Who Is Danny Garcia (boxer)? Age, Biography and Wiki
Danny Garcia, an accomplished American professional boxer, was born on March 20, 1988, making him 37 years old as of 2025. He has earned a stellar reputation in the boxing community, known for his exceptional skills and tenacity in the ring. Over the years, Danny has held multiple world championships in two weight classes, including the WBA (Super), WBC, and IBF light welterweight titles. His dedication to the sport and impactful performances have made him a household name.
| Occupation | Sports |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | March 20, 1988 |
| Age | 37 Years |
| Birth Place | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Pisces |
| Country | U.S |
Popularity
Danny Garcia (boxer)'s Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Danny Garcia stands tall at 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm) and has a competitive fighting weight that typically ranges around 140–147 lbs (63.5–66.7 kg). Known for his athletic physique, Danny maintains a well-balanced body structure that showcases his training regimen and dedication to his craft.
Danny Óscar Garcia (born March 20, 1988) is an American professional boxer. He has held multiple world championships in two weight classes, including the unified World Boxing Association (WBA) (Super version), World Boxing Council (WBC), Ring magazine, and lineal light welterweight titles between 2012 and 2015, and the WBC welterweight title from 2016 to 2017.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, Danny Garcia's relationship status has been a topic of interest among fans and media. He is currently engaged to his longtime girlfriend, who supports him through his boxing career. The couple has been open about their relationship on social media, often sharing glimpses of their life together. Danny comes from a close-knit family, and his upbringing in Philadelphia has significantly shaped his career and values.
His mother was from Bayamón and his father was from Naguabo. His father, Ángel, was also a boxer who introduced him to boxing, taking him to Philadelphia's Harrowgate Boxing Club when he was ten years old, which was the minimum age allowed by local law for a minor to train. Ángel has since been Danny's primary boxing coach.
Having been raised in the city with the second-largest Puerto Rican community in the United States, Danny identified with his heritage, stating early in his career the desire to become the "next great Puerto Rican fighter".
Net Worth and Salary
Danny Garcia's net worth is estimated to be approximately $8 million as of 2025. His earnings have primarily come from his successful boxing career, with substantial income generated from fight purses, endorsements, and sponsorships. His estimated salary per fight is reported to be in the millions, reflecting his high-profile status in the sport.
Career, Business, and Investments
Danny Garcia’s boxing career spans over a decade, during which he has faced off against numerous notable opponents. In addition to his in-ring accomplishments, Danny is also an astute businessman. He has invested in various ventures, including fitness-related businesses and promotional companies, aiming to diversify his income and ensure long-term financial security. Danny continues to be active in the boxing scene, looking to expand his legacy further.
On August 23, 2012, Garcia agreed to fight Ring top 10 light welterweight, Érik Morales (52-8, 36 KOs) in a rematch. The fight was scheduled to take place on October 20, in Brooklyn. On October 19, it was revealed that Morales had tested positive for banned substance clenbuterol. This was part of a random drug test from the U.S.
Anti-Doping Agency. It was said that the card would still take place. Garcia decided to go ahead with the fight, where he would see a career-high $1 million purse. In front of 11,112 at the newly opened Barclays Center, Garcia retained his WBC, WBA (Super) & The Ring title's by knocking out Morales with a thunderous left hook in the fourth round.
Garcia landed only 57 of 220 punches thrown (26%), but it was clear he was looking for an early win. After the fight, Garcia said, "I showed him too much respect in the first fight. You see the first fight, I thought this fight would be more of a war. I never duck anybody. I fought Khan and no one gave me a chance.
Keep lining them up and I'll knock them down."
Social Network
Danny Garcia has a significant presence on social media platforms, including Instagram and Twitter, where he connects with fans and shares updates about his career and personal life. His engaging posts often feature training sessions, promotional events, and moments with family. His followers appreciate his authenticity and dedication to his craft, making him one of the more relatable figures in sports today.
Garcia lost the fight on a split decision with the scorecards 116–112, 113-115 & 115–113 in favor of Thurman, making Thurman the unified welterweight world champion. Thurman started off as the aggressor hitting and moving back to avoid García's counter hooks. This was the case for the majority of the fight.
Garcia began coming forward through the middle rounds and push Thurman on the back foot. Thurman backed off the championship rounds believing he had a comfortable enough lead to win the fight. MC Jimmy Lennon Jr. gave Garcia false hope that he had won the fight when he announced WBA before WBC, making Garcia believe he had won.
Garcia spoke in the post fight interview believing he had a good case of winning the fight, "I thought I won, and I was pushing the fight, but it is what it is. He was trying to counter.
I had to wait to find my spots." Compubox stats showed Thurman landed 147 of 570 punches thrown, a percentage of 26% and Garcia landed 130 punches of his 434 thrown (30%). It was also reported that both fighters received a purse of $2 million a piece. The fight was attended by a boxing record of 16,533 at the Barclays Center.
According to The Ring, the fight peaked at 5.1 million viewers, which was at the last three rounds. The fight averaged 3.74 million viewers. This was the first time since 1998 that a Saturday primetime boxing telecast drew that kind of audience. The entire card drew an average 3.1 million viewers.
Education
While primarily known for his boxing prowess, Danny Garcia also values education and personal growth. He completed his high school education in Philadelphia and has emphasized the importance of discipline and knowledge in his career. Although he dedicated most of his time to boxing, he encourages young athletes to prioritize their education alongside their sports pursuits.
After holding out for a possible super fight with Floyd Mayweather Jr., Garcia announced his next fight would be against Colombian fringe contender Samuel Vargas (25-2-1, 13 KOs) at the Liacouras Center in Temple University's in Philadelphia on November 12.
It was said that the fight would be a non-title, 10 round fight and would pave the way for a unification fight with Keith Thurman in 2017. This was the first time Garcia fought in his hometown of Philadelphia since 2010. After dropping Vargas in round 2, the fight became one sided.
Garcia eventually forced the referee to stop the fight in round 7 following a barrage of punches which pinned Vargas against the ropes. Thurman was on commentator duty for the fight and entered the ring after the fight was over to engage a staredown and exchange of words with Garcia.
