About William Douglas
Lived 1940 – 1999 (aged 59). William Douglas was an American boxer.
William "Dynamite" Douglas (21 March 1940 – 7 October 1999) was an American boxer. His son is former undisputed world heavyweight champion, James "Buster" Douglas.
A native of Columbus, Ohio, Douglas was a contender in the middleweight and light-heavyweight divisions during the 1970s, fighting such opponents as Bennie Briscoe, Marvin Johnson and Matthew Saad Muhammad. He retired in 1980 with a record of 41-16-1.
Douglas was trained by fellow Ohio native Gary H. Brown, who is a former professional boxer.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Douglas?
American boxer, born 1940
When was William Douglas born?
William Douglas was born on 21 March 1940 in Columbus, Ohio.
When did William Douglas die?
William Douglas died on 7 October 1999 in %3F.
What was William Douglas's occupation?
William Douglas was a boxer.
What nationality was William Douglas?
William Douglas was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Douglas (boxer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Douglas. https://biography.guide/william-douglas-boxer/
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