American boxer (1905–1974) who was heavyweight champion of the world from 1935 to 1937 and whose career was dramatized in the Oscar-nominated 2005 film Cinderella Man. Ballpoint signature, “Best wishes, James J. Braddock,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with some trivial spreading of ink resulting in a slightly fuzzy appearance. Auction LOA Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
