So why did Don King . . .

[Willie Pep 229]

So why did Don King despise Larry Holmes?

We can all understand the reverse but why do I keep running into written anecdotes and video clips that suggest King held a personal dislike for Holmes and didn't actually like promoting his fights.

Is there any truth to these rumors?

[JAB5239]

So why did Don King despise Larry Holmes?

We can all understand the reverse but why do I keep running into written anecdotes and video clips that suggest King held a personal dislike for Holmes and didn't actually like promoting his fights.

Is there any truth to these rumors?

I think Holmes lacked in personality and charisma making him a difficult sell for King. I also believe Holmes to be very outspoken and probably told King what he thought of him more than once during their dealings.

[QueensburyRules]

So why did Don King despise Larry Holmes?

We can all understand the reverse but why do I keep running into written anecdotes and video clips that suggest King held a personal dislike for Holmes and didn't actually like promoting his fights.

Is there any truth to these rumors?

- - Did anyone but his wife and kids like Lar?

Lar don't even like hisself, hence his MASSIVE insecurity complex. What champion calls out Butterbean to get Knocked down and mocked in the ring. Not even Neon Leon could do such a thing.