Joe Frazier
Biography
Joe Frazier was an actor who appeared in the film Rocky. He was also a professional boxer known for his strength and formidable left hand. Frazier was born on January 12, 1944, and was nicknamed Smokin' Joe. He competed as a boxer from 1965 to 1981 and was the first boxer to defeat Muhammad Ali. Frazier reigned as the undisputed heavyweight champion in 1970 and won a gold medal at the 1964 Summer Olympics as an amateur. He passed away on November 7, 2011.
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Full Filmography
48 titles- Thrilla in Manila (2019) as Self
- Joe Frazier: When the Smoke Clears (2012)
- Facing Ali (2009) as Self
- Thrilla in Manila (2008) as Himself
- Secret Talents of the Stars (2008)
- American Gangster (2007) Thanks
- The Next Great Champ (2004)
- Jim Brown: All-American (2002) as Self (uncredited)
- When Boxing Ruled The World (2001) as Self
- TV Funhouse (2000) as Self
- Ali-Frazier I: One Nation... Divisible (2000) as Self
- Champions Forever - World Heavyweight Champs! (2000) as Himself
- Muhammad Ali - The Greatest Collection (1999)
- Just the Ticket (1998) as himself
- Boxing Crazy (1997)
- Muhammad Ali: The Whole Story (1996) as Self
- Die Muhammad Ali Story (1996) as Joe Frazier
- A Christmas Journey Home (1996) as Tough Guy
- Muhammad Ali The Whole Story (1996) as Self
- A Whole New Ballgame (1995) as Self
- Home of Angels (1994)
- Raw (1993) as Self
- Glory Days (1990) as Joe Frazier
- Night of 100 Stars III (1990) as Self
- The Simpsons (1989) as Joe Frazier (voice)
- Champions Forever (1989) as Self
- Mike Tyson Presents: The Heavyweights (1988)
- Ghost Fever (1987) as Terrible Tucker
- WrestleMania II (1986) as Self
- Tuesday Night Titans (1984) as Joe Frazier
- NWA Starrcade 1984 (1984) as "Smokin" Joe Frazier (Referee/Ringside Judge)
- Wogan (1982) as Self
- Rocky (1976) as Himself
- George Foreman vs Joe Frazier II (1976) as Self
- The Jeffersons (1975)
- Muhammad Ali vs. Joe Frazier III (1975) as Self
- Movin' On (1974)
- The Fight (1974) as Himself
- The Fighters (1974) as Self
- Muhammad Ali vs. Joe Frazier II (1974) as Self
- The Rumble in the Jungle: George Foreman vs. Muhammad Ali (1974) as Commentator
- Joe Frazier vs. George Foreman (1973) as Self
- Muhammad Ali vs. Joe Frazier I (1971) as Self
- Fight of the Century (1971) as Self
- The Dick Cavett Show (1968) as Self - Guest
- Tokyo Olympiad (1965) as Self
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Joe Frazier best known for?
Joe Frazier is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including American Gangster (2007), Zabriskie Point (1970), Raw (1993), The Simpsons (1989).
When and where was Joe Frazier born?
Joe Frazier was born on January 12, 1944 in Beaufort, South Carolina. They passed away on November 7, 2011.
How many credits does Joe Frazier have?
Joe Frazier has accumulated over 48 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1961 to 2019.
What is Joe Frazier's background in cinema and television?
Joe Frazier was an actor who appeared in the film Rocky. He was also a professional boxer known for his strength and formidable left hand. Frazier was born on January 12, 1944, and was nicknamed Smokin' Joe. He competed as a boxer from 1965 to 1981 and was the first boxer to defeat Muhammad Ali. Frazier reigned as the ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Simpsons (1989) as Joe Frazier (voice) — aged about 45
- Rocky (1976) as Himself — aged about 32
- Tokyo Olympiad (1965) as Self — aged about 21
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self — aged about 18
- The Jeffersons (1975) — aged about 31
- Raw (1993) as Self — aged about 49
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