Mike Tyson's ear-biting match Referee Mills Lane died!

Hall of Fame boxing referee “Mills Lane” Died at the age of 85 on Tuesday

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Lane was born in Savannah, Georgia on November 12, 1937

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He was an American Boxing Referee and a Professional Boxer

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The Fighting champ earned the title of “Pro” by obtaining a record of 10-1 in his boxing career

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Mills was entitled as NCAA welterweight boxing champion in 1960

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He officiated several major heavyweight championships in 70's, 80’s, and 90’s

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Lane was elected to the International Boxing Hall of Fame on June 9, 2013

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The Champ was also inducted into the Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame in 2013

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Lane refereed the soul-stirring Mike-Holyfield’s ear-biting match

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Lane also presided over a court show Judge Mills Lane that lasted for three seasons from 1998 to 2001

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