After reigning as the world light-heavyweight boxing champion from 1932-34, this pugilist proceeded to transform himself into one of the first and most successful athletes-turned-actors in Hollywood history.
- Maxie Rosenbloom
- Max Baer, Sr
- Max Headroom
- Max Baer, Jr.
Answer
The correct answer is A) Maxie Rosenbloom.
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