Marsellos, Deontays younger brother, is a boxer, too. Wilder was 19 when he and his girlfriend, Helen Duncan, found out that Helen was pregnant - and that the baby was going to be afflicted with a debilitating spinal-cord condition. Sharp output. Wilder made his professional debut on November 15, 2008, at the age of 23, at the Vanderbilt University Memorial Gymnasium in Nashville, Tennessee. But outside of the ring both fighters lead pretty active lives, with Wilder's fiance Telli Swift sure to be cheering him on ringside. The Brooklyn, New York crowd feels like there's a lull in action and boos both boxers. 'Wags: Atlanta' Fans Already Know Who Deontay Wilder's Wife Is Tysons definitely the best, not even AJ gets close in sparring. The shot sent Negron spinning and landing with his shoulders resting on the second ring ropes. Here we go! The younger brother didnt stop supporting Deontay during his fights. We can see videos of racist remarks and racist acts yet even though the proof is there plain as day those people don't get found guilty. Caleb Plant vs. Anthony Dirrell is moments away. It's still as alive, still as real as back in the day of the Million Man March. Deontay Wilder destroys Robert Helenius with first-round KO Wilder also has a child, Naieya, who was born in 2005 with spina bifida, with his ex-girlfriend Helen Duncan. Russell lunges forward, and they clash heads, sending Rodriguez down to the canvas in the ninth. He is scheduled to fight Luis Ortiz on November 23rd in a rematch after he stopped him in the 10th round in 2018. ', There was also the more pressing need to boost the family income: 'We were always struggling to make ends meet. Yeah. I like being surrounded by family but I also like being home alone sometimes. Deontay Wilder says he's 'back' after quick KO of Robert Helenius - ESPN 'Doctors can do all that studying and acquire all that knowledge,' says Wilder. Watch This Story Deontay Wilder, Anthony Joshua Trilogy & Other Potential Opponents for Andy Ruiz Jr. Everything I spend for Naieya comes from that money and the child support he pays, she said. I didnt know all that. According to CompuBox statistics, Wilder landed 71 of 430 punches thrown (17 percent), while Fury landed 84 of his 327 thrown punches (26 percent ). That is why no matter who gets in the ring with Deontay Wilder, they will be in for the fight of their lives, Wilder had said. Naieya, who was born with spina bifida, is an inspiration to her dad, said Deontay Wilder. They're up, and Plant is back to peppering Dirrell with the jab. Moments later, Dirrell's persistence pays off as he lands a shot. In 2011 Marsellos got a very generous gift from his brother white Jaguar XF. A solid showing from Rodriguez, though the match was refereed poorly. 2020-02-22. An aggressive Dirrell comes out swinging but missing on multiple shots as he gives chase to an elusive Plant. By the way, she came to China during the Olympics herself to support her son. He said Breazeale (20-2, 18 KOs) confronted his brother in the arena and threatened to kill Wilders entire family. In his early years, Deontay used to spend each Sunday in the church. We lead a regular life even though we have all we need and more. Now she is widely known as the beloved woman of the sports star Deontay Wilder. What kind of loser says that a person has a fucked up life because they have a disabled child? To make ends meet, Wilder even picked up serving and driving jobs at various places after Naieya was born. I dont care how long hes gone to school to learn his craft or whatever. So he mentioned this mans disabled child and got a 2 minute ass whoopin he deserved. He defeated Ethan Cox (2-2-1) by technical knockout (TKO) in the second round after knocking him down three times. For his rematch against Ortiz in 2019, Wilder earned $20 million. Hope to see Wilder and AJs fine ass fight soon. 29 0 1. Deontay Leshun Wilder Occupation boxer Birth Date October 22, 1985 Age 37 years Zodiac Sign Libra Birthplace Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States Education Tuscaloosa Central High School; Shelton State Community College Nationality American Most popular #440 Born on October #47 Deontay Wilder family members Father's Name Gary Wilder Mother's Name Let's see if he can find that balance. Even tho he got knocked the eff out, Breazeale is finer than a muh. In Pictures | Deontay Wilder vs Tyson Fury press conference, You must be at least 18 years old to create an account, Must be at least 6 characters, include an upper and lower case character and a number, I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from Evening Standard. She's such a bright spark lighting up my life, as are all my children with their different characters and personalities. She was the person, who helped Wilder to realize his dream and to go to China for the Olympics in 2008. 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 is a schoolboy as of now. Then he was a student of the Vanderbilt University. #WilderHelenius pic.twitter.com/mCmuHYLore. To train my brain to solve problems, which is as important for me as training my body.'. I watched the fight with my man. Let's see if Wilder can add to his KO highlight reel. Wilder graduated from Tuscaloosa Central High School in 2004 with aspirations of playing football (wide receiver) or basketball (forward) for his hometown Alabama Crimson Tide, but the birth of his oldest daughter and poor grades forced him to attend nearby Shelton State Community College and concentrate on his boxing career. He has three other kids, but their names are not publicized. Naieya Wilder is the daughter of Deonaty Wilder and Helen Duncan. Cant nobody take that away from you. I don't think I'm better than anyone because I'm the world champion and I've got millions in the bank. Currently, Wilder is engaged to Telli Swift, and the couple has one child together. Deontay Wilder blasts out Helenius in first to roar back into title Enter your password to log in. From time to time he participated in some bouts. In addition, the news that his daughter would be born with a condition called spina bifida scared him. But they refused and decided to give the little girl a chance to become someone in this world. Kaorii is still so little, thats why everything she does is eating, sleeping and playing with her parents. I am building for them. Duncan who hired John Fishers legal firm based in Tuscaloosa Alabama for over 6 years, suddenly changed legal firms, switching to Patricia Blakenship when she concluded the experienced attorney was not moving fast enough. 22:01 BST 14 Feb 2020 And we all know Floyd is slow and a slew of others. She was born in Zambales, the Philippines in the family of Vivian Crawford and Reginald Swift. He is one of those rare athletes, who came into a box industry through the Olympic Games. Plant tries to play it off like he's unfazed by it, but it looks like he felt every bit of that blow. Individuals seeking to obtain information about the world champion have apparently broken into her mothers car too, over her connection with the boxing star. They say, Telli met Deontay and started an affair with him when he was still married to Jessica Scales, in 2015. By the way, he won forty-one fights. She's not just walking, she's running. Source: Dreshare Why are they beefing? The fight was stopped a couple of seconds into the 10th round. In total, Wilder had 10 successful title defenses prior to fighting Tyson Fury. The former WBC heavyweight champion is back. The pair divorced in 2017 and he went on to marry Swift. Just because you don't see people it doesn't mean we're not watching. Her injuries were treated at the University Medical Center of Southern Nevada. The fighter, hailing from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, has formerly held the WBC heavyweight title. Wilder has multiple children with at least 3 women (that we know of). Follow Tommy Lee Jones' rise to stardom from Texas cowboy to Hollywood star. Wilder and his then-girlfriend Helen Duncan were poor teenagers when they were told their child would be born with spina bifida. The third kid, born in the marriage of Deontay Wilder and Jessica Scales, is named Ava. Deontay Wilder vs. Robert Helenius | Preview Highlight | PBC on FOX In the fifth round, Fury knocked Wilder out again, this time with a body shot. We are talking in a cubby-hole of a room in a corner of that dilapidated gym, which occupies two of a few mostly deserted lock up storage units tucked away in a small clearing in woods on the edge of town. A win over a game Robert Helenius (31-3, 20 KOs), Wilder's former sparring partner, can propel him right back into title contention. Talk of the third man in the world heavyweight championship equation, Anthony Joshua, is banned in this camp because Wilder is convinced the holder of all the other alpha-belts will never risk fighting him. a commercial writer for companies such as WordsKraft among others. He recalls: 'The house was always full. Wilder has four children from three different women; Deontay Jr., Ava and Dereon and Deontay Jr from his marriage to Jessica Scales and daughter Naieya, from his relationship to Helen Duncan. Both heavyweights are feeling each other out. Since her youth, she has been married Gary Wilder, the father of her sons. 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). 'Yes it does,' says Wilder. I couldnt be in a relationship with a man that gets pummeled in his face for a living. Share your thoughts about the father and daughter duo. 1 fan of his. That process will become complete when he puts on one of his garish, wolf-like face masks and enters the MGM Grand Garden Arena on the Vegas Strip. There's no trouble. Jessica's ex-husband, Deontay Wilder, was born on October 22, 1985, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, the U.S. In his over a decade-long career in pro boxing, Wilder has fought 45 fights. "Who's next?" I am going to make sure they have the best of the best. In 2009 she got married to the popular boxer, Deontay Wilder. Ohhhh lordt!! Yusef double barrel self also was a boxer and he concocted that dumb ass story about being on a train and robbed or some shat when he was on a train alright taking two dacks at once. Although all of his achievements are as impressive as his knockout-to-win percentage, some stand out more than others. Dirrell traps Plant in a headlock and sneaks some shots in. Wilder unleashed the most destructive force in boxing, and it accounted for a scintillating first-round knockout of Robert Helenius at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, on Saturday night. The build-up has been more respectful thus far and Wilder says: 'So it should be. Told us maybe she would never have a child's natural ability for learning. Deontay dreamed about a career of a professional footballer but had to refuse from it after the birth of his first daughter. "It had been scary first off to know I had a child on the way.. Couldnt sit there and watch him get beat on or beat up on others. I read it on another site. He is the eldest of four siblings, with three older sisters and one younger brother. Even before she was born she taught me the importance of always making the right decisions. The ref checks on him closely following the round. Plant gestures a shovel, throwing dirt on Dirrell's grave to add insult toinjury. I love my children to death. Jessica attended at Shelton State Community College. The couple gave birth to a sweet daughter in spring, 2018. 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. Right I cant screw the elephant man. The girl was born with a health disorder, and her father had to forget about his career dreams and to find a regular job. Former heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder marked his much-anticipated return to the ring with a thunderous knockout punch that stopped Robert Helenius in the opening round. After being defeated by Fury again in 2021 during a brutal match, Wilder took a break but returned to fight Robert Helenius in 2022 in a highly anticipated fight. Never been a fan of boxing and I wouldnt date one either. They're still trying to figure each other out, moving gingerly around the ring. Not happening on my watch. 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 think this is marriage #3 for her. The myth of that power is always in the back of the minds of all my foes. Jessica was raised in the family of Simon and Lynnette Scales in Alabama, USA. He is considered one of the best boxers in the sports arena at the present moment. Previously, he studied at Jackson State University and played the college football. Nevada. He earned the nickname "The Bronze Bomber" after winning a bronze medal in the 2008 Summer Olympics. I lead a loving life. Wilder considers Naieya the ultimate no. Still I press him to condense his thoughts into Joshua into one word. But he is surely F-I-N-E!!!! 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. Deontay Wilder can't stop Olympic meltdown by U.S. boxers I'm a people person and I won't let anyone take real life away from me. Wilder was 20 years old at the time. 17:24 BST 15 Feb 2020. The one that got beat up over the fender bender? a title fight at MGM Grand Garden Arena on November 23, 2019 in Las Vegas, 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. They don't see the eyes of prejudice staring them in the face. 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. Fury down twice in round four. Be sure to check back often to see just how much Deontay Wilders net worth will increase! | Site by Bixbi, A post shared by FTC Boxing ? 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. The ref could have taken a point off for that. I was just thinking about this yesterday. Wilder has struck a deal with Raising Caneswhich is evident by his fight uniform. Some nights when everyone was at home and two of my sisters brought their kids there was no bed for me and I had to sleep outside in the back of our old car. 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. . This, he says, has on occasions influenced the world champions decision to withhold cash from, Helen Duncan Image: Helen Duncans Albums. I like wilder but that fight with him and Tyson fury showed a real weakness when it comes to guys who are not afraid and willing to fight back, I bet the famliy of these boxers have awful stories to tell once these guys get up in age. One of the world champions representatives said : In America, its what we call baby mama drama. Everything About Deontay Wilder's Daughter Naieya Who Had Spina Bifida You dont have to be a boxer to be motivated by Wilder, and hes filled with great advice for everyone. Following Magnificent Victory Over Luiz Ortiz. I know it's on his mind and his family's. During this time, Deontay admitted to falling into depression and even wanted to commit suicide, but ultimately was able to pull himself back from the edge, taking up boxing to help focus on himself. Wilder and his then-girlfriend Helen Duncan were told that his first child would be born with spina bifida. unbeaten in 42fights with 40 Kos coming inside the distance. 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. He hadnt lost any matches. B.o.B. Copyright 2022 Sandra Rose. Fisher had brought a number of cases before the courts in the past without advance payments to help his client. At the U.S. National Championships, Wilder won gold in the heavyweight division in Colorado Springs. Dirrell can dirty up this fight without being dirty. Gary resides in Tuscaloosa, AL. When you see someone else succeeding, it can be easy to feel jealous, but instead, you should feel motivated. 'It had been scary first off to know I had a child on the way,' he says. Also, AJ will give wilder a run for his money I hope ? Deontay is very close to his mother. She has a brother. Telli Swift is famous in her own right as a model and reality TV star. Wilder also has a child, Naieya, who was born in 2005 with spina bifida, with his ex-girlfriend Helen Duncan. Wilder misses most of a flurry, and Helenius pushes him back. Isnt that the necessary mentality going to war? thats awful and Im sure not a coincedence. 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. Slick boxing from the former champ. He was very athletic and played football at school. But a May ceremony in his honor changed Wilder's tune. A straight right-hand drops Russell with a second left in the eighth round, and Russell is badly hurt! Intriguing first round. The reason is her status of Deontay Wilders ex-wife and mother of his 3 kids. To where you were born.'. Mrs. scales Wilder got married to Deontay in 2009. Samrat Both former super middleweight champions, these two do not like each other. At first people thought I must be a basketball or football player and talked to me about sports. I really thought Wilder was gonna try to kill that boy. A ringside physician advised that the fight be sent to the scorecards because of the headbutt and the gash it caused underneath Rodriguez's eye. I would be in a constant state of anxiety wondering if my man was safe. In 2015, Wilder won the WBC heavyweight title, becoming the first American heavyweight boxer to become the world champion since Shannon Briggs in 1997. He was arrested and held at the Clark County Detention Center on charges of domestic battery by strangulation before being released on a $15,000 bond. Kaorii is the sweet baby girl, born in the family of Deontay Wilder and his fiance Telli Swift. Wilder was going to beat brazil no matter what. Helen duncan deontay wilder Jessica Scales Wilder - Boxer Deontay Wilder's Wife Jessica Scales Wilder is the lovely lady married to boxer Deontay Wilder who recently beat the out of Charlie Zelenoff, an aspiring boxer who has been harassing him for years. Brazil should have kept his comments to himselfhe got humbled..oh and Anthony Joshua scared. By the way, a famous boxer is a family person. Deontay Wilder stuns Robert Helenius with first-round knockout He caught Helenius flush in the face, and it was over! They don't have to live with hatred every day. And BOOM! (10-9 Dirrell, 48-47 Plant), Another busy round for Plant, although Dirrell picks up his action as well. Not gonna watch them get knocked about. Deontay Wilder has reached many remarkable high points in his career. Deontay became the WBC heavyweight champion in 2015, defeating Bermane Stiverne. Hell after seeing how Adrien Bronner (the hometown kid we traded him tho) is fugged up, somebody needs to be getting a good SSI check for him. Wilder with a huge swing and miss of that massive right hand. Speaking to the Daily Mail ahead of his second fight with Fury, Wilder said: "It had been scary first off to know I had a child on the way. The same year, Wilder won the Golden Gloves in Chattanooga as a heavyweight contender. That TKO was so intense it shook my flat inch ? Helenius jabbing to the body early. he has been writing since his high school days, and possesses work experience as But it's all the more beautiful when you are coming to the place that's always been your home. Angry Duncan also said in court documents that her daughter has had to endure harassment, ridicule and threats because of the defendants public status. He should let his hands go a bit more here. (10-9 Plant, 58-56 Plant), Plant drives Dirrell back with a right hook. Even a couple of my mothers-in-law. Oh my God! Deontay started training at Skyy Boxing Gym in 2005, and by 2008 he was competing in the Olympics and making his professional debut. 'This is now the biggest fight of my life but my best days of all are when I have all the kids at home with me. After losing to Fury, Wilder sought a rematch but lost once again, prompting him to take a break for a year before returning to the ring in 2022 to face Robert Helenius. Dirrell forces Plant down doing his best WWE Superstar impersonation. The eyes of the sporting world will be on the rematch and tensions are already blisteringly high. She has founded the Boxing WAG Association, which supports kids from poor families. Get involved in exciting, inspiring conversations. Representatives of the pair appeared at the county Court Of Pickens County Alabama on Friday and reached an agreement , hopefully ending years of legal fighting . . The woman had swollen brows, a possibly broken nose, a cut lip, and red marks on her neck, police said. Deontay Wilder is fighting on. The American is FILE -Deontay Wilder, right, fights . Speaking to the Daily Mail ahead of his second fight with. And a flurry from Dirrell follows. Deontay Wilder may not be one of the richest boxers in the world, but if he keeps fighting as well as he has, we may see him rise to the top of the list. I don't hold nothing back. Wilder is reported to have three houses and a number of top of the range cars. I got my social skills from my mother. Wilder retained his title with a seventh-round knockout. Didnt know who he was until I came here. Hasnt she been married a lot. if God has something for you, then its for you. A passionate content creator, Both men decided to settle their differences in the ring on May 19, but the outcome was not what Breazeale had predicted or hoped for. Here come some more boos from the crowd. He tumbled as a result of the shot. Id be like baby issa bag over ya head typa week ? The pair have been dating for a number of years now, and have been engaged for more than two years. Wilder sued for contempt of court. Here are our favorite quotes from Deontay Wilder: There is a lot we can learn from Deontay Wilder and his remarkable career in the ring. The event was declared sold out, with a total attendance of 9,347 people. Telli is Deontays fiance and the mother of his daughter. I can't promise I wouldn't help that person. Wilder's first child, daughter with ex-girlfriend Helen Duncan, was born in 2005. Not a fan of any sport that allows repetitive trauma to the head. That very year Wilder debuted on the ring as a professional boxer. Deborah supported Deontay at the initial stages of his career. All I learned from this write-up is that I miss WAGS. Deontay won by the knockout the first fight with Ethan Cox. It's appalling that it's more out in the open now. Hopefully the state will pick up the case and prosecute nonetheless. Ahead of his return to the ring, Deontay Wilder, a Tuscaloosa native, admitted that he contemplated whether he need to come back to boxing at all. Click Agree to accept our use of cookies or you can choose to opt out of our use of cookies by following the instructions in our Privacy Policy and Cookie Notice. I approached Breazeale in the lobby Alone as my Team stood back and immediately a member of his team grabbed me. Deontay will soon become the father for the fifth time, as he and pretty Telli are expecting their first child together; according to their baby registry . He has two more siblings, who prefer to stay in the shadow. She's not only going to school, she's one of smartest girls in her class. Duncan accused Wilder, 34, worth an estimated $30m, of failing to adequately providing financial support for their disabled child- 17 year old Naieya who suffers from spina bifidia, but whose condition has improved over the years. The way we are together is amazing. Had it not been for her, Wilder would barely be boxing. However, Duncan on one occasion arrived at Jessicas property escorted by police, to forcefully remove Naieya from her property. 'Like they say, walk in my shoes. 1:39 ref: Kenny Bayless Glenn Feldman 53-58 Dave Moretti 52-59 Steve Weisfeld 52-59. That is short for the International House Of Pancakes fast food chain and Wilder adds: 'I used to make pretty good tips. I cant with all of that information. Marsellos and Deontay are very close. Wilder also has two other daughters and one son from his marriage to Jessica Scales-Wilder, whom he divorced in 2009. Wilder had a rough amateur record of 305. Jeff Powell For The Daily Mail BoxRec: Deontay Wilder