Scott Walker (boxer)
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Perry Scott Walker (October 30, 1969 in Mesa, Arizona - January 31, 2004 in Apache Junction, Arizona) was a professional boxer.
Walker fought as The Pink Cat, wearing pink boxing trunks and slicked-back hair, a tribute to his idol, James Dean. He is best known for stopping Alexis Arguello's bid at a comeback in 1995, winning a ten round decision in Las Vegas, Nevada. He fought Julio Cesar Chavez in 1996, losing in a 2nd round knockout, also in Las Vegas. He won the WBC Continental Americas Junior Welterweight title over Francisco Cuesta on July 17, 1995. He retired with a record of 25-7-1 (13 KO’s).
Walker was found dead in his home of unspecified causes. He is a member of the Arizona Boxing Hall of Fame.