler/.
Chicago: "James Carr." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/james-carr-amateur-wrestler/.
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