emanuel "manny" steward (july 7, 1944 – october 25, 2012) was an american boxer, trainer, and commentator. he worked for hbo boxing. he was also called the godfather of detroit boxing. steward trained 41 world champion fighters. his heavyweight fighters had a combined record of 34-2-1 in title fights. he was added into the international boxing hall of fame, and the world boxing hall of fame.