April 18, 2007

Smokin' Joe Sues Papers-Hoardin' Jackie

Like Bill Cosby, former heavyweight boxing champ Joe Frazier is one of the many beloved Philadelphians who became ridiculously grumpy old men once they became, ah, old men. Frazier's in the news again because he's returning to boxing to fight Muhammad Ali.

Well, okay, not really. But he is suing his daughter, Jackie Frazier-Lyde, a former heavyweight champion herself and candidate for judge next month.

Frazier's suit says his daughter hasn't returned his business records and, although Smokin' Joe still "loves his daughter," he wants his papers back. These include, of course, "documents, contracts, agreements, photos, films, memorabilia, recordings, archives, correspondence, material, writings, deeds and other interests related to efforts to market his image."

If you're wondering, yes, this lawsuit is all about Joe Frazier not making enough money. And if you needed more evidence, here's his lawyer: "Joe doesn't think he's making what he thinks he should be making." Joe's lawyer, Michael P. Kelly, is also a former boxer.

It's reassuring to know boxers settle their not by fighting, but by doing it the way good Americans do: Sue the pants off each other.

Frazier hits a daughter with lawsuit [Inquirer]

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