Earlier today, the boxing world came to terms with profoundly sorrowful news. Mrs. Connie Bernstein, the wife of esteemed sportscaster, writer, and speaker Al Bernstein, passed away two days ago. The International Boxing Hall of Fame inductee (2012) shared the heartbreaking news through his social media account.

Within moments, a wave of condolences and messages offering prayers and support poured in from fans and figures across the boxing community. Among those expressing their sympathy were Amanda Serrano , Claressa Shields , Mikaela Mayer , and Lou DiBella . Al Bernstein , who began his career in print journalism in the early 1970s, is best known for his long-standing association with ESPN, where he served as an analyst for the Top Rank Boxing series and as a reporter for

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