Thomas "Hitman" Hearns Interview

[@troutaholic8834]

One of the greatest boxers ever. An even better person. I miss that generation. I’m 65 and the world today is unrecognizable to me.

[@tmise50]

The motor city cobra……one of the greatest of ALL time!!

[@robash5474]

Thomas Hearns, one of the real good guys of boxing. Over 40 years of fame lot of KOs and World Championships but no scandals or embarrassing behavior.

[@justinramsey5398]

Facts

[@mjp96]

but he was a hitman

[@yoojin-oi8ij]

@@mjp96.... "THE" Hitman !

[@elderkenya4488]

When I was a manager at McDonald's on West 8 Mile and Lahser,I used to see Tommy Hearns a lot,we talked many times and i even got his autograph, he's very down to Earth and very humble,a great Motor City Legend.

[@wildcolonialman]

Remarkable man, fabulous boxing, fabulous bouts, fabulous memories, the Hitman truly a Boxing Legend.

[@steveorules3972]

Hearns, Leonard, Hagler, Duran, Benitiz, Barkley, just an amazing time in the lighter weights. Everyone fought without the drama a b.s. today. Given the choice I'd rather relive that generation. Absolute legend is Tommy Hearns👊

[@tomwittner1490]

Yeah, that was hot era.

[@jerometrailer4121]

I first met Tommy at La Benski’s Mens Wear at 311 Gratiot in downtown Detroit, he was a friend of my uncles... he was always a very humble guy!!! He never had to boast, you heard him loud and clear once he entered the ring!!!!...you’re a true champ Tommy, you did Detroit proud!!!!!!

[@obi-potobi790]

Nice

[@tomwittner1490]

There are people calling him '3rd Round'. LOL

[@serenityinside1]

👍

[@musawi6801]

Is your uncle named Gary?

[@blackholestudios9284]

That's freakin awesome bro. He's in my top five favorite boxers of all time

[@thomaskelly8571]

The 1round between Hagler and Hearns where they exchanged haymakers was the best round I have ever seen. Well deserved honor Mr. Hearns.

[@normancook965]

With his shoulders, he looks like a retired offensive lineman. Amazing to think he'd fought at 148 lbs for much of his career.

[@goofynigga8456]

U ain't lying this man was ripped in his days and he 6'2 or 6'3.

[@normancook965]

@Wesley Ellis Thanks. Hearns was a legend - humble in victory and proud in defeat.

[@H.K.5]

He was always a naturally skinny guy in his prime tbf

[@lloydkline1518]

Hitman

[@calebhu6383]

@@H.K.5 Lanky with broad shoulders, one of the most dangerous builds for combat.

[@ExMachina70]

Humble and respectful. I love this generation.

[@stringtheoryguitars4952]

Very rarely do you see a FLAWLESS performance in boxing, but Hearns was literal perfection against my hero, Roberto Duran. Love and respect from Panama.

[@alri933]

Me suscribo a tu respuesta. Soy srgentino y me fasscinaba la Cobra, pero mi idolo siempre fue Mano de Piedra Duran!!

[@miamicaneno1]

Thomas is a class act as a person and a boxer. He never got his due. Thanks for the memory’s tommy. Be safe bro

[@andyorr1304]

Tommy, you make me proud to be a Detroit kid. Thanks dude.

[@allensphatt8931]

One of the greatest of all time Tommy the hit man Hearns loved to watch him fight!

[@58dja]

I watched every fight over your whole career. You are definitely an exceptional Human being and an excellent boxer. Thanx for all the years of excellence and it's great to hear about your respect for Marvin Hagler and all the other men you fought. David from Canada.

[@andrewhallgate9736]

The Hitman Thomas Hearns ...nuff said big respect Tommy 👊

[@benstewart9701]

HITMAN, YOUR HARD WORK , EFFORT , THE WAY YOU FOUGHT, YOU SHOWED US SO MUCH , IN THE ART OF BOXING THANKS FOR EVERYTHING YOU GAVE TO OUR SPORT WE ALL LOVE, A LEGEND WHO WILL ALWAYS RING THE LOUDEST BELLS IN ONE OF THE GREATEST ERAS OF BOXING .

[@isaacvaldezvaldez3626]

This is the best interview I ever heard So Respectful Why Can't People Learn From this

[@lordburlap4514]

Tommy can still give you that stare of his......until he smiles.......one of the greats, no doubt.

[@herbiemac100]

Thomas Hearns has real class as a fighter and as a man. That’s a real Champion.

[@roberthatch5031]

Thank you very much Thomas for the wonderful memories, I always talk you up, always put my money on you always enjoyed that powerful right hand truly a legend by far my favorite boxer and a Class Act. Very humble, that's when boxing was real. Rest in peace Marvelous Marvin Hagler.

[@Jj-ty7qh]

True warrior and gladiator. One of the all time GOATS. Defo on Rushmore

[@5trezip23]

It's kinda surprising what a down to earth and nice guy he is with the way he destroyed opponents.

[@jefflane7602]

He is THE MAN never danced around he went out and fought. As far as sugar goes. He walked away with title 1st fight, draw 2nd fight but both fights got his ass kicked.The Hit MAN will always be the man of boxing!!!!!!

[@johnvita5510]

I love TH great man and fighter

[@lloydkline1518]

❤Tommy hearn too; invincible in his boxing prime

[@nicolasfranco4343]

Motorcity Cobra, I grew up watching you fight! what a privilege. Legend!

[@olumuyiwakusimo2184]

I'm very happy to see 👀 Tommy looks more Herns and handsome. God bless you more the "Hitman" of boxing 🙏.

[@jonathanperry6302]

I met him twice. Signed my autograph the first time. He is a very humble and down to earth man. Much respect to him.

[@joelopez843]

No doubt, the best era in the welter & middle weight divisions ever. The BEST fighting the BEST, no excuses, no circus, just a handshake and we'll see you in the ring. I saw Tommy Hearns at the Olympia Stadium in Detroit, just before he made a big name for himself, when he was knocking everyone out with thunder and lightning. An elite boxer puncher. Always a classy fighter !

[@MrDallman]

What a Legend, what a man, what a fighter …enough said…….God bless you TH.

[@williamsumner650]

The hitman was one of the very best of his era. Great courage and class.

[@monkeyb1820]

pretty much all of his fights are a joy to watch. He came to fight, not hug, clinch, run, dance, etc.

[@tricia3114]

The hit man never backed down.. always went for the win.. huge respect…..

[@chowchow1850]

All respect to HOF GOAT Tommy - thankyou for all the great fights! Good health to you!

[@buddycook223]

Tommy is a true champion boxer and a gentleman Long live t

[@garyb4196]

This man was scary!!!top class fighter 👍

[@thejamnasium6447]

Legend. Champ. All time great. That flicker jab was art.

[@MrNickazoid]

They call it painting like in painting a picture

[@MarleneWalker-su8ku]

His speech is a little slurred but the content of his replies are sharp and intelligent, hope he stays healthy and has a great retirement because the motor city cobra definitely definitely deserves his props.Big up Thomas Hearns.

[@LittleRapGuy]

Hearns made the best fights to watch....

[@carlingram9722]

Those eyes,super boxer loved watching the big 4 go at it as a kid🥊

[@leroyvassell4395]

What a geniune legend! Love you Tommy. I wish you great health and prosperity for the rest of your life.

[@thinkofitthisway7804]

Tommy's father was a transient worker, moving from state to state. While working down south, he heard Tommy was about to start boxing as a 13-year-old. Father drove all the way back to Detroit to tell Tommy in no uncertain terms that he did not want him boxing. Tommy did not listen (probably told his father that he would follow his advice), and the rest is history.

[@raviselliah2027]

Sheer class! Inside and outside the ring!

[@siriosstar4789]

The Hitman was from an era when boxing was exciting . With hearts you knew it was going to be a slugfest and not a dance contest .

[@rodwilliam3890]

What a legend you are tommy. I loved watching you fight especially when you fought ray

[@franzfreiheit32]

just an adorable boxer and man - a real man!!!!! greatings from Austria!

[@robertwilson3755]

Supreme boxing man 👍👍

[@kevinbrennan-ji1so]

One of the most devastating punchers in the history of boxing (the secret was those powerful shoulders of his). Love the respect that he pays Marvin. You can tell he hates that he lost the fight, but he admits to losing to 'a great man'. Well done Thomas.

[@francksol]

Bravo bravo bravo bravo Mr Hearns , pour votre magnifique carriere .

[@annibaledelre8208]

Hears aveva il pugno più devastante della sua categoria, non ho mai più visto un destro come il suo!

[@mkb3580]

70s 80s and early 90s best fights and best boxers ever to exist…hasn’t been the same caliber since!

[@MrNickazoid]

Agreed

[@onlygazza]

What an amazing spectacle he used to put on, all in all the time ✊

[@josephpetrizzo3524]

My man tommy Hitman Hearns, kronk man Emanuel Stewart's boy he taught him well he had a great Right hand a Devastating Right hand it'll knock you into next year. 🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊

[@KinyuaMugambi]

I liked his style of boxing, it was very entertaining!!

[@rollotomassi6374]

Always a favorite of mine….Tommy Hitman Hearns……loved watching him fight…..

[@carlosleal5910]

One of the greatest, Tommy the Hitman Hearns Greetings from Iquitos, Perú.

[@joseluiszazuetaduenas6512]

Big big big mr Tommy Hearns forever. Live history of boxing. Yeah!

[@steveorules3972]

Tommy still rocking the Hitman stare..Legend.

[@williamsullivan1474]

Hearns was a truly great fighter. That destruction of Duran was absolutely beautiful.

[@prentisth8312]

This when boxing dominated the sports world, I miss those days

[@MrNickazoid]

The world would stop to watch

[@anthonypope32]

True fighter at heart.... My dude wanted to fight again when interviewer mentioned hagler fight lmao.... Im pissed off right now My guy!!!😂😂😂😂

[@paolorinaldi5922]

Pugile fantastico...uno dei più grandi

[@joespitler3929]

I felt so bad for Hearns in the 1st Leonard fight. He was dominating that fight till he ran outta gas.

[@mikemckenna4023]

Wasn't dominating but was winning. Remember Leonard had Hearns hurt in middle rd . Ray knew from there he would get him later. Dundee told Leonard he was blowing it and Ray responded Tommy had no chance then ! Tommy definitely won 2nd fight which they called a draw.

[@2pacinseattle]

Ended his career? I don't know what you're talking about, Hearns went on to win more titles after that loss. You're mistaken.

[@donnyaldridge6452]

Wow watch his new interviews he has really went down since 2012..

[@wainerollins2587]

I really miss Tommy Hearns. What a tremendous fighter he was.

[@danielwhirley6779]

Tough Detroit boy. New how to kick that was. Was my favorite next to marvelous MARVIN RIP CHAMP.Loved Tommy though great CHAMP.

[@osvaldorojas1231]

La"COBRA" Para mi el Mejor Boxeador, de Todos Los Tiempos.!!👍👍👍👌👌👌👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@giancarloperotti3682]

I love HitMan!

[@lloydkline1518]

❤Tommy hearn

[@michaelmoran9399]

Love boxing and Tommy was my favourite boxer of all time when he fought the top boxers didn't dodge the other champions they beat or lost against them in the ring. Hearns Leonard Duran Hagler cuevas Benitez De Jesus it will never happen again in such a short period of time so many great champions.

[@justdynee]

The Golden age.

[@lloydkline1518]

golden age of boxing 1960s/ 1970s/ 1980s/1990s Tommy hearn invincible

[@garyvale8347]

should have also interviewed Duran, who was standing right next to him wearing the red shirt...................

[@Donan777]

😂

[@chooseyethisdaygodorafalle9972]

Legend.

[@queenslander954]

Absolute legend of a man ..amazing just amazing.

[@Eagle8]

The Hitmam was a great champion 🏆

[@SJDunham]

I’d like to meet tommy, glad we’re located in the same city‼️💪🏼

[@jamesbrackett575]

Tommy is my all time favorite boxer period loved tommy

[@MickeyMichaels348]

An amazing warrior.

[@stevewhitaker1705]

One of the greatest fighters of all time big respect

[@anthonyj1775]

The hit man.

[@williamchandler2558]

Tommy is awesome

[@josephmaxwell5033]

Only came alive as a man talking about Marvin; Sugar Ray coming clean on the ‘Draw’ BS was long overdue.

[@jaimecuenca4697]

Uno de los Grandes, personalmente mi favorito,todo un atleta valiente y serio en su profesión. Bendiciones para él.

[@samuelmiller4713]

Tommy, Ray and Marvin all Great men.

[@DavidStuart-o4m]

Love to my favourite all time boxer Tommy the Hitman

[@umbreonyay8627]

I was just watching hearns great fighter a legend

[@deanwheeler5969]

The best ever,, no doubt...

[@albanmorin5051]

His posture is like he is always ready to fire a jab.

[@oldstudbuck3583]

He was amazing to watch

[@doodsydoodsy5370]

Boxing icon no less and the coolest 😎 nam e in boxing the HITMAN legend 🙌

[@aaidenleeabra6060]

the greatest of Thomas Hurns....the hitman👍

[@paulgoode5245]

Maximum respect Mr Hearts my idol

[@lloydkline1518]

As much a gentleman as Tommy hearn is a champion boxer

[@Nick-dl9dn]

I love this guy he is a warrior! Kind hearted man! Tommy you were the best at 147 even if you lost to him the first time no one in this Era could beat you now or then God bless you mister!

[@matthewchunk3689]

These retired boxers can describe punch by punch some fight they had in the 70s but not remember a thing from this morning.

[@mjchecksfield914]

I thought he was at his best in later years when he put on weight and went up to light heavyweight. His bad luck was to meet Sugar Ray and Hagler at their absolute best.

[@albertohoraciosulpizio8171]

Inolvidable boxeador desde Argentina mis respetos

[@Toothpick_Bill45]

Boxing has been good to the Hit Man and the Hit Man has been good to boxing and is definitely deserving of a place in the Hall of Fame. With that said, Boxing has definitely taken much from the Hit Man as far as his health is concerned which is obvious in his speech and with that said, Thomas Hearns, just like all the Legends of Old in the Great Sport of Boxing have given so very much of themselves to make this Great Sport what it is today, paving the way for all who come after them.

[@pukulu]

Hearns only lost 5 fights during his career. He started at welterweight and later on moved up to light heavyweight. He is tall and has broad shoulders and was very skinny at 147 lbs. I saw many of his fights including his fights with Sugar Ray Leonard, Hagler, Duran, Cuevas, Virgil Hill and Iran Barkley.

[@kevinc764]

It's a shame Tommy broke his right hand in the Hagler fight because he was wearing his right eye out.

[@victorpurify4815]

"HIT MAN"YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY RIGHT; BOXING TODAY, IS NOTHING LIKE IT(BOXING)USE TO BE 70s,80s