Carl Williams

Born

1959-11-11

Died

2013-04-07

Birthplace

Belle Glade, Florida, USA

Biography

Carl Williams, nicknamed "the Truth", was an American boxer who competed as a professional from 1982 to 1997. He challenged twice for heavyweight world titles; the IBF title against Larry Holmes in 1985; and the undisputed title against Mike Tyson in 1989. At regional level he held the USBA heavyweight title from 1987 to 1991.