Floyd Mayweather, Jr.

Date of Birth: February 24, 1977

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Biography

Floyd Mayweather, Jr., born Floyd Joy Sinclair, is an American professional boxing promoter and former professional boxer. He was born on February 24, 1977, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, into a family of boxers. His father, Floyd Mayweather Sr., was a former welterweight contender, and his uncles Jeff and Roger Mayweather were also professional boxers. Floyd began boxing at a young age, guided by his father and uncle Roger, who later became his trainer. Mayweather’s boxing career is marked by an unbeaten record of 50 wins and 0 losses, making him one of the most successful and celebrated boxers of all time. He has won world titles in five different weight classes and is known for his defensive prowess, speed, and ring intelligence. His most notable fights include victories over Oscar De La Hoya, Ricky Hatton, Miguel Cotto, Canelo Alvarez, and Manny Pacquiao. He also participated in a highly publicized bout against UFC star Conor McGregor in 2017, which he won by TKO in the 10th round. Outside the ring, Mayweather is known for his flamboyant lifestyle and business acumen. He founded Mayweather Promotions, a boxing promotional firm, and has been involved in various entertainment ventures. Despite controversies and legal troubles, Mayweather has remained a significant figure in the sports world.

5 Interesting Facts about Floyd Mayweather, Jr.

1. Floyd Mayweather, Jr. won a bronze medal in the featherweight division at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.

2. He was named “Fighter of the Decade” for the 2010s by the Boxing Writers Association of America.

3. Mayweather has generated approximately 24 million pay-per-view buys and $1.67 billion in revenue throughout his career.

4. He was the highest-paid athlete in the world several times, according to Forbes.

5. Mayweather’s nickname is “Money,” which reflects his significant earnings and lavish lifestyle.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Floyd Mayweather, Jr.

1. “You have good days, you have bad days. But the main thing is to grow mentally.”

2. “A true champion can adapt to anything.”

3. “I’m not in this sport to say a guy is tough. I’m in this sport to say I’m the best.”

4. “Hard work, dedication.”

5. “I don’t fight for legacy. I don’t fight for none of that. I fight for the check. I’m in the check-cashing business.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Floyd Mayweather, Jr.’s highest net worth has been estimated to be around $1.2 billion.

Children

Floyd Mayweather, Jr. has four children: 1. Iyanna Mayweather (born in 2000) 2. Koraun Mayweather (born in 1999) 3. Zion Mayweather (born in 2001) 4. Jirah Mayweather (born in 2004)