Biography

Archie Moore (born Archibald Lee Wright; December 13, 1913 – December 9, 1998) was an American catch wrestler and professional boxer and the longest reigning World Light Heavyweight Champion of all time (1952 – 1962). He had one of the longest professional careers in the history of the sport, competing from 1935 to 1963. Nicknamed "The Mongoose", and then "The Old Mongoose" in the latter half of his career, he was a highly strategic and defensive boxer. Moore was also a trainer for a short time after retirement, training Muhammad Ali, George Foreman, Bob Foster, Eddie Mustafa Muhammad, Earnie Shavers and James Tillis.

Filmography

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Perry Mason

Perry Mason

1957Series
7.7
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Batman

Batman

1966Series
7.3
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Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre

1963Series
5.7
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The Steve Allen Show

The Steve Allen Show

1956Series
5.6
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The Ed Sullivan Show

The Ed Sullivan Show

1948Series
6.8
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Family Affair

Family Affair

1966Series
6.7
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Tonight Starring Jack Paar

1957Series
7.0
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Shane

Shane

1966Series
6.0
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The Outfit

The Outfit

1973Film
6.8
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Breakheart Pass

Breakheart Pass

1975Film
6.6
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When We Were Kings

When We Were Kings

1996Film
7.6
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The Carpetbaggers

The Carpetbaggers

1964Film
5.8