Senate Resolution No. 1703
BY: Senator GRIFFO
HONORING Jackie Kallen upon the occasion of her
induction into the International Boxing Hall of Fame
and Museum
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge
outstanding professionals in the boxing industry who distinguished
themselves through their exceptional performance, attaining
unprecedented success and the highest level of personal achievement;
Jackie Kallen is one such individual and her life of achievements
inspired others and contributed to the respect and admiration of the
sport of boxing; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Jackie Kallen upon the occasion of her induction into the International
Boxing Hall of Fame and Museum; inductees will be honored at the 35th
Anniversary celebration from June 6-9, 2024, in Canastota, New York; and
WHEREAS, Jackie Kallen was born on April 23, 1946, in Detroit,
Michigan; and
WHEREAS, With a background in entertainment and rock music
journalism, Jackie Kallen joined the famed Kronk Boxing Club as its
publicist in 1978; among the young boxers she was tasked with promoting
was Thomas Hearns; and
WHEREAS, In addition to the "Hitman," Jackie Kallen also worked with
Milton McCrory, Duane Thomas and Hilmer Kenty before making her
managerial debut in 1988 with heavyweight Bobby Hitz; she then signed on
to manage a young middleweight named James Toney and expertly guided him
to two world championships; and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, she managed junior middleweight champion
Bronco McKart and featherweight champion Tom "Boom Boom" Johnson; and
WHEREAS, During her illustrious career, Jackie Kallen also served as
commissioner of the International Female Boxing Association (IFBA) and
was cast on the hit NBC reality show "The Contender"; and
WHEREAS, Highly regarded for her business acumen and ability to
maneuver boxers to great success, Jackie Kallen's life story was told in
the major motion picture "Against the Ropes" starring Meg Ryan; still
active, she presently manages Mykquan Williams and Sam Rizzo, among
others; and
WHEREAS, Jackie Kallen clearly contributed to the spirit of
excellence which is a tradition of the International Boxing Hall of
Fame; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when
individuals of such outstanding accomplishments are brought to our
attention, they should be recognized by all the citizens of this great
Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Jackie Kallen upon the occasion of her induction into the
International Boxing Hall of Fame and Museum; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Jackie Kallen.
