Pernell Whitaker date of birth:
January 2, 1964
How old is Pernell Whitaker?
61
Where was Pernell Whitaker born?
Norfolk, Virginia, United States
How tall is Pernell Whitaker?
5' 6" (168 cm)
Pernell Whitaker body shape:
Athletic
What color are Pernell Whitaker's eyes?
Black
What color is Pernell Whitaker's hair?
Black
Is Pernell Whitaker gay or straight?
Straight
What is Pernell Whitaker's ethnicity?
Black
What is Pernell Whitaker nationality?
American
What is Pernell Whitaker's occupation?
Boxer
Short Biography
Pernell Whitaker (born January 2, 1964) is an American former professional boxer and current boxing trainer. He won a silver medal as a lightweight at the 1982 Amateur World Championships, followed by gold at the 1983 Pan American Games and 1984 Olympics. In his professional career, Whitaker won world titles in four different weight divisions. During his career he fought a multitude of world champions such as Julio César Chávez, Oscar De La Hoya and Félix Trinidad. For his achievements, Whitaker was named the 1989 Fighter of the year by The Ring magazine.