I used when I felt bad, I used when I missed competing at that level", he said. The fight ended with Hagler and Leonard exchanging along the ropes. Leonard decided to fight Camacho after commentating on Camacho's fight with the 45-year-old Roberto Durn the previous year, describing the disputed unanimous decision as "an early Christmas gift". For Leonard's fight with Hagler, Dundee worked without a contract and received $175,000, which was less than 2% of Leonard's purse. Ray Leonard Jr. Creates His Legacy Through Family, Food and Business The scorecard of judge Angelo Poletti was incorrectly added and announced as 147147. Durn attacked at almost every turn. He blamed his loss on a torn right calf muscle. It truly is the most beautiful site on clear days. "But then he adjusted to my style. I took great pride in it. Sugar Ray Leonard and his wife, Bernadette. you're greeted by this beautiful solarium. After the fight, there was controversy due to the scoring of rounds six and seven. We operate one boxing center in the County, the Sugar Ray Leonard Boxing Center. In March 2019, Leonard made a guest appearance on the popular daily morning show on YouTube, Good Mythical Morning, hosted by Rhett McLaughlin and Link Neal. Considered to be Americas equivalent to the French Riviera, Californias Pacific Palisades was founded in 1922 and has drawn many celebrities seeking a slightly quieter life than Hollywood. It was very important to me that you walked into the house, and you didn't feel like you were walking into a museum. Durn's manager, Carlos Eleta, said, "Durn didn't quit because of stomach cramps. Leonard competed on season 12 of Dancing with the Stars, which premiered on Monday, March 21, 2011, on ABC. 3. . We have professional style appliances, a huge island. Leonard was guaranteed $11 million, and Hagler was guaranteed $12 million. Measuring in at 16,773 square feet with seven bedrooms, it was designed with different wings having planned space for various types of entertaining from small intimate gatherings to full-blown fundraisers. 'There Is A Burning Desire In Me' - Sports Illustrated In the second, he dropped Aldama with a left to the chin. Residence information sourced from Kelsey & Associates House History. Maybe he's saying, 'Let people see I've made it and they can make it too,' " he added. Jun 15, 2012, 8:02 AM PDT. Sugar Ray Leonard's house: inside his Pacific Palisades home | Homes He got up, but after a few more punches, the referee stopped the fight. [46], On November 9, 1982, Leonard invited Marvin Hagler and other boxing dignitaries to a charity event in Baltimore, Maryland to hear him announce whether he would continue his career. According to Bob Arum, the fight grossed $78 million (which equates to around $179 million in 2020). [89] They were divorced in 1990. Sports Illustrated called his scorecard "a monument to indecision." [14]:93 A month later, Leonard defeated his old amateur nemesis Randy Shields by a ten-round unanimous decision. In Wilmington, Leonard's father worked in a soda pop plant, and his mother was a nursing assistant. Leonard made his first title defense in Landover, Maryland, on March 31, 1980. The solarium anchors the entry hall of the residents, in natural light from the steel frame doors, and flanked by these beautiful antique columns. Leonard, in Winthrop, Mass., filming a children's show for Home Box Office, said through a spokeswoman that he plans to stay "as actively involved in Prince George's County as ever. Many consider the 1976 U.S. team to be the greatest boxing team in the history of the Olympics. But they really captured our vision, my vision, and I was just happy to raise my family here. Pat Putnam of Sports Illustrated wrote, "Leonard gave them artistic perfection when they wanted heated battle, and they booed lustily. On March 10, 1986, Marvin Hagler knocked out John Mugabi in eleven rounds to retain the Undisputed World Middleweight Championship for the twelfth time and advance his record to 6222. [76], Leonard has worked as a boxing analyst for ABC, CBS, NBC, ESPN, HBO and EPIX. "He has really helped me get ready. "My idea is that he should have a tune-up fight before he fights with Roberto again", Jacobs said. During divorce proceedings, Juanita Leonard testified that her husband physically abused her while under the influence of alcohol. In 2007 he was awarded The Ambassador Award of Excellence by the LA Sports & Entertainment Commission at the Riviera Country Club for his continued community involvement. Maybe he just ain't got time to come around here anymore," Bailey continued. "I'd move to a rich city, maybe California or Las Vegas . Unable to get away, unable to counter and unable to slide away to open up the ring, Leonard seemed almost helpless under the assault. For many years, Leonard has been the International Chairman of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation's Walk for a Cure and is actively involved in raising both awareness and funds. and celebrate all our holidays and it was just. The former home of retired boxing champion Sugar Ray Leonard in Mitchellville, Md., has not been sold, as reported incorrectly Monday, according to a spokesman for Leonard. Sugar Ray Leonard portraits - Getty Images All he left is his name," 12-year-old Bernard Griel said one gray, drizzly night recently in Palmer Park. It's one of their favorite features of the home. to a different artisanal way of construction. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Cond Nast. Shortly afterward, Leonard dropped him with a flurry of punches. "No one, I mean no one, can make me miss punches like that", Leonard said. One of the best features of the home, I think. Oh, that's a good one, honey. Hearns was paid $5.1 million, and Leonard made over $11 million. His decision was to push Froot Loops onto the Finals, where they were taken out by Cinnamon Toast Crunch. After hurting Hearns with a right, Leonard exploded with a combination of punches. The architect, Richard Landry and Hendrickson Allerdice. This decision was met with a torrent of criticism from fans and the media, who felt Leonard was taking unnecessary risks with his surgically repaired eye. [55], Leonard was awarded a controversial split-decision. The announcement generated a lot of controversy because of Leonard's inactivity and eye injuries, yet it also excited many sports fans who had hoped to see them fight years earlier. Over the next 25 years, he built a boxing career that cemented his legacy as one of the best fighters of all time. She also said he was an occasional cocaine user. Sugar Ray Leonard's Pacific Palisades Mansion Back on Market He has appeared in numerous television shows, including Half & Half, L.A. Heat, Married with Children, Renegade and Tales From The Crypt. Eventually, Leonard admitted that Hearns deserved the decision[citation needed]. [27] Price, an up-and-coming contender who was sponsored by Marvin Gaye, had a reputation for prolonged bouts in earlier fights and was believed by sports reporters to defeat or give a long fight to Leonard. He later owned this house, located at 10415 Stapleford Hall Drive, in Potomac, Maryland. WJZ TV Baltimore focuses on up and coming professional boxer, Sugar Ray Leonard. If he didn't care nothing about us, he wouldn't have left behind that gym," interrupted Sam Bailey, a tall, muscular boy in a blue running suit, glancing toward the shopping center across the street that houses the Sugar Ray Leonard Boxing Center. BALTIMORE, MD - SEPTEMBER 1986: Sugar Ray Leonard poses in a gym on September 8, 1986 in Baltimore, Maryland. "I didn't feel like being bothered by all those complications by asking him for any money for support", she said. but I like the kitchen and the family room. Homes & Gardens is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. that's shared by both Mr. and Mrs. Leonard. "I think he won the fight with Durn, but I don't think it is healthy for him to be fighting Durn right away". In the first round, Leonard rocked Benitez with a left hook that came off a jab and right cross. They fought for Lalonde's WBC Light Heavyweight Championship and the newly created WBC Super Middleweight Championship, which meant that Lalonde had to make 168lbs. We have seven bedrooms, 12 baths, a wine cellar, a regulation size tennis court, guest house, pool and secret garden. "I've had it. Hagler's punches lacked snap and, although he was scoring solidly to the body, he looked nothing like the powerful fighter who had dominated the middleweight division for the previous five years. Boxing Legend Sugar Ray Leonard Is Selling His House Is California for After the verdict was announced, Leonard announced his retirement. Sugar Ray Leonard Boxing Center 7707 Barlowe Road Palmer Park, Maryland, MD 20785 (301) 386-5888 Visit Website 1/1 Details Sugar Ray Leonard Boxing Center is a co-ed facility which offers opportunities for amateur and professional training, as well as boxing shows. "It was stupid for me to fight Norris at 154 lbs", Leonard said. D047629011.JPG | BALTIMORE, MD - SEPTEMBER 1986: Sugar Ray L | Flickr Leonard landed several good left hooks in the first round. Bonds was a southpaw, which made him a good opponent for Leonard, given that his next opponent was scheduled to be the WBA Light Middleweight Champion Ayub Kalule, a southpaw. [49], Before the fight with Howard, Dave Jacobs rejoined Leonard's team in a limited role. Hearns was ahead on points." In snowshoesLeonard repeatedly beat Hagler to the punch. My word is my bond", Leonard said. Late in the third, Leonard dropped Benitez on the seat of his pants with a stiff left jab. Round nine was the most exciting round of the fight. Leonard testified before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Government Affairs in 2009. I think he needs a psychiatrist more than he needs anything else." As an amateur, he took an Olympic gold medal in the light-welterweight class at the 1976 Games in Montreal. We're now in the formal dining room of the estate. Many felt that Hagler deserved the decision because he was the aggressor and landed the harder punches. dual sinks, and a walk-in pantry beyond that, One of the other features of the home are the 700 roses. The 1980s: Leonard Loses, Then Wins Back Title. Our website, archdigest.com, offers constant original coverage of the interior design and architecture worlds, new shops and products, travel destinations, art and cultural events, celebrity style, and high-end real estate as well as access to print features and images from the AD archives. My journey has ended, my dream is fulfilled. That's my spot. Morton was replaced as co-trainer by Pepe Correa, who had worked with Leonard for most of the previous fifteen years.[63]. [11], Leonard, the fifth of seven children of Cicero and Getha Leonard, was born in Wilmington, North Carolina. If some youngsters who hang out at the community center were of divided opinion about the move, the would-be fighters who work out every day at the boxing center hoping to follow in the champ's footsteps, were solidly in Leonard's corner. The following year, he again won the National AAU Light Welterweight Championship, as well as the Light Welterweight Championship at the Pan American Games. Familiarize yourself with these small living room slip-ups ahead of organizing, so you dont make the same mistakes, Laundry experts share where to put vinegar in a washing machine to brighten whites and clean your machine without scrubbing, and why it is so important to get right, By Chiana Dickson When Leonard boxed in the Olympics, he had a picture of Wilkinson taped to his sock. In round seven, Leonard started to taunt Durn. The judges scored the fight a draw and Leonard retained the title. Many of the people being considered wanted absolute control and a cut somewhere near the manager's traditional 33%. [14]:6568, Leonard made his professional debut on February 5, 1977, before a crowd of 10,270 at the Civic Center in Baltimore. and especially when things are pretty hard mentally. Sugar Ray Leonard and his Pacific Palisades property. That's why he's living."[32][33]. He contributes to the Halloween and Christmas parties. Ray Charles Leonard (born May 17, 1956), best known as "Sugar" Ray Leonard, is an American former professional boxer, motivational speaker, and occasional actor. No. Standing in a boxing ring with Howard Cosell, the master of ceremonies, Leonard announced his retirement, saying a bout with Hagler would unfortunately never happen. More embarrassed than hurt, Benitez got up quickly. The house encompasses over 16,000 square feet, We have seven bedrooms, 12 baths, and are cited on just, under two acres of the most private exquisite grounds. Welcome to the iconic Leonard Estate owned. Small kr 950.00 Medium kr 2,500.00 Large "[58] A month after Hagler's formal retirement in June 1988, Leonard would announce another comeback. He would also choose Leonard's opponents. Palmer Park was an enclave of post-World War II triplex housing units designed as starter homes for young low-income families (less than $13K). The fifth of seven children of Cicero and Getha Leonard, he was named for singer Ray Charles. He has also done public service announcements for the county, including one in which he encouraged youngsters to use the public libraries and another, an anti-litter message for which he coined the motto: "Smash Trash.". The fight with Camacho took place on March 1, 1997, in Atlantic City, New Jersey. When walking into the solarium, bathed in sunlight and flanked by imported Italian antique columns, its easy to understand youre in the home of a legend. Leonard was the winner by a technical knockout at 2:44 of round eight, regaining the WBC Welterweight Championship. While training, Leonard started to see floaters. Correa was instructed not to spare the whip. He said he quit using drugs in early 1986, when he woke up one morning and "what I saw in the mirror was scary." He said he started using medication after he retired in 1982, following surgery to repair a detached retina. They share two children together and are still leading a loving relationship as husband and wife. Everyone was surprised by Durn's actions, none more so than his veteran trainers, Freddie Brown and Ray Arcel. Just off of the primary sleeping quarters, As you can see, the beautiful curvature of the anterior wall. "For the first time in a long time, I allowed someone to push me", Leonard said. Before the fight, he was given a shot of novocaine. and someone that just likes to be private and peaceful. We're located in the heart of the upper Riviera, Pacific Palisades' most exclusive enclave. We've done weddings. Leonard finally hurt him with a right to the head. He was also named "Athlete of the Year" by ABC's Wide World of Sports and "Sportsman of the Year" by Sports Illustrated. The "Four Kings" created a wave of popularity in the lower weight classes that kept boxing relevant in the post-Muhammad Ali era, during which Leonard defeated future fellow International Boxing Hall of Fame inductees Hearns, Durn, Hagler, and Wilfred Bentez. The Brawl in Montreal is forever tied to my coming of age - CBC "Awh, he forgot about the community, man. "[36] Arcel was angry. published June 15, 2021 Boxing legend, and godfather to Khloe Kardashian, Sugar Ray Leonard has listed his stunning Pacific Palisades mansion for $46.5 million. Spanning nearly 16,773 square feet, the estate is now listed for 10%. In the fifth, Camacho dropped Leonard with a right followed by two left uppercuts. Winding up his right hand, as if to throw a bolo punch, Leonard snapped out a left jab and caught Durn flush in the face. At the final bell, even uniformed ringside security rushed into the ring applauding and lauding Leonard's effort. Sugar Ray Leonard (b. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sugar_Ray_Leonard, http://www.starpulse.com/Celebrity/Leonard,_Sugar_Ray/gallery/AYL-004795/. . Voom! Although he would prescribe the training procedures, he would leave the day-to-day work to Dave Jacobs and Janks Morton. [1] He was named after Ray Charles, his mother's favorite singer. [34], After the Montreal fight Durn went on a partying binge and ballooned in weight. I knew he would indulge himself; he'd gain 4050 lbs and then sweat it off to make 147." Yeah, we got married here. Shortly before the Olympics, Wilkinson had filed an application to receive $156 a month in child support payments from Prince George's County, Maryland. Durn hesitated. Come on in and see why the Leonards have called. I wanted everyone to feel very comfortable here. "[77], Leonard has provided commercial endorsements for companies including Coca-Cola, EA Sports, Ford, Nabisco, Revlon and 7 Up. Together, Leonard and ESPN would produce and promote "Sugar Ray Leonard and ESPN II Presents Friday Night Fights", which would air the first Friday of every month for twelve months. "I was ringside", Leonard said. Hagler hurt Leonard with a left cross and pinned him in a corner. which overlooks the grounds and Pacific ocean views. Later that year, he boxed in the Eastern Olympic Trials. [50], Leonard and Howard fought on May 11, 1984, in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dundee was unhappy with that amount. Camacho applied pressure from the opening bell and started to score well in the third. and I play with her girlfriends sometimes. Camille, conceived their Born Indigo lifestyle brand. Fireplaces throughout were imported from Europe and the stone floors from Jerusalem. Leonard is also the godfather of Khlo Kardashian and has appeared on many episodes of Keeping Up With The Kardashians. Leonard was a shy child, and aside from the time he nearly drowned in a creek during a flood in Seat Pleasant, Maryland, his childhood was uneventful. Unlike the fight in Montreal, Leonard used his superior speed and movement to outbox and befuddle Durn. Former boxer Sugar Ray Leonard has a $46.5 million Mediterranean-style home where he has lived with his wife Bernadette for over two decades, according to the Los Angeles Times. 'I'd use anything to relieve the pain' Sugar Ray Leonard says career "I'd move away too, if I were him," Bandele Hinton, 15, said as he finished a four-minute round on one of the gym's four punching bags, all of which bear Sugar Ray Leonard's autograph. Leonard retained his WBC welterweight title by knocking out Dave Green in a March 1980 bout. He took control, attacking and driving Leonard against the ropes, bulling him back, hitting him with lefts and rights to the body as he maneuvered the champion against the ropes from corner to corner. Even though Leonard dominated, hurting Hearns and battering him, all three judges gave both rounds to Leonard by a 109 margin. [85] During his appearance on The Colbert Report in 2011, Leonard was defeated by host Stephen Colbert in a thumb wrestling contest. [78][79] Leonard is among the most sought-after motivational/inspirational speakers in the world today. Memories that are priceless 8.4K8.4K 767 Comments They go to places where there's bigger houses and nicer communities," said Hinton, who has lived four years in Palmer Park, a community of 7,900 where most people live in aging duplex or triplex homes with small patches of lawn. He's a motivational speaker, an accomplished businessman, a podcast producer, an inspirational mentor and a devoted family man. Sugar Ray Leonard's knockout custom-built LA home for sale - New York Post Leonard was named 'Boxer of the Decade' in the 1980s, and was the first professional boxer to win more than $100 million in purses. They used to come in when Camille was young. and have baths in here, they would go pick herbs, organics. Durn forced the issue and took the fight to Leonard, cutting off the ring and denying Leonard space to fight his fight. Visit our corporate site. In the final, Leonard boxed the great Cuban knockout artist Andrs Aldama, who scored five straight knockouts to reach the final. Dave Jacobs disagreed with the decision to have an immediate rematch with Durn and terminated his relationship with Leonard when the rematch was made. By the end of round five, Leonard had a growing swelling under his left eye, and Hearns had built a considerable lead on the scorecards. Sugar Ray Leonard | Biography, Record, & Facts | Britannica The scores were 120104, 119103, and 116110. However, he was able to outpunch Hagler along the ropes and got the better of several bristling exchanges. they did an amazing job and we've updated a lot of things. Leonard received $7 million and Durn received $8 million. The nickname stuck. He was given a scholarship to the University of Maryland, a gift from the citizens of Glenarden, Maryland. Last year, Sugar Ray Leonard, 65, put his amazing mansion in Los Angeles up for sale for an huge 42million. The real Leonard (a Seinfeld fan) mentioned that he was told about the episode by friends and family but had never seen it for himself until a friend gave him the DVD set for a gift. [69], On February 9, 1991, Leonard went down to 154lbs and fought WBC Light Middleweight Champion Terry Norris at Madison Square Garden. Architectural Digest may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. "[43], The fight was named "Fight of the Year" by The Ring. Thanks for all your support! Then there's Sugar Ray Leonard's cherished spot: his gym-cum-office. May 17, 1956) gained international recognition when he won the light-welterweight boxing gold medal at the 1976 Olympics. "I think I pretty much fought from the heart." And in addition to that, there's rows of French doors. In rounds seven and eight, Hagler's southpaw jab was landing solidly, and Leonard's counter flurries were less frequent. I just transferred into an office. CAPTION: Picture 1, This $600,000 home in rural Mitchellville was recently sold by Sugar Ray Leonard, Palmer Park's hometown hero. Ray Charles Leonard (born May 17, 1956), best known as "Sugar" Ray Leonard, is an American former professional boxer, motivational speaker, and occasional actor. Leonard served as host and mentor to the aspiring fighters on The Contender. I mean, and it shows when you walk around. . Often regarded as one of the greatest boxers of all time, he competed professionally between 1977 and 1997, winning world titles in five weight classes ; the lineal championship in three weight classes; [3] as well as the undisputed . It's a way to better your condition," said Junious Hinton, the boxing center's short, muscular trainer. Hagler looked stiff and mechanical and missed the speedy Leonard time and again prompting CBS ringside commentator Gil Clancy to remark "and is he ever missingLeonard isn't doing anything to make him miss, he's just missing!". The original fight plan for Leonard was to go toe-to-toe with Hagler and try to cut him, but the plan changed about five days before the fight. [18] He planned to study business administration and communications. Leonard pledged he would support his son, even if he had to scrap plans to attend college. Known to be one of the wealthiest boxers in the world, Sugar Ray Leonard has an estimated worth of around $120 million. Boxing legend briefly put the property on the market in 2019 asking $52M. In 1972, Leonard boxed in the featherweight quarterfinals of the National AAU Tournament, losing by decision to Jerome Artis. Sugar Ray Leonard - Lifestyle | Net worth | cars | houses - YouTube Hearns was leading by scores of 124122, 125122, and 125121. I have two dogs and I walk all over the neighborhood. ideal for year round use right behind the pool. It's just very, very peaceful. Jim Murray, long-time sports columnist for the Los Angeles Times, wrote, "It wasn't even closeHe didn't just outpoint Hagler, he exposed him. Leonard and his wife, Bernadette, founded the Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation to support the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and its annual Walk for a Cure. We're now in the rear grounds of the residence. Leonard received $1 million and Benitez, a two-division champion with a record of 3801, received $1.2 million. The primary bedroom retreat is just behind me. It was his first defeat. [10] BoxRec ranks him as the 14th greatest boxer of all time, pound for pound. (Photo by: The Ring Magazine via Getty Images) Buy the print PURCHASE A LICENSE Standard editorial rights Custom rights How can I use this image? Sugar Ray Leonard Shows off His Beautiful Wife Bernadette in a White Durn, the former Undisputed World Lightweight Champion for .mw-parser-output .frac{white-space:nowrap}.mw-parser-output .frac .num,.mw-parser-output .frac .den{font-size:80%;line-height:0;vertical-align:super}.mw-parser-output .frac .den{vertical-align:sub}.mw-parser-output .sr-only{border:0;clip:rect(0,0,0,0);height:1px;margin:-1px;overflow:hidden;padding:0;position:absolute;width:1px}6+12 years, had a record of 711 and was the #1 welterweight contender and considered the best "Pound for Pound" fighter in the world. 64-year-old former professional boxer, Sugar Ray Leonard has been married to his second wife, Bernadette Robi for nearly 30 years. Courtesy of Trulia.com. The two fought with great intensity throughout the fight. The following year, Leonard won the National Golden Gloves and National AAU Lightweight Championships. Judges Chuck Giampa and Franz Marti had Leonard ahead by scores of 7774 and 7775, respectively. "Some people might be upset about the move, but I tell my fighters this is what boxing is all about. to all the honorary accolades that Mr. Leonard has received. The property also has a pool, a full guest house, a lit tennis court with a viewing area and a . "He does have a heart. In the fourth round, Leonard knocked Green out with a devastating left hook. Veteran ringside commentator Don Dunphy said "They're stopping the fight. Sugar Ray Leonard, the young new champion with lightning fast hands, awesome power and good looks was the heir apparent of boxing royalty. It's very important to me that you just come and relax. spiritually and psychologically, but I just take a walk. "But he's paid the price to be where he is. I mean, Christmas is huge here. [citation needed] After eight tough rounds, Leonard was ahead although Kalule appeared to be coming on strong in the eighth and ninth. In 2002, Leonard was voted by The Ring as the ninth greatest fighter of the last 80 years. You have a breakfast area there, you can watch TV. Sugar Ray Leonard, christened as Ray Charles Leonard, was born to Cicero and Getha Leonard. Dave Jacobs was one of the people let go, leaving Correa as the sole trainer. Over the next 25 years, he built a boxing career that cemented his legacy as one of the best fighters of all time. Leonard learned of the suit several days after returning home from the Olympics. The co-ed facility offers coaching, training, conditioning and boxing shows. Sugar Ray Leonard | Encyclopedia.com Leonard suffered his last two losses as an amateur in 1974. He stayed home a lot, reading comic books and playing with his dog. The fight grossed over $35 million. Leonard went the distance but lost by a lopsided decision. "I'm watching John 'The Beast' Mugabi outbox Hagler. As you can see, the room is sheathed in memorabilia, from the 1984 Olympic torch to letters from Muhammad Ali. Boxing legend Sugar Ray Leonard puts $46.5million seven-bedroom mansion Afterward, Leonard announced, "I'm finishedI've fought my last fight. (Photo by Ronald C. Modra/Sports Imagery/Getty Images) He's a well-known boxer. from all the others in Los Angeles is really the curated, and bespoke details that architect Richard Landry selected, As you can see above us, we have these incredible, groin vaulted ceilings, which really take you back, Additionally, all the light fixtures, door handles, and plaster work was meticulously crafted and selected. [14]:1 He made it to the lightweight semifinals, losing a disputed decision to Greg Whaley, who took such a beating that he wasn't allowed to continue in the trials and never boxed again. According to Bill Nack: It was, from almost the opening salvo, a fight that belonged to Durn. That's one thing I'm going to pray that I can, I can capture my new house 'cause I love to walk, of the iconic Leonard Estate owned by the legendary. Sugar Ray Leonard PALMER PARK, MD - CIRCA 1980: A view of Sugar Ray Leonard's house during an at home interview in Palmer Park, Maryland. We really went all out. An Olympic gold medal winner and former world welterweight champion, Leonard donated much of the boxing equipment at the center, which the county opened in 1980.