Like the rest of the boxing world, top trainer Kevin Cunningham is mourning the loss of former world champion and Olympic gold medalist Leon Spinks. He lost his battle against prostrate cancer and other cancers on February 5th at the age of 67.
Former world heavyweight champion Leon Spinks Jr. lost his five-year battle with prostate and other cancers, at the age of 67 on Friday, Feb. 5 at 8:15 PM. At the time of his passing his wife Brenda Glur Spinks was by his side. Due to COVID restrictions, only a few close friends and other family were present. Leon fought his battle with numerous illnesses resiliently, never losing his trademark smile.