Braddock JamesJ Vedic birth chart profile
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Braddock JamesJ

• Remembering (Nov 29, 1974)

★ June 7, 1905 · New York City, New York
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Biography

Who is Braddock JamesJ?

American boxer, nicknamed Cinderella Man, who was the world heavyweight champion from 1935 to 1937. His other nicknames were Bulldog of Bergen, Pride of the Irish, and Pride of New Jersey. Fighting under the name James J. Braddock (ostensibly to follow the pattern set by two prior world boxing champions, James J. Corbett and James J. Jeffries), Braddock was known for his spoiling, counterpunching style, powerful right hand and his iron chin. He had lost several bouts due to chronic hand injuries and was forced to work on the docks and collect social assistance to feed his family during the Great Depression. He made a comeback, and in 1935 he fought Max Baer for the Heavyweight title and won. For this unlikely feat he was given the nickname Cinderella Man by Damon Runyon. Braddock was managed by Joe Gould. Braddock married Mae Fox in 1930 and the couple had three children. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1942 and became a first lieutenant. He served in the Pacific theatre on the island of Saipan, where he trained enlisted men in hand-to-hand combat. Upon return, he worked as a marine equipment surplus supplier and helped construct the Verrazano Bridge in the early 1960s. James J. Braddock died on 29 November 1974, aged 69, in North Bergen, New Jersey. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2001. James J. Braddock North Hudson County Park in North Bergen is named in his honour. The 2005 biographical film Cinderella Man tells Braddocks story. Directed by Ron Howard, it stars Russell Crowe as Braddock and Renée Zellweger as his wife, Mae. The film had an estimated budget of $88 million and grossed $108.5 million worldwide. Crowes performance earned him a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Braddock JamesJ (James J. Braddock) – Public Profile

Born: June 7, 1905, New York City, United States

Overview

James J. Braddock was a prominent American professional boxer who held the World Heavyweight Championship in 1935 after an unlikely comeback. Known for the nickname Cinderella Man, his career epitomized perseverance during the Great Depression era in boxing history. His life story inspired a major film and remains a touchstone in discussions of underdog athletes.

News & Highlights

  • 1935-06-13: Defeated Max Baer to win the World Heavyweight Championship at Madison Square Garden, in a fight that captured national attention and solidified Braddock's place in boxing lore.
  • 1937-06-22: Lost the heavyweight crown to Joe Louis in Chicago, with Louis delivering a knockout in the 8th round, a defining moment in the Louis-Braddock rivalry.
  • Throughout the mid-20th century: Braddock remained a subject of boxing histories, biographies, and retrospectives that emphasize his comeback story and tough wartime era battles in the ring.
  • 2005: The film Cinderella Man popularized his life story, bringing renewed public interest and discussion about his career and era.

Public Profile & Social Media

There are no official social media profiles for James J. Braddock. As a historical figure who passed away in 1974, any current accounts bearing his name would be unofficial or fan-run. Archival material and biographical references are typically found in boxing history sites, libraries, and film/biography projects about his era.

Notable Projects & Legacy

  • Life story depicted in the 2005 feature film Cinderella Man, which dramatizes Braddock’s rise from poverty to world champion and his comeback during the Great Depression.
  • Braddock’s career is frequently cited in boxing histories as a classic example of resilience and strategic comeback against long odds.
  • His legacy extends to discussions of sports under adversity, the social context of 1930s boxing, and the inspirational arc of athletes who overachieve despite hardship.

Biographical Snapshot

  • Birth: June 7, 1905, New York City, United States
  • Sport: Professional boxing; World Heavyweight Champion (1935)
  • Key rivals: Defeated Max Baer to win the title; lost to Joe Louis in his title defense
  • Death: 1974 (location commonly listed as New Jersey, USA)
  • Legacy: Iconic come-from-behind champion; subject of film and boxing history studies
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Which Raj Yogas are in Braddock JamesJ's birth chart?

4 FOUND

Braddock JamesJ's chart shows 4 Raj Yogas, including Gaja Kesari Yoga, Vasumitra Yoga, Sasa Yoga.

Planetary Combinations
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What do Braddock JamesJ's numerology numbers say?

Braddock JamesJ's core numbers are Destiny 2, Soul Urge 5, Personality 6, Kabbalah Number 2.

◎Destiny
2

Chaldean Destiny 2 indicates success through cooperation and harmony. It supports mediation, supportive leadership, and partnership-based growth.

❖Soul Urge
5

Chaldean Soul 5 desires freedom and variety. It seeks change, movement, experiences, and space to explore life.

◇Personality
6

Chaldean Personality 6 appears caring, responsible, and protective. Others often see harmony-making and relationship commitment.

∞Kabbalah Number
2

Kabbalah Number 2 reflects an inner spiritual code of harmony and union. It supports empathy, balance, and growth through partnership.

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Life Events & Planetary Transits

Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.

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Relationship
Marriage 1930 (Mae Fox)
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Death
Death, Cause unspecified 29 November 1974 (Age 69) chart Placidus Equal_H. Work : Prize 2001 (International Boxing Hall of Fame)
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