Tommy Morrison was a boxer who played a boxer MGM/YouTube Professional boxer Thomas David Morrison stars alongside Sylvester Stallone in 1990's "Rocky V" as Tommy Gunn, the aspiring young boxer . And he did. Along the way, Morrison became such a recognizable face that he was cast in Rocky V alongside Sylvester Stallone. Morrison indeed came back, but he was never the same feared fighter. He will and should be remembered as a cautionary tale: the antiMagic Johnson of the sports world, someone who chose an awful death instead of a chance at a different life. He was 44. . Its a tragic end but it produced something that demands a second look. George Bernard Shaw said, Without art, the crudeness of reality would make the world unbearable. Tommy Morrison, if nothing else, left behind what is in my mind a piece of art. 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He beat a bunch of long shots and faded stars over the next couple of years before his loss to Lewis. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. The Duke was utterly believable as big-punching white hope who conquered the boxing world and called out his ex-trainer in Stallone. Information from The Associated Press was used in this report. Morrison won his first 28 professional fights, beating faded champions such as Pinklon Thomas along the way. In the years that followed, he denied having HIV and also challenged the existence of the virus. I believe he won a toughman championship though. Childhood and youth. Tommy Morrison blameless for Sylvester Stallones Rocky V bomb, Follow experienced boxing writer Phil Jay on Twitter, Xander Zayas ready to kick on in 2023 ahead of fight return, Mexican bantamweight Gael Cabrera signs with Golden Boy, Heaney relishes Flatley rematch on March 25, Christian Mbilli vs Carlos Gongora undercard set for March 23, Training injury puts super middleweight contenders life in danger, Conor Benn shares eggsplosive fact on WBC rating reinstatement. Morrison died . He gained notoriety outside of the ring in 1989 when he starred as Tommy "The Machine" Gunn in Rocky V. In 1996, Morrison made headlines around the world as the first boxer with HIV and was banned from the sport. The undercurrent of tragedy in the film is like nothing save seeing River Phoenix stand up to Kiefer Sutherland in Stand by Me. but Sylvester Stallone couldn't take his eyes off of him and cast him as Tommy . A spokesman for his long-time promoter and friend Tony Holden's company, Holden Promotions, said: "We can confirm that Tommy Morrison passed away late on Sunday night.". Also in Rocky Balboa he's living a decent middle class life not super rich. Tommy would absolutely dominate if he were in his prime boxing today.". Championship, defeating George Foreman. The blond Adonis who had beaten the fearsome George Foreman for the heavyweight title and starred with Sylvester Stallone in Rocky V was too fit, too strong, to carry the dreaded virus. I said Rocky cant fight in the ring anymore but in the street. Morrison's license was quickly suspended by Nevada, and the ban was, in effect, upheld by every other sanctioning body. Maybe like a quick R.I.P. All the other opponents were great fighters with balls - Rocky could respect that have cordial relations with them in the years that followed, much like he did with Apollo. I think Ill do all right.. His lifestyle never changed, though, even when he stepped away from the ring. Like fine wine or Bryan Cranston, Rocky V is a film that has improved dramatically with age. Tommy had a hard time with it back then, his promoter Tony Holden told Merrill. Stallone arranged a script reading and cast Morrison in the movie Rocky V as Tommy "The Machine" Gunn, a young and talented protege of the retired Rocky Balboa. A Warner Bros. break in acting by appearing as the character Tommy "The Machine" Also and this is no small thing for a boxing film Morrison could fight. I kinda feel sorry for Tommy for not being enough mentioned nor credit given by Sly and the rest of the Rocky crew. "You prepare for things like this, and still you feel like you got hit by a truck when you hear the news.". Jackie Stallone, the mother of Hollywood actor Sylvester and one of Celebrity Big Brother's most memorable contestants, has died aged 98. Well, I guess people will see for themselves when Rocky V comes out. Stallone has never, ever, looked so fluid throwing hands. His death could have easily been due to steroid and drug abuse even if it looked similar to an AIDS death. In other words, we should consider ourselves lucky that Roger Goodell hasnt seized the film negatives and had them destroyed. OMAHA, Neb. Well, it didnt work, and it devastated me. Sherdog.com is a property of Mandatory Media, LLC, monitoring_string = "5200e30beed193e5fe31f8bccc2bdcbf". It was too dark, the Hollywood superstar told Variety Magazine in 2019. That was Tommy. (After 12 hours of Rocky, I think I was on the floor.). Morrison tested positive for HIV in 1996 before a fight with Arthur Weathers, effectively ending his boxing career. And then he started research on the Internet and started saying it was a conspiracy. He also got his break in acting by appearing as the character Tommy "The Machine" Gunn in Sylvester Stallone's 1990 Rocky V. Holden, who said he spoke with Morrison or his wife several times a week for the past year, would not comment on the cause of his death or the state of his health in recent months. (You must log in or sign up to reply here. And I saw that, and you took a kid from this height of stardom, being in movies, to the point where everyone wanted to be Morrisons friend to the point where, man, nobody wanted to be in the same room with him. But there was never any word on Tommy Gunn and that bothered me. However, Stallone was also keen to be . With only one previous acting credit two years before in They Live as an extra, Morrison would only grace screens once more. He had already run afoul of the law in 1993, when he pleaded guilty to assaulting a college student. Follow WBN: Facebook, Insta, Twitter. The collaboration with Sylvester Stallone in John G. Avildsen's Rocky V became the peak of his popularity. Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and Safety Information/Your California Privacy Rights/Children's Online Privacy Policy are applicable to you. He retired from boxing in 1996 when he tested positive for HIV.Morrison is also known for his acting career, having starred alongside Sylvester Stallone in the 1990 film Rocky V as Tommy Gunn. He also lost to Lennox Lewis in 1995, the Briton stopping him in six rounds in Atlantic City. In Sylvester Stallone's original script for Rocky 5, Rocky is killed during his brutal street fight with Tommy Gunn and dies in Adrian's arms. Morrison was in line for a high-profile bout with Lewis when he was upset by Bentt in Tulsa, Okla., not far from where Morrison was raised. He would then be fighting for his reputation until his untimely death. Before winning his only world title, Morrison shot to fame as art imitated life. I think Ill do all right.. Meanwhile, Rocky tries to improve his relationship with his son, Robert (Sage Stallone). He also dealt with weapons charges and multiple DUI incidents over the years. It was Rocky, and Gunn trading blows in a punch-up without gloves. Morrison also appeared as "Tommy Gunn" alongside movie star Sylvester Stallone in Rocky V in 1990. His most recent book is Game Over: How Politics Has Turned the Sports World Upside Down. Floyd Mayweather goes from selling 4.7m to failing on 20 thousand, 5 Best Boxing Matches for Betting in 2023, Womens title bout added to Rakhimov vs Cordina in Wales, Zhilei Zhang warns Joe Joyce of Chinese Power heading his way, Full Lyndon Arthur vs Braian Suarez undercard set, Vargas stops Banquez; Bravo vs Valtierra ends in no-contest, Marques Valle, Otha Jones III, and Joseph Hicks score triumphs. #4. He also dealt with weapons charges and multiple DUI incidents over the years. It involves the legendary Burgess Meredith clearly close to shedding his mortal coil, as Mickey, giving Rocky advice from beyond the grave. The blonde Adonis who had beaten the fearsome George Foreman for the heavyweight title and starred with Sylvester Stallone in "Rocky V" was too fit, too strong, to carry the dreaded . ). "You have to look at who he was fighting in the '90s, the guys in that division were Tyson, Lennox Lewis, Riddick Bowe, Ray Mercer, George Foreman. Morrison said at a news conference he'd never fight again, blaming his plight on a "permissive, fast and reckless lifestyle.''. Carl weathers (apollo) and stallone began feuding after weathers demanded too much money to appear in six, but had always said he was tougher than stallone, when asked to rank the toughest guys in the movies stallone said "tommy morrison, dolph lundgren, myself, mr t, burgess meredith, talia shire, my son, then carl weathers". Tommy "The Duke" Morrison (January 2, 1969 - September 1, 2013) was an American professional boxer who competed from 1988 to 2008, and held the WBO heavyweight title in 1993. CBS RADIO and EYE Logo TM and Copyright 2013 CBS Broadcasting Inc. Used under license. Sylvester Gardenzio Stallone (/ s t l o n /; born July 6, 1946) is an American actor and filmmaker.After his beginnings as a struggling actor for a number of years upon arriving to New York City in 1969 and later Hollywood in 1974, he won his first critical acclaim as an actor for his co-starring role as Stanley Rosiello in The Lords of Flatbush. Morrison won the WBO title by outpointing George Foreman in 1993. Morrison said at a news conference he'd never fight again, blaming his plight on a "permissive, fast and reckless lifestyle.". Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Follow WBN: Facebook, Insta, Twitter. There are a million fighters out there who would kill to be in my position. Along with numerous legal issues, including a prison sentence that stemmed from weapons and drunk driving, Morrison's name became attached to headlines that would eventually overshadow his work in the ring. Mr T asked for too much money apparently, so the role was scaled down and given to Tyson instead. The cause of his death is currently unknown and may be a cause of contention for quite some time. Interest-Based Ads. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Filed Under: In Memoriam, Sylvester Stallone, Obituary. Morrison fought twice more in his career, winning once in West Virginia and for the final time in Mexico. Tommy Morrison most definitely hit harder than Mike Tyson. To the films credit, the climactic showdown between Rocky and Tommy Gunn isnt in a ring, but behind a bar. Along with the stinging defeat, Morrison saw a potential $7.5 million payday for a title unification fight against Lewis wash away. Did Stallone ever say anything about Morrison's death? It was too dark, the Hollywood superstar told Variety Magazine in 2019. 2023 Cable News Network. The low camp involves seeing child actor Kevin Connolly, who would go on to play Eric on Entourage, first bullying and then getting his ass kicked by Rockys bookish kid. If you've ever seen Mr. T's boxing match with Roddy Piper, which was staged, you can see T doesn't have the faintest idea what to do in a boxing ring. . Morrison's longtime promoter, Tony Holden, said Morrison died at 11:50 p.m. with his wife, Trisha, beside him. ESPN compiled a profile of the late Tommy Morrison for their 30 for 30 documentary.Dubbed Tommy, the documentary will focus on the heavyweight boxing champion most famous for his role in Rocky V. Heavyweight boxing champion, Tommy Morrison had a compelling rise to stardom pushed by his starring role in opposite Sylvester Stallone in Rocky V.But then came the tragic fall which ended with his death. Other than sparring with Paulie in a parking lot, we have never really seen Rocky in his natural habitat and it is revelatory. I know I can. I don't doubt that Dolph was tough being a European karate champion, but I really doubt T had more skill in the ring than Carl Weathers. The family would not disclose the cause of death. Morrison had tested positive for the HIV virus. Can I act? Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. 1 at 126 pounds, Nery solidifies spots at 122. Follow experienced boxing writer Phil Jay on Twitter @PhilJWBN. But, at the same time, I dont think I have or will be given anything Im not capable of earning. One of the 100 darkest moments in pop culture series. All Rights Reserved. Morrison . Well, it didnt work, and it devastated me. That was 1990, so for almost 15 years, I was pretty well cooked.. It strives to capture the original film's spirit, but it falls . In 1993, Morrison beat George Foreman to win the WBO heavyweight title, only to lose it to unheralded Michael Bentt in a defeat that scuttled a showdown with Lennox Lewis. "It's one of those situations you have to live with and learn from it. Morrison went on to say that he didnt in fact have HIV. The problem is Tommy (Gunn, not Morrison) was a dick. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. OMAHA, Neb. . Tommy Morrison, a former heavyweight boxing champion who starred in the Rocky V film, died, his former promoter told CNN. It seemed impossible. All rights reserved. Part of the When It Was Cool Podcast Network from WhenItWasCool.com and hosted by DragonKingKarl (Karl Stern). He finished with a record of 48-3-1 with 42 knockouts. Morrison protested and denied having HIV or AIDS up to his death at It extended into the recent Creed franchise, which stars Michael B. Jordan in the lead role of Adonis Creed . On September 1, 2013, Tommy Morrison died of non-communicable disease. He would then be fighting for his reputation until his untimely death. I witnessed it. This is a film ahead of its time. But I feel pretty good about it. Who Was Missing From Taylor Swifts Miami Squad? , bloodthirsty race driver named "Machine Gun Joe Viterbo" in the Roger Corman-produced Death Race 2000 (1975). Tommy David Morrison was born on January 2, 1969, in Gravette, Arkansas. The larger-than-life character, who was known as an . At the time of his death, . Other light moments arrive with Burt Youngs Pauly mangling the language in ways that would make a different Paulie jealous, like explaining to a confused Rocky that cojones is Latin for Spanish nuts. Then for the massive demographic of feminist Rocky fans, we get to see Adrian finally not be lame. Morrison . Los Angeles CNN . I know I can. Tyson was a combination guy, where Morrison had the propensity to turn your lights out with one shot from either hand, though his left hook was his bread and butter. The boy's mother, Diana, had Native American roots, and the father came from Scotland. It all comes down to this: Can I fight? Last updated on 2 September 20132 September 2013.From the section Boxing. He was 44. Trisha Morrison, who married Morrison in 2011, picked up that fight, and in a recent interview with ESPN.com insisted that Morrison had Guillain-Barre Syndrome, not HIV. I recall reading this too. He was 44. Published Sept. 2, 2013. tweet? Tommy Morrison also got a There's no one with that talent today. With only one previous acting credit two years before in They Live as an extra, Morrison would only grace screens once more. I take Clubber Lang over all of them thank you very much. Tommy Morrison also got a break in acting by appearing as the character Tommy "The Machine" Gunn in Sylvester Stallone's 1990 Rocky V movie. This is a Rocky whose mental incapacitation leads him to bouts of grandiosity and temper tantrums, leaving him a hero in his old hood but a stranger to his 12-year-old son. On claiming the role, Morrison said in 1990: I understand Im being presented with an opportunity that comes along once in a lifetime. But Tommy Morrison's lifestyle caused his star to tumble and a failed HIV test effectively ended his boxing career despite the fact that Morrison protested and denied having HIV or AIDS up to his death at age of 44 in 2013. It erupts every time you see 12-year-old Sage Stallone, who died last year at the age of 36, playing a character trying to escape his fathers shadow. A little off topic but according to these records, Tommy had HIV back in 88/89. The former world heavyweight champion remains sorely missed nine years and more after his tragic passing at the age of 44. He was finally sentenced to two years in prison in 2000, and another year was added to his sentence in 2002 for violating parole. ), First published on September 2, 2013 / 12:19 PM. Boxer Tommy Morrison dead at 44: Was featured opposite Sylvester Stallone in 'Rocky V' and had boxing career ruined by HIV-positive status Boxer Tommy Morrison, a former heavyweight champion who was featured opposite Sylvester Stallone in the 1990 sequel Rocky V, and who made headlines after it was revealed that he was HIV-positive, died. Sylvester Stallone Death Hoax Dismissed Since Actor Is 'Alive And Well'. Women's boxing pound-for-pound rankings: Did Baumgardner do enough to overtake Serrano? Former WBO heavyweight champion Tommy Morrison died in an Omaha, Neb., hospital late Sunday night. Wasn't it explained that Rocky was embarrassed by that street fight with Tommy? Please enter valid email address to continue. Tommy Morrison could act and was not to blame for the failure of Rocky V. It was only surprising that he didnt work more before his career was taken away. Former WBO heavyweight champion Tommy Morrison has died at the age of 44 after a lengthy battle with illness. His career reached its apex in the summer of 1993 with a unanimous decision over Foreman, then in the midst of his comeback, to claim a vacant title. That would mean he fought for numerous years, basically his whole pro career, with HIV, https://www.scribd.com/document/318891336/Tommy-Morrison-Psychiatrist-Letter, https://www.scribd.com/document/318892815/Dawn-Brady-Deposition-Excerpt-04-21-16. 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Morrison's license was quickly suspended in 1996 by Nevada after his positive HIV test, and the ban was, in effect, upheld by every other sanctioning body. Tommy Morrison, who hailed from Jay, scored a prominent role in the "Rocky V" movie with Sylvester Stallone and soared to the top of the world heavyweight boxing ranks in 1993, died on Sunday . Morrison played the character Tommy "Machine" Gunn in "Rocky V," made in 1990. A 1996 TV appearance in Cybill was the last time Morrison would be seen in a thespian capacity. Stallone noticed the young undefeated boxer and invited him to a script reading. Duke says, Hit me and Ill sue. Rocky then punches him into next week: Sue me for what? Its a statement that he is finally comfortable in his own skin. It was a false positive, a government conspiracy, anything but what it actually was. Featured. 2. On claiming the role, Morrison said in 1990: I understand Im being presented with an opportunity that comes along once in a lifetime. He passed medical tests in Arizona even as Nevada stood by its decision and returned to the ring. Embed from Getty Images Young Tommy Morrison Tommy Morrison made a name for himself in the ring, defeating the likes of George Foreman and Razor Ruddock. Upon rewatching, its impossible to not look at Morrison and wish he had gotten that message. Morrison's lifestyle caused his star to tumble and a failed HIV But for all intents and purposes, he died of denial. There are a million fighters out there who would kill to be in my position. Weathers actually looked like he knew what he was doing in the ring and moved pretty well. 5:07 PM EDT, Mon September 2, 2013. Tommy "The Duke" Morrison was a rising boxing star in the late 1980s into the early 1990s who famously held a version of the World Boxing Organization (WBO) title by defeating George Foreman. And he did. . Tommy Morrison died Sunday night of an undisclosed illness. After Tommy Gunn has been dispatched, Rocky walks up to the nefarious George Washington Duke, violence in his eyes. He was 44. I said Rocky cant fight in the ring anymore but in the street. Tommy Morrison also got a break in acting by appearing as the character Tommy "The Machine" Gunn in Sylvester Stallone's 1990 Rocky V movie. Now when she tells Rocky not to fight, she isnt just the least-inspiring archetype in film history, but someone who actually understands that poverty and family beat wealth and brain damage any day. September 2, 2013 / 12:19 PM Its such a waste; in Rocky V, you see it. So when he fights Tommy Morrison in the movie, Rocky says, I cant beat you in the ring, but Ill beat you in the street.. Tommy "The Duke" Morrison was a rising boxing star in the late 1980s into the early 1990s who famously held a version of the World Boxing Championship, defeating George Foreman. Duke" Morrison was a rising boxing star in the late 1980s into the ", You May Also Be Interested In These Stories, (TM and Copyright 2013 CBS Radio Inc. and its relevant subsidiaries. The former WBO champion was a classic puncher and in Rocky V he throws hands in the ring like hes trying to knock down the walls of heaven. Dolph Lundgren looks like a ham-and-egger compared to Morrison; Mr. T, a WWE sideshow. Sage Stallone was born in Los Angeles, California, the elder son and first child of Sasha Czack and actor Sylvester Stallone.He was the brother of Seargeoh "Seth" Stallone, and half-brother of Sophia, Sistine, and Scarlet Stallone.He was the nephew of actor and singer Frank Stallone, and grandson of Jackie Stallone.His stepmother was model and entrepreneur Jennifer Flavin. TommyMorrison, the former heavyweight champion who stood toe-to-toe with Lennox Lewis and George Foreman and later tested positive for HIV, died Monday. Tommy Morrison also got a break in acting by appearing as the character Tommy "The Machine" Gunn in Sylvester Stallone's 1990 Rocky V movie. . All Rights Reserved. Morrison tested positive for HIV in a test conducted by the Nevada State Athletic Commission in 1996, bringing an end to his top-level career. Discussion in 'Boxing Discussion' started by Prestige Crane, Aug 1, 2007. By February, Morrison had tested positive for HIV. That was 1990, so for almost 15 years, I was pretty well cooked.. Checking in at a Police Academy 2esque 27 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, I would defy someone to watch it two decades after its release and not feel the rush of high drama, low camp, and tragic realism that courses through the film. Every Rocky had been more successful than the last, and then it just plummeted. But rewatching it today, theres one presence in the film who unites the high drama, low camp, and tragic undercurrent: boxer Tommy Morrison, making his debut as up-and-coming fighter Tommy Machine Gunn. I don't see why Rocky would want to associate with him again after his treachery in 5. He later claimed the test was a 'false positive', and returned to the ring for a short comeback in 2007. Tommy "The Duke" Morrison was a rising boxing star in the late 1980s into the early 1990s who famously held a version of the World Boxing Championship, defeating George Foreman. In 1993, Morrison beat Foreman to win the WBO heavyweight title, only to lose it to unheralded Michael Bentt in a defeat that scuttled a showdown with Lewis. - Tommy Morrison, the former heavyweight champion who stood toe-to-toe with Lennox Lewis and George Foreman and later tested positive for HIV, died Monday. We always ended up friends. Rocky V sits at the bottom of all of the movies with 31% on both the Tomato-meter and the audience score. But Tommy Morrison's . It was far removed from Rocky I, II, III, and IV, where Stallone played the hero and won battles inside the ropes. It was far removed from Rocky I, II, III, and IV, where Stallone played the hero and won battles inside the ropes. He was 44. Gunn is pure hunger, and after Rocky takes him under his wing, he is easily swayed by the manipulations of Don King stand-in George Washington Duke (played with gusto by classic movie that guy Richard Gant). Early life. He'd been preparing for another fight that winter when his blood test came back positive for the virus that causes AIDs. Updated He appeared opposite Sylvester Stallone in the 1990 film Rocky V as fighter Tommy "Machine" Gunn. 2013 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. He also got his break in acting by appearing as the character Tommy "The Machine" Gunn in Sylvester Stallone's 1990 Rocky V. But, Morrison's lifestyle caused his star to tumble and a failed HIV . Morrison played the character Tommy Machine Gunn in Rocky V, made in 1990. Well, I guess people will see for themselves when Rocky V comes out. Morrison won the WBO title by outpointing George Foreman in 1993. giving Rocky advice from beyond the grave, Game Over: How Politics Has Turned the Sports World Upside Down, We Went There: DeAndre Jordan Night in Los Angeles, 'Jalen and Jacoby': DeMarcus Cousins, the Thunder, and More, The Tao of Dabo: How to Appreciate Clemson's Coach, Bullock and Thornton Cant Save Our Brand Is Crisis, 50 Scenes That Do Not Appear in the Fox X-Files Revival, In Praise of Beach Slang, 2015s Most Sincere Rock Band. Top of the IWC Hit List. Before winning his only world title, Morrison shot to fame as art imitated life. April 13, 2020. 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