Howard Edward Davis Jr. (February 14, 1956 – December 30, 2015) was an American professional boxer.

Growing up on Long Island as the eldest of 10 children, Davis first learned boxing from his father.

Eventually he worked as boxing director at American Top Team in Coconut Creek, Florida, where he trained both amateur and professional boxers and MMA fighters.

In 1976, Davis won the Olympic gold medal in the lightweight division in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

After winning his first thirteen fights, he challenged Jim Watt for the WBC lightweight title in 1980.

Davis was stunningly knocked out in the first round by IBF junior welterweight champion Buddy McGirt.

The Mayor also proclaimed July 10 as Howard Davis Day in honor of both father and son.

[3] In 1981, Davis had his Olympic Gold Medal stolen from his home, only to be found years later by a landscaper on the side of the road.