Floyd Patterson

(Deceased) Floyd Patterson (January 4, 1935 – May 11, 2006) was an American professional boxer and Olympic gold medalist who twice held the world heavyweight championship. He became the youngest heavyweight champion in history at the time when he won the title in 1956 and later became the first boxer to regain it after losing it. Known for his speed, sportsmanship, and peek-a-boo fighting style, Patterson remains one of the most respected heavyweight champions in boxing history.