'If I'd been knocked unconscious the way I knocked Tyson unconscious in our first fight it sure would be on my mind. He won a bronze medal in the heavyweight division as an amateur at the 2008 Olympics. WBC heavyweight boxing champion, Deontey Wilder has reached an agreement with his estranged baby mother, Helen Duncan, after almost a decade of an absorbing court battle over financial disbursements for the child's maintenance. Deontay Wilder packs one hell of a punch as the third-best active heavyweight boxer in the world. And husband number one had moved his girlfriend in and was making Mo sleep on the sofa if I recall. ?? 'Like they say, walk in my shoes. Naieya, who was born with spina bifida, is an inspiration to her dad, said Deontay Wilder. It became like having another large family. Soon after, WBC #14 Eric Molina (23-2, 17 KOs) was announced as Wilders opponent. "It had been scary first off to know I had a child on the way.. You can opt-out at any time by signing in to your account to manage your preferences. Left: Deontey Wilders daughter, Naieya Right: Naieyas mum Helen Duncan. I was intrduced to him via WAGS! Naieya was born in 2005. He made around $4 million through his first Fury fight along with an additional PPV bonus. His elder daughter, Naieya Wilder, is a source of inspiration and life. Sometimes with all their mothers. Tuscaloosa is where the first black girl to be admitted to a segregated southern university, Autherine Lucy, was denied entrance until US marshalls famously forced Alabama governor George Wallace to step aside from barring the main door. He was very athletic and played football at school. My CIA. Right-left body hook combo connects seconds later. My brother was the one provoked. The girl got pregnant, and Wilder was happy to become a father in spite of his young age he was 19 at that time. The same year, Wilder won the Golden Gloves in Chattanooga as a heavyweight contender. He won the third prize. Dirrell can dirty up this fight without being dirty. Wilder also has a child, Naieya, who was born in 2005 with spina bifida, with his ex-girlfriend Helen Duncan. Intriguing first round. They are always wondering "when he hits me what's going to happen to me". ', There was also the more pressing need to boost the family income: 'We were always struggling to make ends meet. I couldnt be in a relationship with a man that gets pummeled in his face for a living. Which husband? Plant responds seconds later by unloading a lightning-quick combination. On his official Instagram page, Wilder often posts photos of his matches, his family, and events that he attends. Wilder was initially reluctant to propose over fears that he would get his heart broken again, but eventually did so on an episode of Wags Atlanta. That TKO was so intense it shook my flat inch ? Wilder earned the WBC heavyweight champion title in 2015 when he defeated Bermane Stiverne and successfully defended his title through 10 consecutive fights until finally losing to Tyson Fury in 2020. Wilder and his then-girlfriend Helen Duncan were poor teenagers when they were told their child would be born with spina bifida. Oh my God! The proposal, on February 15 2018, was timed to coincide with their child's gender reveal party at which the couple found out they were having a daughter. Following Magnificent Victory Over Luiz Ortiz. 'I'm black and famous so I use my platform to put things out there. To meditate. omg. Hopefully the state will pick up the case and prosecute nonetheless. Wilder also has two other daughters and one son from his marriage to Jessica Scales-Wilder, whom he divorced in 2009. After twelve rounds, Wilder defeated Stiverne by unanimous decision to become the first American heavyweight world champion since Hasim Rahman. Moments later, Dirrell's persistence pays off as he lands a shot. He says: 'Yes, I want to prove to the world that I'm the best heavyweight of this generation. Wilder considers Naieya the ultimate no. 'It was even scarier that this tiny being would be coming into the world with a defect. Now, the former WBC heavyweight champion is back and returns on Saturday to take on fellow contender Robert Helenius from the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. "It's been a long journey for me," Wilder said when the fight was . Dirrell lands a right hook, and Plant pushes him down almost by the neck. In his over a decade-long career in pro boxing, Wilder has fought 45 fights. However, the level of the strained relationship between the world champion and the childs mother has been a thorn in all their sides. Didnt know who he was until I came here. a commercial writer for companies such as WordsKraft among others. His life story is unbelievable! Inspiration can be extremely important for staying motivated. 'The experience with her matured me early. Which brings him back to Fury, who has suddenly changed his trainer from the defence-orientated Ben Davison to the great Emmanuel Steward's attack-minded nephew Javan SugerHill Steward. In total, Wilder had 10 successful title defenses prior to fighting Tyson Fury. Wilder does it with that right hand. This cowardly act has no place in#boxingand believe me will not go unpunished.. Tuscaloosa Central High School; Shelton State Community College, Marsellos Wilder (younger brother) and two more siblings, Jessica Scales (fiancee); Jessica Scales-Wilder (ex-wife), 8 (daughter Naieya Wilder, son Dereon Wilder, son Deontay Wilder Jr, daughter Ava Wilder, daughter Kaorii Wilder and three others). The pair have been dating for a number of years now, and have been engaged for more than two years. Wilder, has always highlighted the disabled child as his greatest motivation to taking up boxing. I'm a people person and I won't let anyone take real life away from me. Wilder and his then-girlfriend Helen Duncan were told that his first child would be born with spina bifida. Deontay Leshun Wilder was born on October 22, 1985, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and he attended Tuscaloosa Central High School, intending to play football or basketball for the University of Alabama after graduation. Whether your motivation to work hard is a personal goal, a person, an object you want to buy, or a place you want to go, using something to inspire you can help give you the extra kick you need to keep going. In 2011 Marsellos got a very generous gift from his brother white Jaguar XF. Shortly after his split with Jessica, Deontay was publicly dating Telli Swift, and the two had a daughter together on March 7, 2019. He defeated Ethan Cox (2-2-1) by technical knockout (TKO) in the second round after knocking him down three times. That draw achieved by him somehow rising semi-conscious from a last round flattening enabled Wilder to keep his WBC title and he says: 'If Tyson comes out charging at me he really is crazy. Gary resides in Tuscaloosa, AL. I told my husband that if we have any sons they wont be playing football. While he certainly isnt as wealthy as Floyd Mayweather, he may very well get there if he is able to stay on top of his game. Wilder earned $10 million for his first fight against Tyson Fury in 2018. Cant nobody take that away from you. Wilder used to go to church every week when he was a kid. A post shared by Naieya Wilder (@slayyy_queen_naenae15), Irrespective of how experienced a doctor is or what he says, Wilder believes it is God who has the last words on everything. All of them end up in bad ass shape when they are older due to pounding in the head and some are slow as hell while still younglike Lil Mo husband picking up a debit card and using it IN the Dave and Busters he found it in. The girl has a rare complex disease spina bifida. However, when his then-girlfriend, Helen Duncan, gave birth to his daughter, she was diagnosed with Spina Bifida, which caused Deontay to attend Shelton State Community College instead, so he could remain close to his child. She is currently 17 years old and one of the biggest inspirations in her father Wilders career and life. However, the dynamite world champion says his estranged girlfriend, Duncan, has in the past lavished herself with money intended to be used for the childs welfare. (10-9 Dirrell, 48-47 Plant), Another busy round for Plant, although Dirrell picks up his action as well. If there wasn't enough clamoring for a Plant vs. David Benavidez fight, there will be now! To train my brain to solve problems, which is as important for me as training my body.'. But they refused and decided to give the little girl a chance to become someone in this world. Deontay Wilder Jr. is the son of the famous boxer and his ex-wife Jessica Scales. #PlantDirrell @SweetHandsPlant pic.twitter.com/boLFQH58DJ. 'Usually if I see a bad situation my size and presence is enough to stop it. Currently, Wilder is engaged to Telli Swift, and the couple has one child together. TV series Wags Atlanta, as well as for being Deontay's beau and a model. Telli is Deontays fiance and the mother of his daughter. The Alabama knockout artist will square off with Robert Helenius in a 12-round WBC heavyweight title eliminator at Brooklyn's Barclays Center on 15 October, . That remarkably slender body for a heavyweight which enables him to throw those knock-out punches at irresistible speed. has created a million-dollar income in his short career, becoming wealthy through his musical ability and engaging live performances. While hes been boxing for nearly two decades, Wilder has shown no signs of backing down anytime soon, so his impressive fortune continues to grow. Marsellos and Deontay are very close. . Shuntel (her full name) started her career way as a nurse, but later her good looks helped her to become a model and occasional actress. I can't promise I would never lash out.'. Slow as the 1st of the month. Such a disorder causes paralysis and sometimes mental disorders. 'Doctors can do all that studying and acquire all that knowledge,' says Wilder. It's still as alive, still as real as back in the day of the Million Man March. Now she is a teenager, who had passed through many operations but got an ability to walk. Simplicity is the key. And Wilder is rumored to have other out-of-wedlock children. Mrs. scales Wilder got married to Deontay in 2009. In a few days, The Bronze Bomber, Deontay Wilder will make his comeback to the ring. Suddenly I was facing this huge responsibility for a life which would need my enormous care and attention. I still have lots of living to do. Slick boxing from the former champ. Right-hand lands forDirrell moments later. Here are some of the best success lessons to learn from Deontay Wilder: If you try to rush success, youll only risk setting yourself back with mistakes. Never been a fan of boxing and I wouldnt date one either. Get involved in exciting, inspiring conversations with other readers. Wilder was 20 years old at the time. B.o.B. It was Gary, Deontays father, who put a boxer on the right road. Wilder is showing a left jab. (@ftc_boxing) on May 15, 2019 at 10:20pm PDT, A post shared by MMA | BOX | TOP CONTENT (@combat_russ) on May 19, 2019 at 8:13pm PDT, Photos by Al Bello/Getty Images, David A. Smith/Getty Images, JB Lacroix/WireImage. 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By four different mothers including the latest addition with Telli Swift, the fiance soon to become his second wife. Frank Sanchez vs. Carlos Negron is upon us. 'The struggle continues. In addition, the news that his daughter would be born with a condition called spina bifida scared him. Deontay Leshun Wilder was born on October 22, 1985. The younger brother didnt stop supporting Deontay during his fights. In USA she is known as the participant of WAGS Atlanta, the reality series, broadcasted by E! He pauses, gives me a copy of a signed children's comic book about his life, then smiles as he says: 'Amen. Jessica's ex-husband, Deontay Wilder, was born on October 22, 1985, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, the U.S. Additionally, he is also associated with Everlast Boxing,PureKana CBD, among many others. He tumbled as a result of the shot. Jessica prefers to stay out of the limelight, nevertheless, her name is known to the wide audience. Both fighters continue to feel each other out. FILE -Deontay Wilder, right, fights . Also, Scales is a stepmom to Naieya Wilder, born to Deontay and his ex-girlfriend, Helen Duncan, in 2005. The eyes of the sporting world will be on the rematch and tensions are already blisteringly high. Sign up for exclusive newsletters, comment on stories, enter competitions and attend events. I used that money to pay by attorney fees, bills, medical expenses and baby sitting for my daughter, and my rent because I lives in a 900.00 apartment Because of .Deontay I had to move and buy a new car so that money went to those expense and the rest went into my daughters bank account. Deontay Wilder "The Bronze Bomber" WINS 43 LOSSES 2 DRAWS 1 KOs 42 Weight 226 lbs (102.73 kg) Height 6'7" (2.01 m) Reach 83" (211 cm) Born October 22, 1985 Age 37 Country USA Born in Tuscaloosa, AL Trains in Tuscaloosa, AL Stance Orthodox Rounds Boxed 162 KO Percentage 91.3% Boxing Hero Muhammad Ali 2020-02-22. Speaking to the Daily Mail ahead of his second fight with. As an amateur, Wilder won a bronze medal at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing. After Wilder and Helenius spent the first few moments trying to figure each other out, "The Bronze Bomber" caught his former sparring partner as he was coming in with a right hand, which landed flush to the face and dropped "The Nordic Nightmare" flat on his back for an instant knockout. Watch Katie Taylor's return live Oct. 29 on DAZN, List of boxing cards set for this week, May 2-6, DFB-Pokal: How to watch semifinal matches, Barcelona vs. Osasuna: Preview, how to watch, La Liga Matchday 33 preview, how to watch, William Zepeda smashes Jaime Arboleda in Texas and calls for top lightweights, Gabriel Rosado reveals clash against boxing legend as the toughest fight of his career, ONE Fight Night 9: Rare and painful submission attempt shocks fans, NFL Draft 2023: The five best value picks from round one. Wilder is the father of eight children. Sanchez's momentum really started snowballing from that sixth round, and in the ninth, he drops Negron with a pulverizing overhand right. Individuals seeking to obtain information about the world champion have apparently broken into her mothers car too, over her connection with the boxing star. He was born on October 22, 1985 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Fisher had brought a number of cases before the courts in the past without advance payments to help his client. He is a schoolboy as of now. Not gonna watch them get knocked about. (10-9 Plant, 30-27 Plant), Plant, seven years Dirrell's junior, is quicker to the punch and is beginning to piece together combinations. He recalls: 'The house was always full. Poor high school grades partly put paid that ambition and he had to go to a tough community college 'where they made fun of my old hand-me-down clothes and worn out shoes so I turned to boxing. Dirrell forces Plant down doing his best WWE Superstar impersonation. He joined his work with the activity of an amateur boxer. Brazil should have kept his comments to himselfhe got humbled..oh and Anthony Joshua scared. Deontay Wilder is fighting on. 'But what they cannot account for is a miracle. Wilder has struck a deal with Raising Caneswhich is evident by his fight uniform. Wilder dominated, knocking Molina out near the end of round four, twice in round five, and once more in round nine, knocking him out onto his back. And she cheated as get back. But I can't promise I would turn a deaf ear and walk away. 'I know what's going on. To keep her or not to keep her. I love his stature. The third kid, born in the marriage of Deontay Wilder and Jessica Scales, is named Ava. No-one.'. Wilder is currently engaged to Telli Swift, with whom he has a child, and has appeared on the reality television show WAGS Atlanta. He should let his hands go a bit more here. I lead a loving life. In such a way the boxer thanked him for his support. Both heavyweights are feeling each other out. My brother was punched, people close to Breazeale yelled cuss words at me, and I lost my cool., My only concern was the safety of my family and my only brother. Deontay Wilder (42-2-1, 41 knockouts), with his 91 percent KO ratio, returns to the ring for the first time since October 2021, when he suffered his second straight knockout loss to Tyson Fury. I always kept my station spotless clean. Plant's KO shot is undeniable. The way we are together is amazing. Man, he got beat TF up quiCk ? In the fifth round, Fury knocked Wilder out again, this time with a body shot. Seeing her overcome adversity so many times inspired me to do the same. To where you were born.'. Deontay Wilder says the birth of his first child changed his life 15 years ago; . Naieya has a good relationship with Jessica and court documents seen by this publication indicates that Duncan has never objected to Jessica having the child. Wilder will be happy if he finishes the job of knocking out Tyson Fury, who he floored twice in their drawn first fight. He is a family-oriented and a faithful person. On September 22, both fighters confirmed that they had signed the contract and that the fight would take place on December 1, 2018. Duncan has for the past few years taken Wilder to court in a desperate quest to force him to pay a monthly child support of $1,900 in compliance with Rule 32 of the Alabama judicial administration. I think this is marriage #3 for her. Is the momentum swinging a bit? Following Magnificent Victory Over Luiz Ortiz. She has a brother. I've seen videos of them saying they don't want him to do this again. Yeah. But I often ask myself what I would do if a terrible act against someone vulnerable carried on. From time to time he participated in some bouts. Everything I do is for them. We laughed TOO HARD! This account already exists. What it feels like to be called a certain word or to witness police brutality. Hope to see Wilder and AJs fine ass fight soon. He earned the nickname "The Bronze Bomber" after winning a bronze medal in the 2008 Summer Olympics. By the way, good morning! I like being surrounded by family but I also like being home alone sometimes. The Bronze Bomber and the Gypsy King will showdown in Las Vegas on Saturday evening (which is the early hours ofd Sunday morning if you're planning to tune in from the UK), 18 months after their epic first bout ended in a controversial draw. Shes definitely over sharing and making herself look silly. They can go play baseball or something. LOL. Like a responsible parent, he put lots of effort to develop his childrens skills. I win for her, she is my hero, the boxer tells. (10-9 Plant). In 2013, Wilder fought and defeated former European heavyweight champion, Audley Harrison, causing the Olympic gold medalist to retire. A win over a game Robert Helenius (31-3, 20 KOs), Wilder's former sparring partner, can propel him right back into title contention. Deontay started training at Skyy Boxing Gym in 2005, and by 2008 he was competing in the Olympics and making his professional debut. Wilders lawyer, Paul Patterson, stated that Wilder acted instinctively under the false impression that someone was stealing from him, and that he regrets his actions., Read more: Deontay Wilder record: Career, record and titles of former professional boxer, Deontay Wilder: Early life, career, height, weight and records of the American boxing legend, Deontay Wilder record: Career, record and titles of former professional boxer. Rain is hammering on the tin roof and old buckets are catching the drips around the ring. But it's all the more beautiful when you are coming to the place that's always been your home. I had to fight my way up. unbeaten in 42fights with 40 Kos coming inside the distance. Deontay Wilder has been holding the title of the heavyweight champion for more than 7 years already. He is scheduled to fight Luis Ortiz on November 23rd in a rematch after he stopped him in the 10th round in 2018. Wilder had a rough amateur record of 305. Wilder is ranked No. Watch This Story Deontay Wilder, Anthony Joshua Trilogy & Other Potential Opponents for Andy Ruiz Jr. tall with a boxing record of 41-0-1 with 40 knockouts (19 knockouts in the first round) and 1 draw to British heavyweight champion Tyson Fury on December 1, 2018. (@ftc_boxing), A post shared by MMA | BOX | TOP CONTENT (@combat_russ), Billionaire Robert F. 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Kaorii is the sweet baby girl, born in the family of Deontay Wilder and his fiance Telli Swift. #selfies4sb pic.twitter.com/1gZRpEsUuy, Deontay Wilder (@BronzeBomber) October 27, 2016. I feel the same way about boxing, and also MMA fighting, which is worse. Wilder won the title, becoming the first American world heavyweight champion since 2004, the longest period in boxing history without an American heavyweight champion. 22:01 BST 14 Feb 2020 She must value the word more than the commitment. Wilder's first child, daughter with ex-girlfriend Helen Duncan, was born in 2005. We just felt she had a right to live.'. , updated He says: 'Coward. Deontay Wilder, Anthony Joshua Trilogy & Other Potential Opponents for Andy Ruiz Jr. Marcus/Getty Images). Deontay Wilder is a professional boxer from the United States. At that point, judges had it 100-90, 99-91, and99-93, all in favor of Rodriguez, who dominated the fight. The way they had my living room so turnt and the fight was over so fast made my damn night. It's appalling that it's more out in the open now. If someone else can get ahead, so can you! He has stated that God is very important in my life, referring to his Christian faith. She's such a bright spark lighting up my life, as are all my children with their different characters and personalities. ', By What used to go on in the dark now goes on in the light. She was born in Zambales, the Philippines in the family of Vivian Crawford and Reginald Swift. Currently, Wilder is engaged to Telli Swift, and the couple has one child together. But his grammar is soooo baaaaad ?. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Wilder had two more daughters and a son with his ex-wife Jessica Scales, who he married in 2009 and later divorced. Both of those money lines feel . WBC heavyweight boxing champion, Deontey Wilder has reached an agreement with his estranged baby mother, Helen Duncan, after almost a decade of an absorbing court battle over financial disbursements for the childs maintenance. 'This was the most important decision of my life. Deontay dreamed about a career of a professional footballer but had to refuse from it after the birth of his first daughter. The ref could have taken a point off for that. Deborah supported Deontay at the initial stages of his career. That is why I am building for them. DAZN uses cookies to help us deliver our services and improve your user experience. I think I just watched a video of him saying believe it, receive it, accept it. I even forwarded it to somebody because he spoke truth in it. Its rumored that the reason for their divorce was the athletes extra-marital affair. Helenius jabbing to the body early. Just once Jessica tried her hand as an actress and appeared in a short movie To Stay and To Serve. Dirrell runs back to his corner after the round ends to mock Plant, but the latter takes the round. 'Yes it does,' says Wilder. Follow Tommy Lee Jones' rise to stardom from Texas cowboy to Hollywood star. The Cuban puts together three minutes of stellar work as he catches Negron with thumping shots in bunches. He's 6 ft 7 in. Wilder was eventually knocked out in the seventh round by a technical knockout. Plant tries to play it off like he's unfazed by it, but it looks like he felt every bit of that blow.
