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Orlando Cruz & José Manuel Colón – 9 Years Together
Boxer Orlando Cruz became famous when he represented Puerto Rico at the 2000 Olympic Games in Australia. The World Boxing Organization ranked him at number four among featherweights. In addition, ESPN acclaims him for his quick hands and feet, which allow him to move well and punch flashy combinations.
Besides his contribution to the sport, Cruz also made waves when he became the first active professional boxer to come out as gay. In 2013, his team shared in a social media post about his marriage to his boyfriend, José Manuel Colón. The ceremony took place in Central Park with Pedro Julio Serrano and Shirley Casiano as some of the witnesses.
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