Date of Birth: January 31, 1987
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Biography
Victor Ortiz is an accomplished American professional boxer and former WBC Welterweight Champion. Born and raised in Garden City, Kansas, Ortiz rose to prominence in the boxing world due to his aggressive fighting style and impressive knockout power. He began his professional career in 2004 and quickly made a name for himself with a series of decisive victories. Ortiz’s career hit a high point in 2011 when he won the WBC Welterweight title by defeating Andre Berto in a thrilling bout that was later named the Fight of the Year by The Ring magazine. Outside the ring, Ortiz has ventured into acting, appearing in films such as “The Expendables 3” and “Southpaw,” as well as participating in reality TV shows like “Dancing with the Stars.” Despite facing several ups and downs in his career, Ortiz remains a popular figure in the boxing community and continues to inspire many with his resilience and determination.
5 Interesting Facts about Victor Ortiz
1. Victor Ortiz was abandoned by his mother at the age of seven and was later placed in foster care after his father also left.
2. Ortiz is bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish fluently.
3. He made his acting debut in the 2013 film “The Expendables 3,” where he starred alongside Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger.
4. Ortiz participated in Season 16 of “Dancing with the Stars” and was partnered with professional dancer Lindsay Arnold.
5. He has been nicknamed “Vicious” for his powerful and aggressive fighting style.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Victor Ortiz
1. “I don’t fight for titles. I fight for my family.”
2. “Life is all about obstacles and learning to overcome them.”
3. “Every time I step into the ring, I fight for my dreams and for those who believe in me.”
4. “Success is not just about winning, it’s about pushing through the challenges.”
5. “Boxing is a sport that teaches you discipline, respect, and how to handle adversity.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Victor Ortiz is estimated to be around $7 million.
Children
Victor Ortiz has a son named Royal Ortiz, born in January 2017.
Relevant Links
1. [Victor Ortiz on BoxRec](https://boxrec.com/en/proboxer/281051
2. [Victor Ortiz on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5012715/
3. [Victor Ortiz’s Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/viciousortiz/
4. [Victor Ortiz – The Ring Magazine](https://www.ringtv.com/tag/victor-ortiz/
