Gene Tunney Professional Boxer

• Gender: Male
• Citizenship: United States
• Born: May 25, 1897
• Died: Nov 7, 1978

James Joseph "Gene" Tunney was an American professional boxer and the world heavyweight champion from 1926 - 28. Having defeated Jack Dempsey twice, first in 1926 and then in 1927, Tunney's successful title defense against Dempsey remains one of the most famous bouts in boxing history and is known as The Long Count Fight. Tunney retired as an undefeated heavyweight after his victory over Tom Heeney in 1928. Tunney was named Ring magazine fighter of the year in 1928.