Rex Layne
Rex Layne | |
|---|---|
Layne, circa 1951 | |
| Born | June 7, 1928 Lewiston, Utah |
| Died | June 7, 2000 (aged 72) |
| Nationality | American |
| Statistics | |
| Weight(s) | Heavyweight |
| Height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 70 |
| Wins | 50 |
| Wins by KO | 34 |
| Losses | 17 |
| Draws | 3 |
Rex Gessel Layne (June 7, 1928 – June 7, 2000) was an American heavyweight professional boxer. Sometimes termed the "Lewiston Larruper" and later "Poor Ole Rex", Layne became a top contender in the early 1950s, although he never fought for the heavyweight title. Despite this he notched victories over many top rated boxers of his era, including heavyweight champions Ezzard Charles and Jersey Joe Walcott.