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From "Pretty Boy" to "Money," witness the undefeated journey of Floyd Mayweather Jr., a boxing legend who turned defensive brilliance into a billion-dollar empire.
Who is Floyd Mayweather Jr?
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Floyd Joy Mayweather Jr. is an American boxing promoter and former professional boxer, who competed between 1996 and 2017, retiring with an undefeated record.
Mayweather won 15 major world championships across five weight classes, from super featherweight to light middleweight, including the Ring magazine title in three weight classes and the lineal championship in four.
As an amateur, he won a bronze medal at the 1996 Olympics and several U.S. Golden Gloves and national championships.
Mayweather was named "Fighter of the Decade" for the 2010s by the Boxing Writers Association of America and has received numerous other awards, including multiple Fighter of the Year awards.
He is considered one of the greatest defensive boxers in history and holds records for consecutive wins in world title fights.
He is one of the most lucrative pay-per-view attractions in sports history and has topped Forbes's list of highest-paid athletes multiple times.
In 2006, he founded Mayweather Promotions. The former boxer’s career generated substantial pay-per-view buys and revenue, making him one of the wealthiest athletes of all time.
Mayweather was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2021.
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Floyd Mayweather Age
Floyd Mayweather Jr. is 48 years old (as of March 2025). Mayweather was born on February 24, 1977.
Floyd Mayweather Height
Floyd Mayweather Jr. is 5 ft 8 in tall (1.73 m).
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Floyd Mayweather Biography
Floyd Joy Mayweather Jr., born on February 24, 1977, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is an American boxing promoter and former professional boxer.
Born into a family of boxers, his father, Floyd Mayweather Sr., was a welterweight contender, and his uncles, Jeff and Roger Mayweather, were also professional boxers.
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Mayweather attended Ottawa Hills High School before dropping out to pursue boxing full-time.
Boxing was ingrained in Mayweather's life from childhood. He lived in challenging circumstances in New Brunswick, New Jersey, during the 1980s.
He later described living in a cramped apartment with limited resources. His mother struggled with drug addiction, and he witnessed the effects of drug abuse firsthand.
Mayweather's father focused on training him in boxing, often neglecting other paternal duties.
Despite their strained relationship, Floyd Sr. maintains he provided for his son. Mayweather himself acknowledges his grandmother's support and considers her instrumental in his early boxing development.
Mayweather's amateur career saw him compile an impressive record of 84 wins and 8 losses.
He won national Golden Gloves championships in 1993, 1994 and 1996.
Known as "Pretty Boy" for his defensive style, he utilised the shoulder roll technique. At the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, Mayweather won a bronze medal in the featherweight division. His semi-final loss to Serafim Todorov was controversial, with allegations of biased judging.
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Mayweather turned professional in 1996, defeating Roberto Apodaca in his debut. His uncle, Roger Mayweather, initially trained him before his father took over upon his release from prison.
Mayweather quickly established himself as a rising star, winning most of his early fights by knockout. He received praise from boxing experts and was touted as a future champion.
In 1998, Mayweather won his first world title, the WBC super featherweight championship, defeating Genaro Hernández. He defended the title against Angel Manfredy and other contenders.
By the end of 1998, he was ranked among the top pound-for-pound boxers. Mayweather continued to dominate the super featherweight division, defending his title multiple times and earning recognition as one of the world's best boxers.
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Mayweather's career progressed with victories over Diego Corrales and Carlos Hernández. He defeated Jesús Chávez in his final super featherweight bout.
He then moved up to the lightweight division, where he defeated José Luis Castillo to win the WBC and The Ring titles. Their first fight was controversial due to a close decision, prompting an immediate rematch, which Mayweather also won.
He defended his lightweight title against Victoriano Sosa and Phillip N'dou. Mayweather then moved up to the light welterweight division, defeating DeMarcus Corley and Henry Bruseles. He won the WBC light welterweight championship by defeating Arturo Gatti.
Mayweather then moved up to the welterweight division, defeating Sharmba Mitchell and Zab Judah. He won the WBC and The Ring welterweight titles by defeating Carlos Baldomir.
He then moved up to light middleweight, defeating Oscar De La Hoya to win the WBC light middleweight title.
Mayweather returned to welterweight and defeated Ricky Hatton. He then retired but returned to boxing in 2009, defeating Juan Manuel Márquez. He defeated Shane Mosley in 2010. Negotiations for a fight with Manny Pacquiao began but broke down due to disputes over drug testing.
Mayweather returned to the ring in 2011, defeating Victor Ortiz. He then defeated Miguel Cotto in 2012.
He served a brief jail term for domestic abuse. He returned to boxing in 2013, defeating Robert Guerrero and Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez. He defeated Marcos Maidana in 2014 and again in a rematch.
In 2015, Mayweather finally fought Manny Pacquiao, winning by unanimous decision. He defeated Andre Berto in his final professional fight, retiring with a 49-0 record.
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Mayweather returned to boxing in 2017 to fight MMA star Conor McGregor. He won by TKO in the 10th round, extending his undefeated record to 50-0. The fight generated significant revenue and attention.
Mayweather is known for his defensive boxing style and ability to counterpunch effectively. He is one of the most successful and highest-paid boxers in history.
Floyd Mayweather Amateur Career
Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s amateur boxing career was a significant precursor to his professional success, marked by an impressive record and a distinctive defensive style.
He compiled 84 wins against 8 losses, demonstrating his skill and potential from a young age.
His amateur achievements included national Golden Gloves championships in 1993 at 106 pounds, 1994 at 114 pounds and 1996 at 125 pounds.
During his amateur years, Mayweather earned the nickname "Pretty Boy" a testament to his ability to avoid taking significant punishment.
This was largely due to the defensive techniques taught by his father and uncle, Roger Mayweather. He became known for his mastery of the shoulder roll a classic boxing technique.
This involved keeping his right hand positioned normally or slightly higher, his left hand low around his midsection and his lead shoulder raised to protect his chin.
This stance allowed him to block slip and deflect opponents' punches even when cornered by shifting his weight and twisting his body in rhythm with their attacks.
The pinnacle of his amateur career was his participation in the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. Competing in the featherweight 57-kilogram division Mayweather won a bronze medal.
His Olympic journey began with a dominant victory over Bakhtiyar Tileganov of Kazakhstan. He followed this with a decisive win against Artur Gevorgyan of Armenia.
In the quarter-finals, he narrowly defeated Lorenzo Aragon of Cuba, marking a historic moment as the first US boxer to defeat a Cuban opponent in 20 years at the Olympics.
However, his semi-final bout against Serafim Todorov of Bulgaria ended in controversy. Despite many observers believing Mayweather had won the match the judges awarded the victory to Todorov.
The decision was met with widespread disapproval from the crowd and drew comparisons to Roy Jones Jr.'s controversial loss at the 1988 Olympics.
Adding to the controversy, the referee mistakenly raised Mayweather's hand, believing he had won.
The US team filed a formal protest alleging that the judges were influenced by Bulgarian officials. Judge Bill Waeckerle resigned from his position citing his refusal to be part of an organisation that conducted officiating in such a manner.
The US team manager Gerald Smith claimed that Mayweather landed punches that were not counted while Todorov received points without landing any blows.
Waeckerle described the judging as "totally incompetent”, highlighting the judges' failure to penalise Todorov for repeated slapping.
Mayweather himself expressed his frustration stating "Everybody knows Floyd Mayweather is the gold-medal favourite at 57 kilograms. In America, it's known as 125 pounds. You know and I know I wasn't getting hit. They say he's the world champion. Now you all know who the real world champion is."
Despite the controversial outcome, his amateur record and Olympic performance laid the foundation for his remarkable professional career.
Floyd Mayweather Boxing Record
Amateur Record: 84 wins and 8 losses.
Professional Record: 50 wins and 0 losses — 27 wins by KO.
Floyd Mayweather Titles
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Major world titles
• WBC super featherweight champion (130 lbs)
• WBC lightweight champion (135 lbs)
• WBC super lightweight champion (140 lbs)
• WBA (Super) welterweight champion (147 lbs)
• WBC welterweight champion (147 lbs) (2×)
• IBF welterweight champion (147 lbs)
• WBO welterweight champion (147 lbs)
• WBA (Super) light middleweight champion (154 lbs)
• WBC light middleweight champion (154 lbs) (2×)
The Ring magazine titles
• The Ring lightweight champion (135 lbs)
• The Ring welterweight champion (147 lbs) (2×)
• The Ring light middleweight champion (154 lbs)
Minor world titles
• IBO welterweight champion (147 lbs)
• IBA welterweight champion (147 lbs)
Honorary titles
• WBA Man of Triumph Gold champion
• WBC Emeritus Champion
• WBC Diamond Light Middleweight champion
• WBC 24K Gold champion
• WBC Supreme champion
• WBC Emerald champion
• WBC Money champion
Amateur titles
• 1993 Michigan State Golden Gloves Champion (106 lbs)
• 1993 National Golden Gloves Champion (106 lbs)
• 1994 Michigan State Golden Gloves Champion (112 lbs)
• 1994 National Golden Gloves Champion (112 lbs) – Outstanding Boxer Award
• 1995 National PAL Champion (125 lbs) – Outstanding Boxer Award
• 1995 United States National Amateur Boxing Featherweight Champions (125 lbs)
• 1996 Michigan State Golden Gloves Champion (125 lbs)
• 1996 National Golden Gloves Champion (125 lbs)
• 1996 Atlanta Olympics Featherweight Bronze medallist
Floyd Mayweather Medal Record
Olympic Games
1996 Atlanta
Bronze medal (Featherweight)
Floyd Mayweather Fights
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1. Roberto Apodaca - October 11, 1996
2. Reggie Sanders - November 30, 1996
3. Jerry Cooper - January 18, 1997
4. Edgar Ayala - February 1, 1997
5. Kino Rodriguez - March 12, 1997
6. Bobby Giepert - April 12, 1997
7. Tony Duran - May 9, 1997
8. Larry O'Shields - June 14, 1997
9. Jesus Roberto Chavez - July 12, 1997
10. Louie Leija - September 6, 1997
11. Felipe Garcia - October 14, 1997
12. Angelo Nuñez - November 20, 1997
13. Hector Arroyo - January 9, 1998
14. Sam Girard - February 28, 1998
15. Miguel Melo - March 23, 1998
16. Gustavo Cuello - April 18, 1998
17. Tony Pep - June 14, 1998
18. Genaro Hernández - October 3, 1998
19. Angel Manfredy - December 19, 1998
20. Carlos Rios - February 17, 1999
21. Justin Juuko - May 22, 1999
22. Carlos Gerena - September 11, 1999
23. Gregorio Vargas - March 18, 2000
24. Emanuel Augustus - October 21, 2000
25. Diego Corrales - January 20, 2001
26. Carlos Hernández - May 26, 2001
27. Jesús Chávez - November 10, 2001
28. José Luis Castillo - April 20, 2002
29. José Luis Castillo - December 7, 2002
30. Victoriano Sosa - April 19, 2003
31. Phillip N'dou - November 1, 2003
32. DeMarcus Corley - May 22, 2004
33. Henry Bruseles - January 22, 2005
34. Arturo Gatti - June 25, 2005
35. Sharmba Mitchell - November 19, 2005
36. Zab Judah - April 8, 2006
37. Carlos Baldomir - November 4, 2006
38. Oscar De La Hoya - May 5, 2007
39. Ricky Hatton - December 8, 2007
40. Juan Manuel Márquez - September 19, 2009
41. Shane Mosley - May 1, 2010
42. Victor Ortiz - September 17, 2011
43. Miguel Cotto - May 5, 2012
44. Robert Guerrero - May 4, 2013
45. Canelo Álvarez - September 14, 2013
46. Marcos Maidana - May 3, 2014
47. Marcos Maidana - September 13, 2014
48. Manny Pacquiao - May 2, 2015
49. Andre Berto - September 12, 2015
50. Conor McGregor - August 26, 2017
Floyd Mayweather Girlfriend
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While Floyd Mayweather Jr. has not been married, he has had several significant relationships and is a father of several children.
Currently, he is known to be dating Gallienne Nabila. Nabila is a model and social media personality, whose relationship with the retired boxer has been said to be one and off since 2019.
She frequently appears alongside him at events and shares glimpses of their life on social media. While details about her background remain relatively private, her presence in Mayweather's life has drawn public attention.
She is seen as a supportive partner, and her social media presence showcases a glamorous lifestyle often intertwined with Mayweather's public appearances and business ventures.
One of Mayweather’s most significant relationships was with Josie Harris, the mother of three of his children, with whom he had a tumultuous relationship.
Harris passed away in 2020. She was 40.
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Floyd Mayweather Daughter
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Floyd Mayweather Jr. is a father of two daughters and two sons.
Koraun Mayweather: He is one of Floyd's sons, born to Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Josie Harris.
Iyanna "Yaya" Mayweather: She is Floyd's daughter, born to Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Melissia Brim.
Zion Shamaree Mayweather: He is also one of Floyd's sons, born to Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Josie Harris.
Jirah Milan Mayweather: She is Floyd's daughter, also born to Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Josie Harris.
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It is also worth noting that Mayweather has also taken on the role of legal guardian to Devion Cromwell, Melissia Brim’s son from a previous relationship.
Therefore, Floyd Mayweather Jr. has four biological children and has taken on a legal guardian role.
Floyd Mayweather Net Worth
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Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s net worth is estimated to be around $500 million. Mayweather's primary source of wealth is his boxing career, and he consistently commanded massive pay-per-view earnings, especially in his later fights.
His fights against Manny Pacquiao and Conor McGregor generated record-breaking revenue, contributing hundreds of millions to his fortune.
It is widely reported that his career earnings have surpassed $1.1 billion.
By establishing his own promotional company, Mayweather Promotions, Mayweather gained significant control over his fights and earnings.
This allowed him to retain a larger share of the profits.
This company also promotes other boxing events, providing an ongoing revenue stream.
Even after his professional retirement, Mayweather continues to participate in exhibition matches, which generate substantial income.
Furthermore, Mayweather has diversified his wealth through various investments, including Real estate — he owns a portfolio of high-value properties — and luxury assets — he is known for his extensive collections of luxury cars, jewellery and watches.
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While not his primary source of income, Mayweather also secured various endorsement deals throughout his career.
Floyd Mayweather Instagram
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Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s Instagram (@floydmayweather) is a window into his opulent lifestyle.
Expect a barrage of luxury: private jets, designer watches, stacks of cash and high-end cars. He showcases his business ventures, particularly Mayweather Promotions and his continued involvement in boxing through exhibition matches.
There are also glimpses of his family and social life, often at exclusive events.
The account is a constant reminder of his "Money" persona, projecting an image of unparalleled wealth and success to his millions of followers, currently 29.7 million as of March 2025.
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