Danny Lopez
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Name: Danny Lopez
Alias: Little Red El Coloradito
Hometown: Los Angeles, California, USA
Birthplace: Fort Duchesne, Utah, USA
Stance: Orthodox
Height: 171cm
Reach: 180cm
Pro Boxer: Record
Amateur Boxer: Record
- Manager: Howie Steindler and Benny Georgino
- Photo #2
Danny Lopez and his brother, welterweight contender Ernie Lopez, were part Ute Indian. Lopez's reign as world champion came to an end on February 2, 1980, at the Arizona Veterans Coliseum, Phoenix. He met Salvador Sanchez that day, and he lost by knockout in round 13. A rematch was fought on June 21, in Las Vegas. Lopez managed to last until the 14th round before succumbing once again by knockout. He announced his retirement after that fight.
In 1985, he talked about a comeback, but decided not to do it. However, in 1991, despite a hand injury that kept him out of construction work, attempted a one-fight comeback, and lost to Jorge Rodriguez by a knockout in round two.
Lopez has remained active during his latest retirement in the social sphere: He has been the object of various dedications and been active on the autograph-signing circuit. He returned to live in Utah after stepping away from the boxing rings for the last time.
- Jim Amato article: [1]
Professional Record
- Defeated 8 opponents (8 by KO) for the World Featherweight Title.
Hall of Fame
- Lopez was inducted into the World Boxing Hall of Fame in 1987
- Lopez was inducted into the California Boxing Hall of Fame in 2005
- Lopez was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2010
| Preceded by: David Kotey |
WBC Featherweight Champion 1976 Nov 13 – 1980 Feb 2 |
Succeeded by: Salvador Sanchez |