Articles of 2004 Writer Jack Newfield Dies Published 21 years ago on December 21, 2004 By Editor Jack Newfield, whose investigative articles and columns for various New York City newspapers earned him wide respect, has died of cancer at age 66. In boxing circles, Newfield was known for his outstanding – and critical – biography of Don King. Related Topics: Up Next Naming Names in Boxing Don't Miss Vitali Klitschko and Wladimir Klitschko free from promoters Editor Continue Reading Advertisement You may like