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Boxing Legend Dwight Qawi Passes Away at 67
8/4/2025
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Story summary
- Dwight Muhammad Qawi, a legendary boxer from South Jersey, has sadly passed away. Originally known as Dwight Braxton, he rose to fame as the area's first boxing icon, achieving world champion status despite starting late. Qawi faced off against boxing greats like Michael Spinks and Evander Holyfield before dedicating his life to helping others as a drug and alcohol counselor.
