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On this day in 1932, Braddock fought Charley Retzlaff in a 10 round Loss

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James J. Braddock, World Heavy-Weight Champion

Welcome to the official guestbook of the James J Braddock website. Due to spam, we have been forced stop guestbook entries.

I knew a true hero upon knowing to its history. Congratulations, you were a man honored.
Jossuan Diniz - Criciúma, Santa Catarina Brazil [2005-10-03 16:28:29]
No words to describe James, he is a inspiration, a great father, so, a great man. Realmente um grande pai.
Marcos Cardoso - Goiania, Go Brazil [2005-10-03 08:59:46]
A superb portrayal of a man in a time when courage and honesty counted for something against near impossible odds - kudos to all concerned with the film, but especially - hats off to the man himself - a symbol to all of us and especially Americans - who apparently stayed away in droves because the the subject matter was a little tough for a society that fawns over people as media-driven and as inconsequential as Oprah (fooey!) Winfrey...
Cliffm - Lismore, N.s.w. Australia [2005-10-03 06:43:50]
This was the type of inspiration I needed right now. Thanks Jim thanks Ron. P
P J Whale - Dublin, Dublin Ireland [2005-10-03 06:20:34]
James Braddock .. not only a great boxer/fighter but also a man of integrity, good father and husband. He demonstrated that nothing is impossible when you're determined to succeed.
Gloria Gerona - Mandaluyong, Manila Philippines [2005-10-03 06:05:51]
An absolute inspiration! Words can't describe a man as honourable as him and I shall strive to reach his integrity.
Hendrik Van Nieuwenhuizen - Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa [2005-10-03 04:52:06]
Truly a great guy. He made a promise to his son and he intend to keep it.
Victor Kwong - Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Malaysia [2005-10-03 04:25:47]
The fact that James Braddock believed so much that he had control over his life and what happend to him and the humilitywith which he lived that life is outstanidng
Shaun Bowers - Hong Kong, Hong Kong Hong Kong [2005-10-03 02:24:37]
A truly inspirational man that made the movie shine through. He touched me with his selfless courage, his determination and his character. The movie was made memorable in more ways than one. Thank you Jim Braddock, you taught me a valuable lesson in life.
Marvin Mohan - Singapore, Singapore Singapore [2005-10-02 23:32:36]
I saw the movie yesterday and I have not stopped thinking about it since. What an amazing man - his ethics and his love for his family are to be greatly admired. Russell Crowe captured the essence of Jim Braddock so well, as did Renee Zellwegger as Mae. Boxing is such a tough way to make a living but Jim Braddock rose above that and lived his life by his rules. Bravo.
Karen Fifield - Sydney, Nsw Australia [2005-10-02 20:40:59]
It's a story of courage and principle. A glowing example what a man can do even in his darkest time. A good example even at this modern world of ours how to be humble, honest, persistent and to emphasize the true essence of family values. Mabuhay.
Broderick Co - Quezon City, Metro-manila Philippines [2005-10-02 20:39:30]
What a man, what a great heart, my family watched the movie and where inspired by this big man with a big heart. Where are all the men like this today. I will watch the movie again and cry. Russell Crowe was brillant in his role of James J Braddock, he to should be a proud Kiwi (He was born in New Zealand)
Shirley Tomuli - Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand [2005-10-02 19:46:51]
Awesome film, just extraordinary and amazing story and live.....Mr. Braddock is a source of inspiration and motivation for me as i'm a judo competitor tryna biuld up from nuthin...just loved it
Carmen - Madrid, Spain Spain [2005-10-02 18:19:42]
just came back from the movie theater in bern. great story line, great movie, great inspiration for everybody afterwards...
good luck to everybody at the other end at the webpage - which is an excellent one
nick
Nick Gast - Münsingen, Bern Switzerland [2005-10-02 15:58:01]
we watched the movie.it was wonderful, the character and the courage of Braddock deeply impressed us. This is a wonderful site.
Cemal - Nilüfer - Ankara, None Turkiye [2005-10-02 13:29:09]
I watched the film with my son and mother. We saw the power of love and determination in this film and both of us impressed too much. Exactly I can watch this film one more time..
Emel Kaya - Ýzmir, Ege Turkey [2005-10-02 12:15:19]
Before seeing the film, I too had not heard of James J Braddock but both my wife and I have to say that his story, his courage and his belief in himself and love for his family are totally inspirational. James J wass simply a Great human being. The film is superb and this website is an excellent source for anyone interested in finding out more about the great man himself.
Noel - Edinburgh, Lothian Scotland [2005-10-02 05:14:33]
I watched the movie with my husband last night. We were inspired by his love to his family and to the game itself. The movie was great I just never stopped crying.
Noor - Kuwait, Kuwait Kuwait [2005-10-02 04:59:13]
J.J. Braddock its force of will and integrity, is an example for all. Peace
Ciro - Cercola, Italy Naples [2005-10-02 04:51:51]
I've never heard about him in the boxing scene but I am familiar with Joe Louis. Friends just told me to watch this film and they were right this man was principled man in times of plenty and in times of scarcity. A family man to be admired and imitated in today's modern world...
Fr. Lan Guiao - Cebu City, Cebu Philippines [2005-10-02 02:43:34]
More than a movie, it seemed like a documentary with feeling.
He was able to show everyday people that once you find a 'reason' to go for something, anything is possible. God Bless JJB.
Russell Stewart - Brisbane, Queensland Australia [2005-10-02 01:39:23]
I have just seen "The Cinderella Man" movie and was in awe of the courage, spirit, humanity and dignity of James J Braddock. I had briefly heard of his story beforehand but was uplifted, as I am sure many Depression era Americans were, with his inspirational story and the very decent qualities of James and his wife Mae. If only more people in our world today would learn a timely lesson about timeless principles that will hopefully endure - it is time for a new generation to learn more about the outstanding decent qualities of men and women like James J. and Mae Braddock.
Christopher Harnett - Sydney, New South Wales Australia [2005-10-01 22:47:11]
James J. Braddock, the Burgoyne Bulldog who became the Cinderella man of boxing - a man of humility, courage, integrity and perseverance.
Ragnar - Gold Coast, Queensland Australia [2005-10-01 22:13:13]
Hi, everyone. This guy is perfect and i don't believe first watch the movie but he is realy. I love J.J. Barddock and peace sleep...
Gökhan G. Korkmaz - Ýstanbul, Marmara Turkey [2005-10-01 20:48:34]
Just watched the movie with my wife tonight. I was as much moved and inspired by his love of his family as I was by his sheer courage in the ring. Truly great man. Irish blood too. Excellent and informative website.
Matt - Galway, Connacht Ireland [2005-10-01 20:39:24]