# Death of Panamanian boxing legends

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/death-of-panamanian-boxing-legends
> Updated: 2026-09-09T20:42:08.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Panama is mourning the deaths of two significant figures in its boxing history. On September 8, 2026, legendary lightweight world champion Ismael Laguna, known as ‘El Tigre de Colón’, passed away at the age of 83 following a long illness.

Laguna, a Hall of Fame inductee, was Panama’s second world champion and was recognized as a foundational inspiration for future generations of fighters. His passing was followed by the news that prominent coach, mentor, and promoter María ‘Toto’ Murillo also died on the same day. Murillo was highly respected for her role in developing world-class talents, including Roberto ‘Manos de Piedra’ Durán. The loss of both figures has prompted condolences from the national sporting community and religious leaders.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-09: Panama mourns boxing legends Ismael Laguna and María ‘Toto’ Murillo

Panama's boxing community is in mourning following the deaths of former world champion Ismael Laguna and renowned coach and mentor María ‘Toto’ Murillo.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/panama-mourns-boxing-legends-ismael-laguna-and-mara-toto-murillo

### 2026-09-08: Ismael Laguna, Panamanian boxing legend, dies at 83

Panamanian boxing legend and Hall of Fame member Ismael Laguna, the former lightweight world champion, has died at age 83.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ismael-laguna-panamanian-boxing-legend-dies-at-83

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