Real name Giuseppe LaMotta Nationality American Total fights 39 Name Joey LaMotta Died December 29, 1991 Siblings Jake LaMotta | Stance Orthodox Wins 32 Martial art Boxing | |
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Nephews Joseph LaMotta, Jake LaMotta, Jr. Nieces Stephanie LaMotta, Christi LaMotta Similar People Jake LaMotta, Vikki LaMotta, Cathy Moriarty, Sugar Ray Robinson | ||
Giuseppe "Joey" LaMotta (born April 27, 1925 – December 29, 1991) was the brother and one time manager of former world middleweight boxing champion, Jake LaMotta. LaMotta was portrayed by Joe Pesci in Raging Bull, the 1980 film that portrayed his brother's turbulent life and career. LaMotta also boxed for a short time in 1945 and 1946. His record was 32 wins (22 KOs), 5 losses (1 KO), and 2 Draws. His son, John LaMotta, fought in the heavyweight-novice class of the 2001 Golden Gloves championship tournament.
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