Inspiration And Expert Advice: Famous People

James “Buster” Douglas - Heavyweight Boxer
DOB: April 7, 1960
Diabetes Type:  Type 1

Bio: James “Buster” Douglas, famous heavyweight boxer, will forever go down in history for beating the Heavyweight Champion Mike Tyson in 10 rounds.  Douglas was born in Columbus, Ohio where he lived and grew up.  He started boxing when he was in his twenties.  Douglas truly gave the world something to talk about when the underdog took the victory on that February day back in 1990.

After his success Douglas began to stop his training in boxing. He began to gain weight and did little exercise. It was only after a death scare due to his diabetes that Douglas worked to get himself back into shape. He started training again and reclaimed the business of boxing.