About Young Zulu Kid
Lived 1897 – 1971 (aged 73). Young Zulu Kid was an American boxer.
Young Zulu Kid (born Giuseppe Di Melfi, April 22, 1897 – April 20, 1971) was a professional boxer.
He lost to Jimmy Wilde for the first ever world flyweight boxing championship.
Di Melfi also lost to Frankie Burns.
He also defeated Jackie Sharkey.
Di Melfi has a child named Joe Di Melfi who has recently been on The Michael Kay Show.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Young Zulu Kid?
boxer
When was Young Zulu Kid born?
Young Zulu Kid was born on 22 April 1897 in Anzi, Basilicata, Italy.
When did Young Zulu Kid die?
Young Zulu Kid died on 20 April 1971 in New York City, United States.
What was Young Zulu Kid's occupation?
Young Zulu Kid was a boxer.
What nationality was Young Zulu Kid?
Young Zulu Kid was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Young Zulu Kid. https://biography.guide/young-zulu-kid/
MLA: "Young Zulu Kid." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/young-zulu-kid/.
Chicago: "Young Zulu Kid." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/young-zulu-kid/.
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