Oscar De La Hoya, born in 1973, is a prominent name in the world of boxing, having both competed professionally and become a successful boxing promoter. Throughout his career from 1992 to 2008, he attained international recognition for winning 11 world titles across six different weight classes and securing the lineal championship in three weight categories. His nickname, "The Golden Boy," reflects his status as a celebrated figure in the sport.
One of the milestones of his career was his participation in the 1992 Summer Olympics, where he clinched a gold medal in the lightweight division, a victory that significantly impacted the sport and solidified his reputation as a boxing elite. De La Hoya's influence transcended his accomplishments in the ring. He played a pivotal role in generating around $700 million in pay-per-view revenue, establishing himself as the top pay-per-view earner until later surpassed by Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao.
In 2002, he ventured into promoting by founding Golden Boy Promotions, a company focused on promoting boxing fights. This venture made headlines as he became the first American of Mexican descent to own a national boxing promotional firm. Furthermore, Golden Boy Promotions holds a 25% stake in the Houston Dynamo.
Presently, Golden Boy Promotions boasts talents like Ryan Garcia, representing the face of modern boxing under De La Hoya's guidance.
How many kids does Oscar De La Hoya have?
Oscar De La Hoya, the former Olympian and professional boxer, is a proud father of six children.
Jacob De La Hoya
Jacob De La Hoya, Oscar’s eldest son, was born on February 18, 1998, to his ex-girlfriend, Toni Alvarado. Jacob graduated from the University of Southern California in 2020 with a B.S. in real estate development. He works as a sales development representative at Molten and has inherited his dad’s athletic skills, enjoying sports from golf to football to snowboarding.
Devon De La Hoya
Devon, born in 1998, is another son of Oscar from his earlier relationships. His mother is Angelicque McQueen.
Atiana De La Hoya
Oscar shares a daughter, Atiana, with his ex-fiancée Shanna Moakler. Atiana was born in 1999 and has found success as a model.
Oscar Gabriel De La Hoya Jr.
Oscar Jr. is one of the children Oscar had with his estranged wife, Millie Corretjer.
Nina Lauren Nenitte De La Hoya
Nina is Oscar’s daughter from his marriage to Millie Corretjer.
Victoria De La Hoya
Victoria is the third child Oscar had with Millie Corretjer and his youngest kid.
*Last updated on April 19, 2024.
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