Floyd Mayweather in 2010

Floyd Mayweather - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornFebruary 24, 1977
Age48
BirthplaceGrand Rapids, Michigan, USA
Zodiac SignPisces
Chinese ZodiacSnake
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForUndefeated professional boxing career, Olympic bronze medalist (1996), multiple world titles across five weight divisions

Intro

Floyd Mayweather is an American former professional boxer, widely regarded as one of the greatest defensive boxers in history. He won a bronze medal in the featherweight division at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics and went on to have an undefeated professional career, earning world titles in five weight classes.

Early Life & Background

Floyd Mayweather was born into a boxing family in Grand Rapids, Michigan. His father, Floyd Mayweather Sr., was a former welterweight contender, and his uncle, Roger Mayweather, was a former world champion. Raised in a challenging environment, Mayweather turned to boxing at a young age and had a highly successful amateur career before qualifying for the 1996 Olympics.

Career Highlights

  • 1996 Olympic Games bronze medalist (featherweight)
  • Professional career undefeated (50–0 record)
  • World champion in five different weight classes: super featherweight, lightweight, light welterweight, welterweight, and light middleweight
  • Promoted several bouts as a boxing promoter after retirement
  • Notable victories against boxers such as Oscar De La Hoya, Manny Pacquiao, and Canelo Álvarez

Trivia

  • Nicknamed 'Money' Mayweather and 'Pretty Boy'
  • Known for his defensive prowess and technical skill in the ring
  • Has headlined some of the highest-grossing pay-per-view events in boxing history
  • Officially retired from professional boxing in 2017 after a win against Conor McGregor

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Floyd Mayweather?

Floyd Mayweather is 48 years old.

When was Floyd Mayweather born?

Floyd Mayweather was born the 24 February 1977.

Where is Floyd Mayweather from?

Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About February 24th, 1977, in brief:

  • Historical events: US President Jimmy Carter announced a groundbreaking foreign policy directive that would make human rights considerations a key factor in determining US foreign aid allocations. This marked a significant shift in American diplomatic strategy, emphasizing moral and ethical considerations alongside geopolitical interests.
  • Day of the week: February 24th, 1977 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waxing crescent
  • #1 US song: New Kid In Town by Eagles
  • #1 UK song: When I Need You by Leo Sayer
  • Popular movie: The Sentinel directed by Clark Johnson

Check the link for more news and curiosities on February 24th, 1977.

Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Floyd_Mayweather_Jr
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Floyd-Mayweather-Jr
  3. https://www.olympic.org/floyd-mayweather-jr
  4. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1610255/