Why is Jake Paul called the rooster?

Last Modified Jun 25, 2025 06:24 GMT
Jake Paul Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Press Conference
Jake Paul Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Press Conference

Jake Paul was born on January 17, 1997, in Cleveland, Ohio. He became an early star on the now-defunct video app Vine before becoming a YouTuber known for pranks and vlogs. Paul was also an actor whose first role was on the Disney Channel series "Bizaardvark." The Ohio native created Team 10, a collaborative entertainment group, with whom he released the single, "It's Everyday Bro," which became a viral hit, despite being poorly received. He further expanded his ventures into business, endorsing popular brands like Celsius and Betr, while also hosting his own podcast called ‘BS w/ Jake Paul’.

‘The Problem Child’ Jake Paul started his pro-boxing campaign in 2018. Since that time, he's compiled a 10-1 record with victories over the likes of Nate Robinson and former UFC fighter Nate Diaz. Paul would continue to expand his combat sports portfolio when he recently inked a multi-year deal with the Professional Fighters League, as well as co-founding the promotional company Most Valuable Promotions.

Jake Paul Nickname

Jake Paul is nicknamed ‘The Rooster,’ or ‘El Gallo de Dorado,’ due to his confident fighting style in the boxing ring that resembles a gamecock. This nickname was adopted after he moved to Puerto Rico, where he has been training. He even wore red feathers on his fight shorts against Ryan Bourland to honor this moniker, symbolizing his aggressive and bold fighting style.

Jake Paul's former ring moniker is ‘The Problem Child’. That name comes from his controversial, riveting persona on screen and off. First famous for YouTube pranks and music videos, Paul transitioned to boxing, but not without creating chaos in a career that's been short but full of attention. He always embraced the role of a villain, which has certainly helped him become a recognizable name in the sport and develop a massive following on his side.

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FAQs on Jake Paul's nickname

A. Jake Paul’s new nickname ‘The Rooster,’ or ‘El Gallo de Dorado’. This moniker was given to him by the people of Puerto Rico.

 A. ‘El Gallo de Dorado’ translated to ‘The fighting rooster of Dorado’.

A. As of June 2025, Jake Paul maintains a professional record of nine wins and one loss (11-1-0).

A. Jake Paul moved to Puerto Rico for a change in lifestyle and to focus more intensely on his boxing career and personal well-being.

A. Jake Paul’s fight against Mike Tyson took place on November 15, 2024.

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