Bob Beamon

Bob Beamon

Biography

Robert Beamon is an American former track and field athlete, best known for his world record in the long jump at the Mexico City Olympics in 1968. By jumping 8.90 m, he broke the existing record by a margin of 55 cm and his world record stood for almost 23 years until it was broken in 1991 by Mike Powell.

Known For: Acting

Birthday: 1946-08-29

Place of Birth: Queens, New York, USA

Also Known As: Robert Beamon