My father was champion of North Africa and he beat the European champ. He was very good, a professional for 12 years. We're from a big family of boxers. My father has seven brothers.
Olivier MartinezAbout author
- Author's profession: Actor
- Nationality: french
- Born: January 12, 1966
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