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Joe Lewis (March 7, 1944 – August 31, 2012) was an American martial artist, professional kickboxer and actor. Originally a practitioner of Shōrin-ryū karate and champion in point sparring competitions, he became one of the fathers of full contact karate and kickboxing in the United States, and is credited with popularizing the combat sport ...
Learn about Joe Lewis, the legendary American karate and kickboxing champion who pioneered full-contact competition and influenced Bruce Lee and Chuck Norris. Read his biography and a rare 1981 interview where he reflects on his career and mentor.
Joseph Henry Lewis (March 7, 1944 – August 31, 2012) was an American martial artist, actor, karateka, and kickboxer. As a fighter, Lewis gained fame for his matches in the 1960s and 1970s,...
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Teddy Limoz vs Joe Lewis [26-07-1975] Honolulu, Hawaii (USA). Event: World Series of Martial Arts Championships. For WSMAC Openweight World title & PKA Heavyweight World title (Joe...
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Martial arts legend and Pioneer Joe Lewis lost a long fight with brain cancer at 10:45 AM on Friday, August 31st, 2012 in Virginia, surrounded by family and friends. Dubbed the " Muhammad Ali " of Sport Karate & Kickboxing, Joe won more titles in his 17-year fighting career than any other tournament fighter.
Joe Lewis was an American martial artist, professional kickboxer and actor. Originally a practitioner of Shōrin-ryū karate and champion in point sparring competitions, he became one of the fathers of full contact karate and kickboxing in the United States, and is credited with popularizing the combat sport in North America.
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Aug 31, 2003 · Learn about Joe Lewis, a former Marine, karate champion, and kickboxer who fought in the 1960s and 1970s. He studied with Bruce Lee, defeated Chuck Norris, and was voted the greatest fighter in karate history.