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Dark Side of the Ring: Unheard

Tony Atlas

Season 1, Ep. 9

From our very first interview, we revisit Mr. USA Tony Atlas' reflections on growing up poor, trying to control his rage, and additional traumatic memories of the killing of Bruiser Brody.


Disclaimer: José González was acquitted for the murder of Bruiser Brody on the basis of self-defense.

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