Alex Hilton's Legacy: Boxer's Rise & Fall

0:00Former boxer Alex Hilton passed away at 61. His brother Jimmy shared on Facebook this week. He went peacefully in his sleep, leaving behind a legacy that started strong in the ring. At just 18, Hilton grabbed the vacant Canadian Middle Way title back in December 1983, beating Ralph Hollett in a standout. Fight. That quick rise put him on the map early in his career. But he dropped the belt the next year, in January 1985, after missing the deadline for defense. Jimmy's post captured the family's raw grief, calling Alex a pillar of kindness and loyalty. Hilton faced some legal troubles through the 1980s, which marked tougher times outside the square circle. Those challenges shaped the life full of highs and lows. History reminds us how talent can shine bright. Even amid the struggles, rest in power, Alex. You've been listening to Canada News today, AI-powered local news.