Oscar De La Hoya is a retired American professional boxer, Olympic gold medalist, and successful boxing promoter with a net worth of $100 million. Nicknamed “The Golden Boy,” De La Hoya became one of the most celebrated fighters of the 1990s and 2000s, known for his skill inside the ring and his charisma outside of it. Beyond boxing, he is the founder of Golden Boy Promotions, a company that has helped shape modern boxing and launch the careers of many top fighters.
- Oscar De La Hoya Net Worth: $100 Million
- Date of Birth: February 4, 1973
- Place of Birth: East Los Angeles, California
- Nationality: American
- Career: professional boxer, Olympic gold medalist
Early Life
Oscar De La Hoya was born on February 4, 1973, in East Los Angeles, California. Raised in a boxing family—his grandfather and father were both fighters—De La Hoya quickly emerged as a prodigy. By age 15, he had won the national Junior Olympics, and his amateur career culminated with a gold medal in the lightweight division at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, earning him the nickname “The Golden Boy.”
Professional Boxing Career
De La Hoya turned professional in December 1992, quickly gaining attention for his aggressive yet technical style. Over a 17-year career, he won 11 world titles across six weight classes, facing boxing legends including Julio César Chávez, Félix Trinidad, Shane Mosley, Bernard Hopkins, Manny Pacquiao, and Floyd Mayweather Jr. He retired in 2009 with a record of 39 wins (30 by knockout) and six losses.
Some of his notable fight earnings included:
- Floyd Mayweather Jr. (2007): $52 million
- Bernard Hopkins (2004): $30 million
- Félix Trinidad (1999): $21 million
- Manny Pacquiao (2008): $20 million
In total, De La Hoya earned over $510 million in career purses and promoter dividends, with pay-per-view events generating more than $700 million in revenue.
Golden Boy Promotions
In 2002, De La Hoya co-founded Golden Boy Promotions, becoming one of the first fighters to profit from the promotion of his own major fights. The company quickly became one of boxing’s leading promoters, managing top-tier fighters and staging record-breaking events, including De La Hoya’s own pay-per-view bouts.
Other Ventures
Beyond boxing, De La Hoya has pursued business, music, and entertainment ventures. He hosted the Spanish-language show “Boxeo de Oro,” released a bilingual music album, and authored books, including his autobiography “American Son.”
He is also active in philanthropy, opening the Cecilia Gonzalez De La Hoya Cancer Center in honor of his late mother and supporting underprivileged youth through educational initiatives.
Personal Life
De La Hoya has six children and has been married twice—most recently to singer Millie Corretjer, with whom he has three children. He currently dates Holly Saunders. De La Hoya has openly battled substance abuse and sought treatment at the Betty Ford Center.
Real Estate
De La Hoya owns multiple properties, including a Pasadena mansion valued at $18 million and a custom Henderson, Nevada home he purchased for $14.6 million, renovated with luxury amenities, and later listed for $19.5 million.
De La Hoya Net Worth
De La Hoya net worth is estimated at $100 million.
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