Laila Ali

Professional Boxer

American Miami Beach, Florida, U.S.

Quick Info

ProfessionProfessional Boxer
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth30/12/1977
Age48 years
BirthplaceMiami Beach, Florida, U.S.

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Bio/Wiki

Real NameLaila Amaria Ali
NicknameShe Bee Stingin'
Zodiac sign/Sun signCapricorn
HometownLouisville, Kentucky, U.S.

Physical Stats & More

Height178 cm
Weight72 kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack
Figure Measurements35-28-37

Educational Qualification(s)

CollegeSanta Monica College, California, United States
Educational QualificationsBusiness degree

Personal Life

ReligionIslam (doesn't follow the Islamic faith)
EthnicityBlack American
Hobbies
  • Cooking
  • Gymming
  • Writing
  • Nail-art
ControversiesLaila was arrested several times like- for stealing her mother's car, shoplifting, credit card frauds etc.

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Sexual OrientationStraight
Affairs/Boyfriends
  • Johnny McClain (1999-2005)
  • Curtis Conway, American Footballer (2005-present)
Husband
  • John McClain (married 2000-2005)
  • Curtis Conway (married 2007-present)
Children
  • Sydney J. Conway (born April 4, 2011)
  • Curtis Muhammad Conway Jr. (born August 26, 2008)

Family

FatherLate Muhammad Ali (Boxer)
MotherVeronica Porché Ali
Siblings
  • Asaad Amin (step)
  • Muhammad Ali Jr (step)
  • Hana Ali
  • Rasheda Ali (step)
  • Maryum Ali (step)
  • Jamillah Ali (step)
  • Khaliah Ali (step)
  • Miya Ali (step)

Career

Boxing
Professional DebutOn October 8, 1999 against April Fowler in Verona, New York
Coach/MentorJohnny 'Yahya' McClain (manager)
StanceOrthodox
Achievements
  • IBA Female Super Middleweight title (2002/2004)
  • IWBF Female Super Middleweight title (2002/2004)
  • IWBF Female Light Heavyweight title (2004)
  • WIBA World Super Middleweight title (2002/2007)
  • WBC World Super Middleweight title (2005/2007)
  • AOCA Awakening Outstanding Contribution Award (2012)
  • 24-0 undefeated professional record with 21 knockouts
Career Turning PointOn 17 August 2002, when she won the IBA title.

Favourites

Favourite BoxerChristy Martin
Favourite Food
  • Greek yogurt
  • kale chips
  • Chicken tenders
  • beetroot

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Laila Ali's smoking habits are not known.
2. Laila Ali's alcohol consumption is not known.
3. At 16 years old, she worked as a manicurist.
4. Prior to starting her boxing career, she owned a nail salon.
5. She started boxing at 18, inspired by Christy Martin.
6. She announced her decision to become a professional boxer on Good Morning America.
7. Initially, her father, Muhammad Ali, opposed her decision to pursue professional boxing due to its risks.
8. In her debut fight against April Fowler, Laila won by knockout in 31 seconds.
9. She won her second match with only 3 seconds remaining on the clock.
10. After 8 consecutive wins, she fought and defeated Jackie Frazier-Lyde on June 8, 2001.
11. Laila faced her idol Christy Martin on August 23, 2003, and won by knockout in 4 rounds.
12. Winning the WBC title made her the second woman to achieve this after Jackie Nava.
13. Laila enjoys cooking and has appeared on various cooking shows.
14. In 2002, she co-authored the book "Reach! Finding Strength, Spirit, and Personal Power" with David Ritz.
15. She appeared in Canadian rock band Default's "Deny" music video in 2002.
16. In 2007, Laila participated in Dancing with the Stars and was partnered with Maksim Chmerkovskiy.
17. Laila's final professional boxing match was on February 2, 2007, where she defeated O'Neil.
18. She is the founder and CEO of the Laila Ali Lifestyle Brand.
19. She is a fitness and nutrition expert, TV host, author, and motivational speaker.
20. She won the celebrity edition of Food Network's Chopped.
21. She hosted Late Nite Chef Fight on the FYI Network.
22. She released a cookbook in Fall 2017.
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