James J Beattie
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Name: James J Beattie
Alias: Big Jim
Birth Name: James William Beattie
Hometown: Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA
Birthplace: Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA
Died: 2019-11-13 (Age:77)
Stance: Orthodox
Height: 207cm
Pro Boxer: Record
Amateur Boxer: Record
A heavyweight contender of the 1960’s & 70’s. Beattie faced Minnesota rivals Scott LeDoux, Fred Askew, and Baker Boy Hurley in state showdowns.
- North West Golden Gloves Champ
- Lost to Buster Mathis in 1962 Golden Gloves (national?)
- Acted in the James Earl Jones movie, The Great White Hope.