Trevor Berbick
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- August 1, 1954 in Port Antonio, Jamaica
- Died
- October 28, 2006
- Active Years
- 1981–2008 (28 Years)
- Total Credits
- 6 credits in database
Biography
Trevor Berbick was a Jamaican-Canadian professional boxer who competed from 1976 to 2000. Born in Port Antonio, Jamaica, he was the first Jamaican-born boxer to win a title in the heavyweight division. As an amateur, he earned a bronze medal in the heavyweight division at the 1975 Pan American Games. During his professional career, he held the Canadian heavyweight title twice, from 1979 to 1986 and from 1999 to 2001. In 1986, he defeated Pinklon Thomas to win the WBC heavyweight title, losing it later that year to Mike Tyson. Berbick is also noted for being the last boxer to fight Muhammad Ali, defeating him in 1981. He appeared as himself in HBO Boxing.
Career overview
Trevor Berbick was a Jamaican-Canadian professional boxer who competed from 1976 to 2000. As an amateur, he earned a bronze medal in the heavyweight division at the 1975 Pan American Games. Throughout his professional career, he held the Canadian heavyweight title on two separate occasions, first from 1979 to 1986 and later from 1999 to 2001. Berbick is noted for being the first Jamaican-born boxer to win a title in the heavyweight division.
In 1986, Berbick defeated Pinklon Thomas to win the World Boxing Council heavyweight title. He lost the championship during his first defense later that same year to Mike Tyson via a second-round technical knockout. Beyond his championship run, Berbick is recognized for being the final opponent to face Muhammad Ali, defeating him by unanimous decision in 1981. Born in Port Antonio, Jamaica, in either 1954 or 1955, Berbick appeared as himself in the production HBO Boxing. He passed away on October 28, 2006, in his birthplace of Port Antonio.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
6 titles- Tyson (2008) as Self (archive footage)
- Boxing Barmy (1996)
- Fallen Champ: The Untold Story of Mike Tyson (1993) as Self (archive footage)
- Mike Tyson Presents: The Heavyweights (1988)
- Mike Tyson vs Trevor Berbick (1986) as Self
- Muhammad Ali vs. Trevor Berbick (1981) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Trevor Berbick best known for?
Trevor Berbick is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Tyson (2008).
When and where was Trevor Berbick born?
Trevor Berbick was born on August 1, 1954 in Port Antonio, Jamaica. They passed away on October 28, 2006.
How many credits does Trevor Berbick have?
Trevor Berbick has accumulated over 6 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1981 to 2008.
What is Trevor Berbick's background in cinema and television?
Trevor Berbick was a Jamaican-Canadian professional boxer who competed from 1976 to 2000. Born in Port Antonio, Jamaica, he was the first Jamaican-born boxer to win a title in the heavyweight division. As an amateur, he earned a bronze medal in the heavyweight division at the 1975 Pan American Games. During his profess...
Trevor Berbick by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Tyson (2008) as Self (archive footage) — aged about 53
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