BOXER

Robert Wells

1961 - 2025

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Robert William Wells (15 May 1961 – 5 September 2025), also known as Bobby Wells, was a British boxer. He won the super heavyweight bronze medal at the 1984 Summer Olympics. Wells was born in London, the son of boxer Billy Wells, a competitor at the 1968 Summer Olympics. He turned pro two years later but had limited success. Read more on Wikipedia

His biography is available in 15 different languages on Wikipedia. Robert Wells is the 271st most popular boxer, the 6,414th most popular biography from United Kingdom and the 18th most popular British Boxer.

Robert Wells was an English boxer known for his achievements in the ring during the 1980s and 1990s, particularly in the lightweight and welterweight divisions. He gained recognition for his skill and determination, contributing to his reputation in British boxing history.

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Among people born in 1961, Robert Wells ranks 758. Before him are Aleš Debeljak, Tapio Korjus, José Anigo, Mark McKoy, Maria Filatova, Bram Moolenaar, Rainer Ernst, Jasper Fforde, and Gintaras Krapikas. After him are Kim Jin-ho, Salahdine Hmied, and Ismail Ould Bedde Ould Cheikh Sidiya. Among people deceased in 2025, Robert Wells ranks 453. Before him are Felicia Țilea-Moldovan, Nora Aunor, B. Saroja Devi, Muhsin Hendricks, Brent Hinds, and Verónica Echegui. After him are Martha Layne Collins, Denis Lathoud, Salwan Momika, Junior Bridgeman, Dragan Labović, and Jonathan Joss.

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In United Kingdom

Among people born in United Kingdom, Robert Wells ranks 6,416 out of 8,785. Before him are Jasper Fforde (1961), John Simm (1970), Peter Reid (1956), Garth Ennis (1970), Paul Eddington (1927), and Bill Forsyth (1946). After him are Elkie Brooks (1945), Alistair Darling (1953), Paul Lambert (1969), Syd Owen (1922), Hugh Grosvenor, 7th Duke of Westminster (1991), and Mel Charles (1935).

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Among BOXERS In United Kingdom

Among boxers born in United Kingdom, Robert Wells ranks 18. Before him are Amir Khan (1986), Albert Ireton (1879), Alan Minter (1951), Frank Bruno (1961), Joe Joyce (1985), and David Haye (1980). After him are Luke Campbell (1987), Benjamin Whittaker (1997), Joe Calzaghe (1972), Chris Eubank (1966), Ricky Hatton (1978), and Danny Williams (1973).

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