Person Open DS/UK/13208 Walker; William "Billy" (1939-); English heavyweight boxer, actor Walker William "Billy" 1939- English heavyweight boxer, actor Male Golden Boy

William "Billy" Walker (Stepney, London, 3 March 1939) is a retired British heavyweight boxer and actor. He was born in London in 1939 and turned professional in 1961 after 39 amateur bouts. His nickname was "Golden Boy". His professional record was 21 wins (16 by knockout), 8 losses and 2 draws. During 1967, he fought for both the British and European titles, losing to Henry Cooper (Great Britain) and Karl Mildenberger (West Germany) respectively. After he retired from the ring in 1969 he appeared in several British films and TV shows. His autobiography 'When the Gloves Came Off' was published in 2007. International Standard Archival Authority Record for Corporate Bodies, Persons and Families - ISAAR(CPF) 2nd edition - ICA 2004 ISBN 2-9521932-2-3 National Council on Archives, Rules for the Construction of Personal, Place and Corporate Names, 1997 Yes RAHdroberts 2/26/2014 Rachael.Fragola 3/1/2022 4bdd1910-fd16-46d4-817d-73804ee48aca