Lou Nova

Lou Nova was born on Mar 16, 1913 in USA. Lou Nova's big-screen debut came with Swing Fever directed by Tim Whelan in 1943, strarring Kid Mandell. Lou Nova is known for Diamond Jim: Skulduggery in Samantha directed by John Peyser, Dale Robertson stars as Diamond Jim Brady and Walter Burke as O'Connell. The upcoming new movie Lou Nova plays is The Happiest Millionaire which will be released on Jul 10, 1968.

Lou Nova was a World Amateur Boxing Champion. Undefeated in his first 22 pro boxing matches. Knocked out former heavyweight champion Max Baer twice. Ended Baer's career in second fight by fracturing his Adam's Apple. Noted for his "Cosmic" Punch. Was badly injured in his fight with "Two Ton" Tony Galento. After this fight spent time in the hospital and almost lost his eye. Fought Joe Louis for the heavyweight title; his famed "Cosmic" Punch could not dent the champion's chin. Won 40 professional fights.