As per our current Database, Lionel Rose has been died on May 8, 2011 (age 62).
When Lionel Rose die, Lionel Rose was 62 years old.
| Popular As | Lionel Rose |
| Occupation | Boxer |
| Age | 62 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Born | June 21, 1948 (Australia) |
| Birthday | June 21 |
| Town/City | Australia |
| Nationality | Australia |
Lionel Rose’s zodiac sign is Cancer. According to astrologers, the sign of Cancer belongs to the element of Water, just like Scorpio and Pisces. Guided by emotion and their heart, they could have a hard time blending into the world around them. Being ruled by the Moon, phases of the lunar cycle deepen their internal mysteries and create fleeting emotional patterns that are beyond their control. As children, they don't have enough coping and defensive mechanisms for the outer world, and have to be approached with care and understanding, for that is what they give in return.
Lionel Rose was born in the Year of the Rat. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rat are quick-witted, clever, charming, sharp and funny. They have excellent taste, are a good friend and are generous and loyal to others considered part of its pack. Motivated by money, can be greedy, is ever curious, seeks knowledge and welcomes challenges. Compatible with Dragon or Monkey.
Australian bantamweight boxer who became the first Indigenous Australian to win a world title. He was the first person to win the Aboriginal Australian of the Year award and was an inaugural inductee into the Australian National Boxing Hall of Fame.
He grew up in Jacksons Track as well as the small town of Warragul. At age 15, he won the Australian amateur flyweight title.
His victory by decision over Chucho Castillo in front of a pro-Castillo crowd in Inglewood, California caused a riot, leaving 14 fans and Referee Dick Young hospitalized.
He married a woman named Jenny, who was the daughter of his trainer, Frank Oates. His father, Roy, was also a boxer.
He had a brief singing career in the early 70's. His single "I Thank You," written and composed Johnny Young, was a huge hit.
