Biography

Deontay Wilder was born on October 22, 1985 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA. He is an actor and producer, known for Magnum P.I. (2018), Moses the Black (2026) and Billions (2016). He was previously married to Jessica Scales.

Catchphrase: 'Til this day

Deep baritone voice

National Golden Gloves and U.S. amateur champion (2007). Olympic bronze medalist (2008).

WBC world heavyweight champion (January 17, 2015 - present). Trained by Mark Breland.

Arrested in Las Vegas for domestic battery. Wilder's attorney issued a statement: "Deontay instinctively acted under the false impression that someone was stealing from him... He is extremely regretful because this is not consistent with his reputation... We hope this matter will be brought to a resolution soon". [May 4, 2013].