Pernell Whitaker
American boxer
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About Pernell Whitaker
He was an American boxer whose boxing career is noted to have spanned between 1984 and 2001. His career was one that was accompanied with many successes as he was able to secure several titles such as, lightweight, welterweight, light welterweight championships. Due to his remarkable success, The Ring Magazine named him "Fighter of the Year" in 1989. He is mostly ranked amongst the greatest defensive boxers of all-time.
Family Life
His father’s name is Raymond Whitaker, while his mother is Novella Whitaker. His siblings are named Monique and Raymond, Jr. He got married to Rovanda Anthony in 1985 but they both soon divorced. Devon, Dantavious, Dominique and Pernell Jr., and Tiara Whitaker are the names of his children.
Achievements
He was installed into the "International Boxing Hall of Fame" in 2006.
He won the "NABF lightweight title" in 1987 and the "USBA lightweight title" that same year.
He picked up the "WBC The Ring lightweight titles" in 1989 and the "WBA lineal lightweight titles" in the following year.
Trivia
He was fondly given the nickname,"Sweet Pea".
He was killed by a vehicle.
He got married in a boxing ring.
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F.A.Q. about Pernell Whitaker
When is his birthday?
Pernell Whitaker's birthday is on January 2, 1964.
In how many days is his birthday?
Pernell's birthday is in 240 days
How old was Pernell when he died?
He was 55 years old.
When did he die?
He died in July 14, 2019.
How old would he be today?
Pernell Whitaker would be 60 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Pernell from?
He was born in Norfolk, Virginia, U.S..
What was Pernell Whitaker's height?
He was 5′ 6″ (1.68m) tall.