Evander Holyfield was one of the best boxers during the 1990s, and here is everything you need to know about him including his net worth, salary, records and endorsements
Evander Holyfield Facts
| Birth Place | Atmore, Alabama |
| Father’s Name | Isom Coley |
| Mother’s Name | Annie Laura Holyfield |
| Star Sign | Libra |
| Wife | Paulette Bowen (1985-1991) Janice Itson (1996-2000) Candi Calvana Smith (2003-2012) |
| Children | Evander Holyfield Jr., Elijah Esaias Holyfield, Elwin Holyfield, Eli Ethan Holyfield, Elijah Jedidiah Holyfield, Eden Eloise Holyfield, Eve Elizabeth Holyfield, and Emani Winter Holyfield |
| Net Worth | $1 million |
| Age | 62 years |
| Date of Birth | October 19, 1962 |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 6 ft 2 in (189 cm) |
| Weight class | Heavyweight/Light-heavyweight/Cruiserweight |
| Reach | 77.5 in (197 cm) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Nickname(s) | ‘The Real Deal’ |
| Endorsements | Arise Bank |
Evander Holyfield is one of the greatest boxers of all time. ‘The Real Deal’ as he is known, dominated the sport of boxing in the 1990s. He holds two wins over the dangerous Mike Tyson. He made a comeback after 10 years against Vitor Belfort. However, he lost the fight in the very first round.
Last Updated: 14-07-2023
Evander Holyfield Net Worth and Salary
Evander Holyfield has a net worth of $1 million. There was a time he had a massive net worth of over $200 million. He was one of the richest boxers in the world. However, several issues like mortgage, divorce settlements, and bad management of money dwindled his net worth. Evander Holyfield is an entrepreneur and he collaborates with many organizations.
It is worthy to be noted that, Holyfield had career earnings exceeding $500 million.
Evander Holyfield Boxing Career and Record
Evander Holyfield made his boxing debut on the 15th of November, 1984 against Lionel Byam in a 6-round match. He won the match via. unanimous decision.
Holyfield went 8-0 up by the end of 1985. On the 12th of July, 1986 he won the WBA Cruiserweight title against Dwight Muhammad Qawi when he was just 23 years old.
He defended his title several times. By the end of 1988, Holyfield’s record read 20 wins and no losses.
‘The Real Deal’ won the WBC Continental Americas heavyweight title against Michael Dokes in March 1989.
After a stunning knockout win over Buster Douglas in 1990, Holyfield won the WBA, WBC, and IBF heavyweight titles.
He faced his first loss against Riddick Bowe, via. unanimous decision and also lost his WBA, WBC, and IBF heavyweight titles.
In a fiery contest against Mike Tyson in November 1996, Holyfield won the WBA Heavyweight title.
He won the rematch in a rather controversial fashion after Tyson was disqualified for biting Holyfield’s ear.
Holyfield struggled to win both of his fights against Lennox Lewis. He drew the first one and lost the next.
His last fight was against Brian Nielsen in May 2011.
Boxing record – 44 wins, 10 losses and 2 draws.
Evander Holyfield Family, Personal Life and Endorsements
Evander Holyfield was born on the 19th of October, 1962 in Atmore, Alabama to parents Isom Coley and Annie Laura Holyfield.
He has fathered several children, across numerous relationships.
These are the names of the children Holyfield has fathered – Evander Holyfield Jr., Elijah Esaias Holyfield, Elwin Holyfield, Eli Ethan Holyfield, Elijah Jedidiah Holyfield, Eden Eloise Holyfield, Eve Elizabeth Holyfield, and Emani Winter Holyfield.
He was married to Paulette Bowen from 1985 to 1991, then Janice Itson from 1996-2000. His last known notable relationship was his marriage to Candi Calvana Smith from 2003-2012.
Holyfield endorses Arise Bank. He also endorsed Coca-Cola and Diet Coke.
FAQs about Evander Holyfield
Evander Holyfield has a net worth of $1 million.
Evander Holyfield was born on the 19th of October, 1962.
Evander Holyfield was born in Atmore, Alabama.
Evander Holyfield made his boxing debut on the 15th of November, 1984.
Evander Holyfield’s boxing record reads – 44 wins, 10 losses and 2 draws.
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