James J. Braddock - Guestbook

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Now that Cinderella Man is on HBO, I have probably watched it 10 times!! Great movie but I wish they had real fighting clips of Braddock at the end.

Your grandfather left a wonderful legacy. Truly an inspiration.

É inspirador a história de JJ Braddock. Sou fã de boxe e fiquei encantado com a biografoa de Braddock, ao qual apendi a admirar.

I WAS BORN AND RAISED IN WEST NEW YORK, NJ. NOW I'M LIVING IN FLORIDA. MY HUSBAND WAS BORN AND RAISED IN NORTH BERGEN, NJ. WE'VE WATCHED YOUR MOVIE ABOUT 10 TIMES IF NOT MORE, AND I OWN IT. I'M SO INSPIRED BY J.J. BRADDOCK. MY HUSBAND AND I WONDER ALL THE TIME IF OUR DADS OR GRANDFATHERS EVER KNEW OR MET JIM BRADDOCK. I COULD BE CHANGING CHANNELS AND COME ACROSS CINDERELLA MAN AND I DON'T CARE HOW FAR INTO THE MOVIE IT IS, MY FAMILY INCLUDING MY CHILDREN WILL WATCH THIS OVER AND OVER AGAIN. I CAN SAY, MY HUSBAND DID JUST AS JIM DID FOR HIS FAMILY. HE HAS BEEN THAT WAY SINCE I MET HIM. HE WORKED A PAPER ROUTE, LANDSCAPING TO ROOFING JUST TO BRING HIS MOM HOME MONEY FOR FOOD AND BILLS. HE WAS HIS MOMS HERO. HE HELPED PUT FOOD ON THE TABLE AND CLOTHES ON HIS BROTHER AND SISTER'S BACKS...HIS DAD WAS NEVER REALLY THEIR FOR THEM. IF THIS IS EVER READ OR REPLIED TO PLEASE LET US KNOW WHERE THE BRADDOCK FAMILY LIVED IN WEST NEW YORK, NJ. I GREW UP ON 54TH STREET, RIGHT OFF BERGENLINE AVE. MY DAD WAS A STREET CLEANER FOR THE TOWN OF WEST NEW YORK. HE PUSH A BROOM AND GARBARGE CAN UP AND DOWN STREETS. I WOULD LOVE TO KNOW JAMES J. BRADDOCK'S ADDRESS IN W.N.Y. FEEL FREE TO EMAIL IF YOU HAVE ANY MORE INFORMATION YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE OR SOME MORE PICTURES OF THE OLD TOWN, TAVERNS, RESTERAUNTS, STORES OR FRIENDS HE WAS IN CONTACT WITH. I WOULD ALSO BE CURIOUS TO KNOW WHAT SCHOOLS HIS CHILDREN WENT TO. I ATTENDED PS.#3 ELEMENTARY AND MEMORIAL HIGH LATER ON... PLEASE RESPOND I WOULD BE HAPPY TO HEAR MORE ABOUT THE BRADDOCK FAMILY. THANK YOU FOR LETTING US EXPERIENCE YOUR LIFE WITH THIS WONDERFUL MOVIE!

I just want to say that the movie depicting your dad was very inspirational to me. He is a great man with great family values.

What a wonderful and great man was Mr. Braddock. He is one of the reasons this country is so great. He was an inspiration to many back in the 30's and i'm sure to many in present day. Again, not only was Mr. Braddock a great boxer, but a great American.

Your Dad was an incredible man and built for a time when incredible men needed to stand tall , as so many did. Under Ron Howard`s directorship his team of people have once again not only found a story worth telling but has brought it to us through his personal incredible insights to story telling , in such as great a light that James J. Braddock lives again for all of us to see. Many thanks to you all for offering us the opportunity to smile about and get to know something of a true man and to the members of the Braddock family who keep Jame`s memory and deeds alive. Simply a marvelous journey !

I recently had the opportunity to watch "Cinderella Man", What an amazing film created by Ron Howard. This movie touched my heart in ways very few films have. James J. Braddock was an amazing Father, Husband, Friend and Boxer. His life story literally broke my heart, but also showed me that determination will get anyone further than they know. I think every person out there would agree they would all love a "Cinderella Man" in their life!! Great Film, Great MAN!!

Just finished watching "Cinderella man" for the 3rd time and I can't help but feel a strong admiration for what Mr Braddock did both inside and outside the ring. What a great message for todays generation to witness what it means to live an ethical,honest, and hardworking life. A great human being in every aspect. I truly enjoyed the Movie and am thankful that I got to "know" Mr James Braddock. It was truly an honor!!

In fact, James J.Braddock had a life in the which valued his/her family, he/she had love to her. His/her wife always supporting and loving him, the financial problems were not reasons so that the home of the family Braddock turned a hell..., there was love in that home, still under "despair" circumstances, there were love and affection in the formation of their children's education, there were Christian beginnings. Different from the families and current couples that get divorced for any reason or circumstance... James J.Braddock's life has a lot what to teach.

i have watched the movie about 20 times so far an i come away with the same thoughts everytime; James J. Braddock was a great man and has taught me that you take care of those who love you most and do whatever it
takes to take care of your family. God
Bless Jim Braddock and his family.
thank you!!!!!

Inspiring! How can anyone express this man any other way. What a wonderful movie about an incredible man. It was a real pleasure to watch such a heart touching story of of true heart and drive. Jim Braddock is truly someone to be admired for his love and devotion for his family and for the sport of boxing. What an incredible man. It was an honor and a privilage to watch such a story!

An example of life. People like JJ Braddock reminds you that whatever happens in your life you have to keep on fighting with the support of those who really love you. Congratulations for having such a Fellow in your family.

my thanks to the braddock family for allowing this great story to be told. also, to russell crowe for his great performance in bringing this incredible story to life.

Great Yor Art Fighting Man

a great man, a great movie, surfing the max baer sites it's a little dissapointing how they down played his condition and overall seriousness he had for the fight with braddock, almost taking something away from jims victory, sorry i don't buy it!!! he took it seriously (his title defense) and tried like heck to knock out braddock, fact is ....he lost to a better man by all respects, i don't hink "i can't" was in jim's vocabulary!!!! max baer may have been a stronger puncher, but he could do no damage to jim j braddock's heart!!! a mans man for sure, it shows all of us what determination and a will to believe in yourself can do!!! this man loved his family his country his profession, and did what is lacking in todays society...the right thing!!!! way to go jim j braddock...you deserve every accolade bestowed on you, if insperation is needed in your life watch this movie a couple of times, you may find something within yourself that you didnt know was there!!!!!...and if you do....thank jim j braddock for showing you how it's done......

We are once again watching "Cinderella Man". James Braddock was and still is an inspiration. Thank you to Ron Howard for making this film, to Russell Crowe for portraying Mr. Braddock with such sincerity, and especially to the family of James Braddock for continuing his story through this site. We need more heroes like Mr. Braddock, and always will.

first off,,my apologies to max baer jr...jethro off the beverly hillbillies....secondly...if the world were full of james j braddocks a lot of people would be out of work....police officers.fireman..armed forces.etc.etc.....because he was a true human being even when he didnt have to be if he so chose to.....also the man who played max baer in the movie.and jimmy braddocks trainor gave great performances.bar none.....i salute all of you

Mr Braddock's life story has been an inspiration to me; it reminds me of a time when we appreciated food on the table and heat in our house;and honor and courage as a husband and father was everything..

I was glad to learn the story of James Braddock. I loved the fact he returned his "welfare" money later on. I also researched Max Baer and was impressed and inspired by his life as a boxer and an actor.

After Watching This movie it shows how much a human heart can stand , and overcome. Jim Braddock its a Superhero in my book came from nothing everyone doubting him never paid any attention only from the heart this movie is truly inspirational it gave me the left i needed in life i for sure understand the hardships you have to face as a proffessional athlete and i thank you Braddock for showing That "What dont kills you makes you Stronger" My share of love to his family and friends"

Just watched it for the fourth time and this is my fourth message. I cry every time. Thanks for telling the story of an unknown hero.

Ijust saw the movie couldnt stop crying , I had not known of James Braddock until i saw the movie, he was truly a unique man. and his family was truly an inspiration for him to live out his dream that became there way out. I loved it. thank you for allowing me to send my thoughts.

One thing that I love about life, is that you never stop learning. I'm amazed that there are so many wonderful stories and events that in 37 years, I have never heard. I almost didn't see this film - because I thought it was "just another boxing movie" - and I felt that Rocky had the corner on that market. While browsing through the channels, I saw the final (literally) two minutes of the movie, and it was enough to make me want to see the whole film. I did, and I am so glad that I did!

I am privileged that Mr. Braddock's story was shared. I've been reminded of the buoyancy of the human spirit, and that I should never give up. I hope that everyone watching this film will feel the same...or something like it!

May God Bless your family. Thank you.

Just saw the movie Cinderella Man and was so impressed by the honesty and integrity of James Braddock. The fact that he brought so many people together during those troubled times clearly shows the need for heros such as Jim Braddock. He instilled confidence and the can do attitude in many people who had given up on life and belief in this great country. His dedication to family is a wonderful example for any dad even in these troubled times Congratualtions to you, Ron Howard and all who were involved in creating this movie. It truly touched my heart deeply.