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Born Apr 7, 1896 · New York City, New York, USA
Active 1920–1947 · 5′5″ (165 cm) · Awards: International Boxing Hall of Fame, WBA World Lightweight Champion, The Ring World Lightweight Champion, Sugar Ray Robinson Award
Benny Leonard was an American professional boxer who competed from 1911 to 1932. He held the world lightweight title from 1917 to 1925, making him the longest-reigning champion in the division's history.