Who Is James DeGale? Age, Biography and Wiki
James DeGale was born on February 3, 1986, making him 39 years old in 2025. He is a prominent British professional boxer who has gained recognition for his accomplishments in the ring. DeGale turned professional in 2009 after a stellar amateur career, which included winning a gold medal at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing. His journey through boxing has been marked by determination, skill, and significant achievements.
| Occupation | Sports |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | February 3, 1986 |
| Age | 39 Years |
| Birth Place | Hammersmith, West London, England |
| Horoscope | Aquarius |
| Country | England |
Popularity
James DeGale's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
James DeGale stands tall at 6 feet (183 cm) and weighs around 168 pounds (76 kg) when competing in the super middleweight division. Known for his athletic build and keen sense of strategy in the ring, his measurements contribute to his effectiveness as a boxer.
DeGale represented Great Britain at the 2008 Summer Olympics in the Middleweight boxing event, winning the gold medal.
In the quarter-finals he beat a former Olympic gold medalist from Athens (Bakhtiyar Artayev) and in the semi-final once again beat the late Irishman Darren Sutherland (prior to this latest meeting the boxers had fought five times with Sutherland winning four and DeGale only one).
In the final DeGale won a scrappy and bad tempered affair against the Cuban Emilio Correa who was docked two points in the first round for biting DeGale's shoulder.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, DeGale has maintained a relatively private life regarding his personal relationships. While he has been linked to various individuals in the past, there has been no confirmed girlfriend or partner publicly known. James has a close relationship with his family, which has played an important role in his career; however, he tends to keep most details about his dating life out of the spotlight.
Born to a black Grenadian father and a white English mother, DeGale started amateur boxing at the Trojan club at the age of 10 before moving to Dale Youth boxing club. As a boy he soon acquired the nickname "Chunky", a name that has followed him throughout his career. The predominantly southpaw Londoner fights as a switch hitter.
At the Commonwealth Games 2006 he won Bronze when he lost to Jarrod Fletcher.
Net Worth and Salary
James DeGale's net worth in 2025 is estimated to be around $10 million. His earnings primarily come from his boxing career, which includes fight purses, sponsorship deals, and merchandise sales. Throughout his career, DeGale has been involved in several high-profile matches, boosting his financial portfolio significantly.
On 3 January 2019, an official press conference took place to announce the James DeGale vs. Chris Eubank Jr. grudge match, which would take place on 23 February at The O2 Arena in London, exclusively on ITV Box Office, as part of ITV's new deal with Haymon Sports’ Premier Boxing Champions.
The rivalry between DeGale and Eubank (27–2, 21 KOs) began a few years ago, after a series of run-ins, from sparring one another in the gym to trading verbal insults across social media. Serious talks around the fight first began in July 2018 after DeGale vacated his IBF super-middleweight title.
The last time DeGale had fought a fellow British boxer, until that point, was the majority decision loss to George Groves in May 2011. The fight was originally slated to take place in December 2018, however a deal had yet to be agreed.
The possibility of the fight was first announced in November 2018 with PBC's plans to 'Invade UK Market', it was then stated a pay-per-view bout would be imminent. Eubank revealed he had been training in Las Vegas at the Mayweather Boxing Club alongside former boxer Nate Vasquez, who trains boxers and MMA fighters.
Eubank said, "Instead of me going through the motions and trying to beat guys using heart and determination. Now we have strategy involved. This is going to take me to the next level." International Boxing Organization president Ed Levine confirmed their super-middleweight title would be at stake.
Career, Business and Investments
After an impressive amateur career, DeGale turned professional in 2009, quickly rising through the ranks of the boxing world. He became a world champion in 2015, holding the IBF super middleweight title. DeGale's career has featured memorable bouts against notable opponents, contributing to his legacy in the sport.
In addition to boxing, DeGale has ventured into business, exploring opportunities in fitness and health-related ventures, capitalizing on his experience as an elite athlete. He is also involved in investments, though details are often kept private to protect his financial interests.
On 15 Feb 2016 it was announced that DeGale would make second defence of his IBF title against mandatory challenger Rogelio 'Porky' Medina (36–6, 30 KOs), with the fight to take place on 30 April at the DC Armory in Washington, D.C.
DeGale was originally supposed to fight mandatory José Uzcátegui, however Uzcategui suffered an illness.< DeGale outpointed Medina in a harder than expected fight. DeGale won on all three judges scorecards 117–111, 116–112, and 115–113. The fight averaged of 342,000 viewers and peaked at 397,000 on Showtime.
Medina threw over a thousand punches during the fight and had some success cutting off the ring and cornering DeGale, but DeGale was ultimately able to win the fight with his skills, landing about half of his punches.
Badou Jack also retained his WBC title with a draw against Lucian Bute, which was later changed to a DQ win for Jack, to set up a unification fight next.
Social Network
James DeGale actively engages with his fans and followers on social media platforms. He utilizes Instagram and Twitter (@JamesDeGale1) to update supporters about his life, training, and upcoming fights, sharing glimpses of both his professional endeavors and personal interests. His online presence allows him to connect with a global audience and maintain relevance in a competitive industry.
On 8 December 2012, DeGale outpointed 35-year-old Colombian fringe contender Fulgencio Zúñiga (25–6–1, 20 KOs) in a 12-round bout to win the vacant WBC Silver super-middleweight title. Zúñiga was dropped in round 3 but beat the count.
When DeGale looked to attack and go for the stoppage, the referee inadvertently separated the boxers because he thought the bell sounded to end the round. All three judges scored the fight 118–109 for DeGale. On 17 May 2013 DeGale knocked out 33-year-old Canadian boxer Sébastien Demers in the second round in a non-title fight.
The fight took place in Gatineau, Quebec, in Canada. Prior to this fight, Demers had not fought since 2011 and took the fight on a weeks notice. DeGale returned to the UK a month later on 8 June to defend his WBC Silver title against 38-year-old Stjepan Božić (26–6, 17 KO's) at Bluewater in Greenhithe, Kent.
Božić's corner pulled him out before round five started after he was taking too much punishment. In the post-fight, DeGale said he wanted to next fight then IBF super-middleweight champion Carl Froch.
Education
James DeGale attended the renowned secondary school, Harlesden School, where he showed an early interest in boxing. He honed his skills at the Dale Youth Amateur Boxing Club before pursuing further training as a professional. While his formal education is less documented, it is clear that his commitment to the sport has largely defined his career path.
