About

Known credits:
9
Birthday:
1960-04-07
Place of birth:
Columbus, Ohio, USA
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James Douglas

Overview

James "Buster" Douglas is an American former professional boxer who competed between 1981 and 1999. He reigned as undisputed world heavyweight champion in 1990 after defeating Mike Tyson to win the title. His victory over Tyson is regarded as one of the greatest upsets in sports history.

Douglas was a 42-to-1 underdog going into his 1990 fight against Tyson, who was undefeated and considered to be the best boxer in the world for his domination of the division over the previous three years. Defying expectations, Douglas knocked out Tyson in the 10th round to claim the WBC, WBA, and IBF titles. He reigned as the world heavyweight champion for eight months until he was defeated by Evander Holyfield in his only title defense. Retiring shortly after the fight, Douglas engaged in a series of comeback fights between 1996 and 1999 before retiring a second and final time.

Known for

Acting

2020 The Wager Actor Tyrone 59
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2019 One Night: Joshua vs. Ruiz Actor Self 59
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2018 42 to 1 Actor 59
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2008 Tyson Actor Self (archive footage) 60
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1993 Fallen Champ: The Untold Story of Mike Tyson Actor Self (archive footage) 59
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1990 Evander Holyfield vs Buster Douglas Actor Self N/A
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1990 Night of 100 Stars III Actor Self 59
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1990 WWE The Main Event III Actor "Buster" Douglas (Referee) N/A
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1990 Mike Tyson vs. Buster Douglas Actor Self N/A
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