Art Aragon Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
ART ARAGON
Born: November 13, 1927 in Belen, New Mexico
Died: March 25, 2008 in Northridge, California
Art Aragon, born on November 13, 1927, in Belen, New Mexico, was an American professional boxer known for his charismatic personality and flair inside and outside the ring. Nicknamed the "Golden Boy," Aragon was a prominent figure in the boxing world during the 1940s and 1950s.
Aragon began his professional boxing career in 1944. He quickly gained a reputation for his aggressive fighting style and showmanship, which made him a fan favorite. Over his career, he fought in the lightweight and welterweight divisions, facing off against some of the most notable boxers of his era. One of Aragon's significant bouts was against Jimmy Carter for the lightweight title in 1951. Although he did not win the title, this fight elevated his status and showcased his skills on a national level. Aragon's boxing career was marked by several high-profile fights, and he became known for his ability to draw large crowds to his matches. Throughout his career, Aragon fought in over 90 professional bouts, winning a majority of them. His fights were often thrilling and entertaining, contributing to the popularity of the sport during the 1950s.
Apart from his achievements in the ring, Aragon was also known for his colorful personality. He was a fixture in the Hollywood social scene and appeared in a few films, further adding to his celebrity status. His charisma and flamboyant lifestyle kept him in the public eye, making him one of the more recognizable figures in boxing during his active years.
Aragon began his professional boxing career in 1944. He quickly gained a reputation for his aggressive fighting style and showmanship, which made him a fan favorite. Over his career, he fought in the lightweight and welterweight divisions, facing off against some of the most notable boxers of his era. One of Aragon's significant bouts was against Jimmy Carter for the lightweight title in 1951. Although he did not win the title, this fight elevated his status and showcased his skills on a national level. Aragon's boxing career was marked by several high-profile fights, and he became known for his ability to draw large crowds to his matches. Throughout his career, Aragon fought in over 90 professional bouts, winning a majority of them. His fights were often thrilling and entertaining, contributing to the popularity of the sport during the 1950s.
Apart from his achievements in the ring, Aragon was also known for his colorful personality. He was a fixture in the Hollywood social scene and appeared in a few films, further adding to his celebrity status. His charisma and flamboyant lifestyle kept him in the public eye, making him one of the more recognizable figures in boxing during his active years.
1979-Barnaby-Jones (Performer), 1976-Joe-Forrester (Performer), 1976-Ellery-Queen (Performer), 1971-Dan-August (Performer), 1961-The-Ladies-Man (Performer), 1958-Whirlybirds (Performer), 1955-To-Hell-and-Back (Performer), 1953-Off-Limits (Performer), 2005-The-Distance (in person), 1980-Angel-on-My-Shoulder (Performer), 1961-General-Electric-Theater (Performer), 1972-Mod-Squad (Performer), 1975-Baretta (Performer), 1975-Movin'-On (Performer), 1954-Dragnet (Performer), 1979-Quincy-M.E. (Performer), 1974-1976-Police-Story (Performer), 1972-Fat-City (Performer), 1960-Make-Room-for-Daddy (Performer), 1956-World-in-My-Corner (Performer), 1955-So-This-Is-Hollywood (Performer), 1955-1956-December-Bride (in person), 1952-The-Ring (in person)
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ART "GOLDEN BOY" ARAGON - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 342236Autograph note signed by Art Aragon, boxing's "Golden Boy," reads: "To My Friend/Elizabeth/"Golden Boy"/Art Aragon", in blue ink. Aragon was a popular contender in the 1950s Lightweight and Welterweight divisions, with a professional record of 87-18-6.
Sale Price $105.00
$120.00
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ART "GOLDEN BOY" ARAGON - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 222059Photograph of Art Aragon in a boxing stance, signed "Art/'Golden Boy'/Aragon". Displaying him in front of a training sign, this image highlights his popularity as a contender in the Lightweight and Welterweight divisions during the 1950s.
Sale Price $135.00
$160.00
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ART "GOLDEN BOY" ARAGON - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 222060Photograph signed "Art Aragon" shows Aragon in a fighting stance. Aragon, known as boxing's "Golden Boy," was a popular contender in the Lightweight and Welterweight divisions during the 1950s, with a professional record of 87-18-6.
Price: $160.00
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TONY ZALE - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED POSTER WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 85816Round card signed by 23 boxing greats from the now-demolished Frontier Hotel in Las Vegas, including "Sig Sakowicz," "Mike DeJohn," "Joey Maxim," and others. Signed during a charity boxing tournament in the 1970s or early 1980s.
Sale Price $595.00
$700.00