Gellman, Charlie

An outstanding club fighter in the 1930s, Gellman earned a Master's and Ph.D. He became President of the Long Island Jewish Memorial Hospital in New York, where many boxers were treated, including Hall of Famer Mickey Walker. Charlie also serves as Chairman of the Board of Veteran Boxing Association's Ring 8.

Birth and Death Dates:
unknown

Career Highlights:
Gellman fought professionally as a middleweight from 1935-1940, compiling a superb record -- he won 60 of 65 career decisions.

Origin:
New Jersey

Career Statistics:
Professional record:
Wins: 60 (22 by knockout)
Losses: 5

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References:
When Boxing Was A Jewish Sport, by Allan Bodner (Connecticut: Praeger, 1997)