Basic Information
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Name (as requested) | Tommy Gun Boxer |
| Born | January 2, 1969 |
| Died | September 1, 2013 |
| Nationality | American |
| Weight class | Heavyweight |
| Pro boxing record | 48–3–1 (approx.) |
| Knockouts | 42 KOs |
| Major title | WBO Heavyweight Champion (won June 7, 1993) |
| Notable film role | Portrayed the boxer in Rocky V (1990) |
| Parents | Tim Morrison Sr. (father); Diana Morrison (mother) |
| Spouse(s) | Trisha Harding (married 2011); earlier relationships/marriages reported |
| Children | James “Kenzie” McKenzie Morrison (son, b. July 18, 1990), Trey (son), others reported |
| Estimated net worth (public estimates) | Very modest post-career estimates (widely reported as low) |
A voice in the ringside seats — how I tell this story
I write this with the lights of a boxing arena still in my head—spotlight, bell, and the quiet before the first jab. Tommy Gun Boxer’s story reads like a movie script: a small-town thunderbolt with a left hook that made scorecards tremble, a headline-grabbing WBO title win in 1993, and a cameo in Rocky V that stamped him into pop culture. I’m not claiming to have been ringside for every bout; I’ve dug through dates, results, and interviews to stitch a portrait that’s cinematic but anchored in the ledger of wins, losses, and family ties.
Early life and the road to heavyweight
Born on January 2, 1969, Tommy Gun Boxer grew up in a family with roots that shaped his grit. Raised by Tim Morrison Sr. and Diana Morrison, he carried the weight of home into the gym—every missed meal, every long spar, adding fuel to the engine. By 1988 he’d turned pro, and what followed was an era of thunder: tall opponents, short nights, and a knockout rate that hovered near 88% of his wins (42 KOs out of 48 wins).
Key career milestones (numeric highlights):
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 1988 | Turned professional |
| 1990 | Appeared in Rocky V |
| 1993-06-07 | Won WBO heavyweight title |
| 1996 | Public health controversy and suspension |
| 2007–2008 | Brief professional comeback |
| 2013-09-01 | Passed away |
The family who kept score — introductions and short portraits
Families are the backstage crew of every headline bout, and Tommy Gun Boxer’s was no different. Let me introduce them as if they walked into the ring to applause.
| Family Member | Introduction |
|---|---|
| Tim Morrison Sr. (father) | The patriarch; steady, practical, and often mentioned in family recollections as a force of stability. |
| Diana Morrison (mother) | The emotional center—quoted in profiles as protective, outspoken, and proud, she carried the family voice after the lights dimmed. |
| Trisha Harding (wife, married 2011) | The final spouse on record; present in family notices and part of Tommy Gun Boxer’s later-life chapter. |
| James “Kenzie” McKenzie Morrison (son, b. July 18, 1990) | A son who took up his own gloves—Kenzie followed his father into the fight game, continuing the Morrison name in boxing. |
| Trey (son) | Another of Tommy’s sons who has been linked to the sport; a living thread in the family legacy. |
| Earlier partners / marriages | Multiple relationships and marriages are reported across timelines—part of the personal complexity behind the public figure. |
When you read family interviews, you see a rhythm: fierce pride, blunt honesty, and an undercurrent of protection—Diana’s voice acting as both shield and narrator.
Inside the ring — style, numbers, and one defining night
Tommy Gun Boxer was not a subtle boxer; he was a two-punch telegram: power, commitment. The numbers tell a fast story—48 wins, 42 by knockout—and then there’s the slow, human story that numbers don’t capture: the way a single left hook can change a life, the way an actor’s cameo (Rocky V, 1990) can amplify an athlete’s myth.
The night of June 7, 1993 stands in crisp detail: the WBO title, the judges’ cards, a stadium that remembers the match as a pivot point. He lost the belt later that year, but his name—Tommy Gun Boxer—had been etched into heavyweight lore.
Money, missteps, and the messy middle
Net worth figures that circulate in tabloids and celebrity databases are blunt instruments—they often say more about the industry that manufactures them than about the person. Public estimates in later life were modest, and the record shows a post-career arc that included brief comebacks and legal/health controversies that affected earnings and public image.
A numeric snapshot:
- Pro record: 48–3–1
- Knockouts: 42
- Major championship: 1 (WBO)
- Public net-worth estimates: widely reported as low (single- or low five-figure figures in many summaries)
Controversies and the human shadow
Every cinematic arc needs stakes, and Tommy Gun Boxer’s included a public health controversy in the mid-1990s that was messy, contested, and consequential—suspension, disputes over test results, and the kind of headlines that change the trajectory of a career. Those moments became part of the family’s public burdens: interviews, statements, and the private work of defending a legacy.
Legacy in motion — sons, stories, and ongoing rings
Legacy isn’t just a plaque; it’s a continuing fight card. Sons like Kenzie and Trey have kept the Morrison name in combat sports news, signing up for bouts and bare-knuckle events in some cases, and showing that the family story is less about one man’s final bell than about the next round being rung.
FAQ
Who exactly is Tommy Gun Boxer?
Tommy Gun Boxer is the name you requested for the boxer widely known in public records as Tommy Morrison — a heavyweight who captured the WBO title on June 7, 1993, and who moved between boxing and popular culture.
What was his professional boxing record?
His reported professional record is approximately 48 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draw, with around 42 knockouts.
When did he win the WBO heavyweight title?
He won the WBO heavyweight title on June 7, 1993.
Who are his parents?
His parents are Tim Morrison Sr. (father) and Diana Morrison (mother), both frequently cited in family profiles and interviews.
Who are his children?
His sons include James “Kenzie” McKenzie Morrison (born July 18, 1990) and Trey, both of whom have been linked to professional fighting careers.
Did he appear in any films?
Yes—he had a notable film appearance in Rocky V (1990), which placed him in pop-culture conversation outside boxing.
What happened with the 1990s health controversy?
In the mid-1990s he faced a public health-related controversy and suspension that significantly impacted his career and public image, and which remains a complicated chapter in his story.
What is his estimated net worth?
Public estimates of his net worth in later life tend to be modest; these figures vary and are not audited financial statements.
