Oscar De La Hoya

Date of Birth: February 4, 1973

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Biography

Oscar De La Hoya is a retired American professional boxer, boxing promoter, and mixed martial arts (MMA) promoter. Born in East Los Angeles, California, De La Hoya rose to prominence as a boxer in the early 1990s. Known as “The Golden Boy,” he won a gold medal in the lightweight division at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, which catapulted him into the public eye. De La Hoya turned professional later that year and went on to win ten world titles in six different weight classes, making him one of the most successful and versatile fighters in the history of the sport. Throughout his career, De La Hoya was known for his charisma, good looks, and skill in the ring, which earned him a large fan base. He fought some of the biggest names in boxing, including Julio César Chávez, Félix Trinidad, Shane Mosley, and Floyd Mayweather Jr. De La Hoya retired from boxing in 2009 with a professional record of 39 wins, 6 losses, and 30 knockouts. After retiring from boxing, De La Hoya transitioned into the role of a promoter. He founded Golden Boy Promotions, which has become one of the most successful promotional companies in boxing. He has also ventured into the world of MMA promotion, further expanding his influence in the combat sports industry.

5 Interesting Facts about Oscar De La Hoya

1. Oscar De La Hoya is of Mexican descent and has dual citizenship in the United States and Mexico.

2. He was the first American to win an Olympic gold medal in boxing since 1984.

3. De La Hoya released a Latin pop album titled “Oscar” in 2000, which was nominated for a Grammy Award.

4. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2014.

5. De La Hoya has faced numerous legal issues, including allegations of sexual assault and substance abuse problems, which he has openly discussed in interviews.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Oscar De La Hoya

1. “There is always space for improvement, no matter how long you’ve been in the business.”

2. “The fight is won or lost far away from witnesses—behind the lines, in the gym, and out there on the road, long before I dance under those lights.”

3. “I have to be honest, I think the best fighters in the world fight for a purpose.”

4. “If you want to be the best, you have to do things that other people aren’t willing to do.”

5. “I feel very proud of the fact that I’ve fought for a cause and that I’ve helped the Latino community.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At his peak, Oscar De La Hoya’s net worth was estimated to be around $200 million.

Children

Oscar De La Hoya has six children. His children are: 1. Jacob De La Hoya 2. Devon De La Hoya 3. Atiana De La Hoya 4. Nina Lauren Nenitte De La Hoya 5. Oscar Gabriel De La Hoya 6. Victoria Lauren Rose De La Hoya