| Joey LaMotta | |
|---|---|
| Statistics | |
| Real name | Giuseppe LaMotta |
| Rated at | Middleweight |
| Nationality | American |
| Born | 27 April 1925 Bronx, New York |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 39 |
| Wins | 32 |
| Wins by KO | 22 |
| Losses | 5 |
| Draws | 2 |
| No contests | 0 |
Giuseppe "Joey" LaMotta (born April 27, 1925) is the brother and one time manager of former world middleweight boxing champion, Jake LaMotta. LaMotta was played 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. LaMotta currently lives in Florida. His son, John LaMotta, fought in the heavyweight-novice class of the 2001 Golden Gloves championship tournament.[1]