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Until I saw the movie and now looked at this website, I didn't know about James Braddock.
Wonderful man, wonderful family, great story, great movie. After looking at the photos, I feel like I know him a bit. Kind of like my Irish Dad who, no doubt, knew of James Braddock and tried to imitate him. I wish Dad was still around so I could ask him about it.
Audrey, from Canada

I just watched the movie.My neighbours gave me,,Cinderella man ,, on dvd,as a birthday present 2 days ago.James J.Braddock is a hero and the movie is one of the best,i haved seen the last years,with a magnificent Russell Crowe as the Cinderella man,a true warrior !!

I just viewed the movie "Cinderella Man" and I enjoyed it immensely. What a great story about a truly inspirational man.

I´ve watched the movie yesterday and i have to research about Jimmy.
It is unbeliable the reborning of this man.
In a word as we live today this is an inspiration for all of us.

The man was and still is a true inspiratio for millions of people.

From someone who never went to a boxing match in the outside world, I applaud the likes of Mr Braddock. He's truly a great American. A great role model & hero. Though it was rough watching the boxing, I'm so pleased that i finally got to see Ron Howard's fantastic tribute to brilliance.

It's been inspiring for me to realize that someone have passed through the same things I'm passing now to make my dreams my reality. God bless, J. Braddock.

Having lived in North Bergen, NJ for 15 years, and enjoyed the beautiful James J. Braddock Park (my dad told me who he was because I had never heard of him before) it was a delight to finally see the film about the man who has a park named after him. A truly inspiring story. If only there were more people with his integrity and work ethic.

What a wonderful man. I wish there were more people like this in the world.

i really enjoy the movie about james braddock it got me interested to find out more about him.

The James J. Braddock life story is inspiring and remarkable that keeps you moving in every challenges in life.

Although I don't understand why people enjoy boxing I loved this movie because it has shown the world reminders of how people should be: decent, honest, respectful and full of hope and courage to tackle the things life throws at you. James Braddock, what a remarkable man you were. Thank you for someone telling his story to the world.

I WISH THERE WERE MORE MEN LIKE JAMES J. BRADDOCK AROUND TODAY

A real gentleman was he really that modest?

J. J. Braddock was my grandfather's hero. My father was born in 1936 and grew up hearing stories about Braddock. Quickly, Braddock became my father's hero. Now more than 50 years, Braddock has become my hero. A man that my grandfather and father were moved by and so am I...

It's after watching a movie like Cinderella man that makes me so Proud to be an Irish man. Jim was a real family man with great courage. James Braddock a legend.

Just watched the movie last night - wonderful. Jim Braddock was a true American hero and I am so proud that his family came from Ireland. The scene where he gave back the welfare money touched me the most. A Man of decency and integrity. Mae was a lovely lady and the love they shared was so true. Thank you.
Go mbeannaí Dia duit (May God Bless You).

Just saw the movie for the first time and I can attest that we all face our own personal battles in life even though different. This man shows that no matter how beaten and down trodden one thinks they are its never over till you say it is because you can always come back KICKING and ROARING like good ole Jimmy!!!

I read many of the books about Jim, but none talk about what he did after boxing and his role with the Verrazano Bridge or what he did during WWII. Is there such a book?

Just watched the movie again, gives me chills everytime. Would have loved to have met you Jimmy...

great man, great history, great courage, nothin more to say.

just watched the film cm.i was impressed by the devotion your grandad/grandmother,had towards each other.they stood by each other no matter what was thrown at them.they must have loved each other so much!!respect to you all..

This story about hope and courage and love and NOT GIVING UP still brings great inspiration after so many years! I am very greatfull to learn the story about James J. Braddock! It is incredible on so many levels! I guess you could say the worst of times bring the best story's of hope and dreams and how to keep them alive!!!
I will keep mine alive in honour of them who didn't give up!

many many thank you's!

My sister called me to tell me what a wonderful movie this was and how many times she'd cried. I just finished watching it and had to come to the website to tell you that it was one of the best and most inspiring films I've ever seen. How great to see a man with morals, integrity, and loyalty to family and country. They don't make 'em like that anymore. Your family certainly has a reason to be proud and so does all of America.

happy bday russel crowe for last thursday!!!
from anna
ps i luv johnny depp!!!