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Who is Wilder Deontay?
Deontay Wilder is an American professional boxer. Since 2015, Wilder Deontay has held the “World Boxing Council” (WBC) heavyweight title. Furthermore, the 33-year-old boxer is well-known for being one of the world heavyweight champions with the longest reign.
Early life and Childhood
The professional boxer was born on October 22, 1985, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA.
As a result, Deontay Wilder is 33 years old as of 2018.
Gary Wilder is the boxer’s father, and Deborah Wilder is his mother.
Education Details
He also attended Tuscaloosa Central High School and graduated in 2004.
Deontay later graduated from Shelton State Community College.
The boxer is of Afro-American descent.
Professional Career
In October 2005, Wilder began his amateur boxing career.
He also joined the “Skyy Boxing Gym” in Northport, Alabama.
Deontay received his training from Jay Deas.
He defeated the world champion “Isiah Thomas” in 2007.
Wilder later set a career-high by defeating Rakhim Chakhiyev in 2008.
During the Summer Olympics, the boxer won a bronze medal.
On November 15, 2008, Deontay made his professional boxing debut.
Wilder fought at Tennessee’s Vanderbilt University Memorial Gymnasium.
Furthermore, the fighter earned his first professional boxing title in 2012.
At the “Memorial Sports Arena” in Los Angeles, he defeated Kelvin Price.
He faced the defending champion, Bermane Stiverne, on January 17, 2015.
The match was placed in the “MGM Grand Garden Arena” in Las Vegas.
Wilder defeated Stiverne to win the ‘WBC heavyweight title.
Deontay recently challenged British professional boxer, Tyson Fury, in Los Angeles’ Staples Center.
Both champions had stellar track records.
The match will take place this Saturday, December 1, 2018.
Net Worth and Salary
Wilder Deontay’s net worth is $16 Million US dollars
More Facts about Wilder Deontay
| Full Birth Name | Deontay Leshun Wilder. |
| Nick name | The Bronze Bomber. |
| Profession | Professional Boxer. |
| Age (As of 2018) | 33 years old |
| Date of Birth (DOB), Birthday | October 22, 1985. |
| Birthplace/Hometown | Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States. |
| Nationality | American. |
| Sun Sign (Zodiac Sign) | Libra. |
| Ethnicity | Afro-American. |
| Religion | Christianity. |
| Current Residence | Alabama, United States. |
| Awards | Premier Boxing Champions Knockout of the Year. |
| Famous For | holding the World Boxing Council (WBC) heavyweight title since 2015. |
| Physical Statistics | |
| Height (Tall) | Feet & Inches: 6′ 6″. Centimeters: 201 cm. Meters: 2.01 m. |
| Weight | Kilograms: 103 Kg. Pounds: 227 lbs. |
| Biceps Size | 15 inches. |
| Body Measurements (chest-waist-hips) | 42-34-35. |
| Shoe Size (US) | 12. |
| Tattoos details? | All over his body. |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown. |
| Hair Color | Black. |
| Family | |
| Parents | Father: Gary Wilder. Mother: Deborah Wilder. |
| Siblings | Not Found. |
| Relatives | |
| Personal Life Relationship | |
| Marital Status | Engaged. |
| Dating History? | 1. Jessica Scales-Wilder. 2. Helen. |
| Girlfriend/Fiancee | Telli Swift. |
| Wife/Spouse Name | Jessica Scales-Wilder (ex-wife). |
| Children | Daughter: 1. Naieya Wilder. 2. Ava Wilder. 3. Kaorii Lee Wilder. Son: 1. Dereon Wilder. 2. Dereon Jr. Wilder. |
| Education | |
| Highest Qualification | Graduate. |
| School | Tuscaloosa Central High School. |
| Alma Mater | Shelton State Community College. |
| Hobbies & Favorite Things | |
| Favorite Celebrities | Actor: Mark Wahlberg. Actress: Halle Berry. |
| Dream Holiday Destination | Hawaii. |
| Favorite Color | Blue and Black. |
| Love to do | Working out in the gym and Playing video games. |
| Favorite Dishes | Mexican Food. |
| Net worth | |
| Net Asset (Approx.) | $16 Million US dollars (As of 2018). |
| Earnings per month | Under review. |
| Contact Details | |
| Office Address | Not Known |
| Home Details | Will Update. |
| Mobile or Phone Number | NA. |
| Email Address | None. |
| Official Website | Not Found. |
Relationship Status
Wilder began a relationship with “Helen Duncan” throughout high school.
His girlfriend gave birth to their daughter “Naieya Wilder” while he was only 19 years old.
His newborn girl, on the other hand, was born with spina bifida.
She later underwent many procedures, and Naieya is now completely normal.
Furthermore, the couple later divorced for personal reasons.
In 2009, the boxer married his wife, Jessica Scales-Wilder.
Jessica was the mother of their three children.
They first had their daughter Ava, followed by two sons, Deontay Jr. and Dereon Wilder.
Furthermore, their marriage ended in divorce.
Deontay is currently engaged to his fiancee “Telli Swift” (an American model and TV personality).
They began their relationship in 2017.
On February 6, 2018, the couple welcomed their first child, “Kaorii Lee Wilder,” into the world.
Body Measurement
Wilder aspired to be a basketball player during his school years due to his outstanding height of 6 Feet and 6 Inches (201 centimeters).
Social Media
Wilder Deontay has 2.7m followers on his Instagram.
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Trivia
- He has held the “World Boxing Council” (WBC) heavyweight title since 2015.
- Furthermore, the 33-year-old boxer is popular for being one of the longest-reigning world heavyweight champions.
- The match will be held on this Saturday i.e. December 1, 2018.
- Therefore, Deontay Wilder’s age is 33 years old, as of 2018.
- Currently, Deontay is engaged to his fiancee “Telli Swift” (an American model and TV personality).
