Thursday, October 4, 2012

Orlando Cruz Becomes First Openly Gay Boxer In History


Orlando Cruz, former Olympian and the World Boxing Federation’s number four ranked Featherweight, has punched his way out of the closet.

“I’ve been fighting for more than 24 years and as I continue my ascendant career, I want to be true to myself,” said Cruz.  “I want to try to be the best role model I can be for kids who might look into boxing as a sport and a professional career.  I have and will always be a proud Puerto Rican.  I have always been and always will be a proud gay man.”  Full story here!


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