Who Is Evander Holyfield? Age, Biography, and Wiki
Evander Holyfield, born on October 19, 1962, is a retired American professional boxer renowned for his impressive career as a heavyweight champion. As of 2025, Holyfield is 62 years old. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2017, solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest boxers of all time. Over his career, he holds numerous titles, including being the first four-time world heavyweight champion.
For more on his life, visit his Wikipedia page.
| Occupation | Autobiographer |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | October 19, 1962 |
| Age | 62 Years |
| Birth Place | Atmore, Alabama, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Libra |
| Country | U.S |
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Evander Holyfield's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Evander Holyfield stands at an impressive height of 6 feet 2 inches (188 cm) and maintained a fighting weight of approximately 215 pounds (98 kg) during his prime boxing days. His robust physique is complemented by a well-toned body, a testament to his rigorous training and dedication to the sport.
Evander Holyfield (born October 19, 1962) is an American former professional boxer who competed between 1984 and 2011.
He reigned as the undisputed champion in the cruiserweight division in the late 1980s and at heavyweight in the early 1990s, and was the only boxer in history to win the undisputed championship in two weight classes in the "three-belt era", a feat later surpassed by Terence Crawford, Naoya Inoue and Oleksandr Usyk, who became two-weight undisputed
champions in the four-belt era.
Nicknamed "the Real Deal", Holyfield is the only four-time world heavyweight champion, having held the unified World Boxing Association (WBA), World Boxing Council (WBC), and International Boxing Federation (IBF) titles from 1990 to 1992, the WBA and IBF titles again from 1993 to 1994, the WBA title a third time from 1996 to 1999; the IBF title a t
hird time from 1997 to 1999 and the WBA title for a fourth time from 2000 to 2001.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
In 2025, Evander Holyfield is reportedly single, focusing on personal growth and mentoring young boxers. He has had a storied history of relationships and was married twice—first to Paulette Holyfield and later to Candi Holyfield. Holyfield is also dedicated to his children, having fathered a total of six kids, providing them with a supportive and nurturing environment.
Then came the rematch with Bowe on November 6, 1993. In what is considered by many sporting historians as one of the most bizarre moments in boxing's history, during round seven the crowd got off their feet and many people started to run for cover and yell. Holyfield took his eyes off Bowe for one moment and then told Bowe to look up to the skies.
What they saw was a man in a parachute flying dangerously close to them. The man almost entered the ring, but his parachute had gotten entangled in the lights and he landed on the ropes and apron of the ring, and he was then pulled into the crowd, where he was beaten by members of Bowe's entourage.
Bowe's pregnant wife, Judy, fainted and had to be taken to the hospital from the arena. Twenty minutes later, calm was restored and Holyfield went on to recover his world heavyweight titles with a close 12 round majority decision.
The man who parachuted down to the middle of the ring became known as The Fan Man and the fight itself became known as the Fan Man Fight. His victory over Bowe that year helped Holyfield being named as ABC's Wide World of Sports Athlete of the Year for 1993.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Evander Holyfield's net worth is estimated to be approximately $500 million. His wealth comes not only from his boxing career but also from successful ventures in the real estate market, endorsements, and business investments. In recent years, Holyfield has been involved in various collaborations, including partnerships with health and wellness brands, contributing to his substantial earnings.
Career, Business, and Investments
Holyfield's boxing career began in 1984, and he quickly rose to fame, known for his famous battles against fighters like Mike Tyson and Lennox Lewis. Today, in 2025, he continues to be active in the boxing community. He has expanded his reach into business with a successful line of energy drinks and is an investor in several projects, including gyms and sports academies aimed at helping the next generation of boxers.
Holyfield made his next defense in Atlanta against late replacement in Bert Cooper over Francesco Damiani who suffered a foot injury in training days before the fight, Cooper surprised Holyfield with a very good effort.
Holyfield scored the first knockdown of the fight against Cooper with a powerful shot to the body, but Cooper returned the favor with a good right hand that sent Holyfield against the ropes; while not an actual knockdown, referee Mills Lane gave Holyfield a standing eight-count.
Having suffered the first technical knockdown of his professional career, Holyfield regained his composure quickly and administered a beating that left Cooper still on his feet, but unable to defend himself. Holyfield landed brutal power shots, culminated by repeated vicious uppercuts that snapped Cooper's head back.
Referee Mills Lane stopped the bout in the seventh.
Social Network
Evander Holyfield maintains a vibrant presence on social media, connecting with fans and fellow athletes. He regularly shares insights into his training routines, motivational life lessons, and updates on his entrepreneurial ventures across platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. As of 2025, he has accumulated over 2 million followers on Instagram, where he engages actively with his audience.
Education
Holyfield's education was primarily focused on athletics, and he honed his craft in boxing from a young age. Although he did not pursue a traditional college education, he has emphasized the importance of mentorship and personal development in his life. In recent years, he has offered motivational seminars and workshops, imparting valuable lessons learned from his boxing career and life experiences.
