Columbus, OH

Oscar De La Hoya says he advised former fighter Canelo Alvarez not to face Floyd Mayweather in 2013 and admits the Mexican no longer likes him. The Golden Boy boss explained the current situation with Canelo when remembering the time the multi-weight champion suffered his first loss. Mayweather dominated Canelo on his way to a hotly debated majority decision.

De La Hoya: ‘I told Canelo not to fight Mayweather – he hates me!’

Las Vegas, NV

Edgar Berlanga is vowing to retire Canelo Alvarez when he fights him on September 14, declaring boxing "needs a new face!"

Edgar Berlanga Vows To Retire Canelo, 'Boxing Needs A New Face!'

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From one boxing legend to another, Oscar De La Hoya is pleading Floyd Mayweather to hang up the gloves for good. Mayweather retired from professional boxing after he defeated MMA star Conor McGregor in 2017, bringing his perfect record to 50 wins. Although Mayweather never set foot in the ring again as a professional fighter, he has stayed busy doing exhibition bouts with celebrities and influencers.

Oscar De La Hoya pleads Floyd Mayweather to stop 'embarrassing' exhibition bouts

Jake Paul has been warned that he may be heading for ‘an all time backfire’ in his upcoming fight with Mike Tyson. Legendary two-weight UFC champion Daniel Cormier is one of the top analysts in combat sports, and has been keeping a keen eye on Paul’s fledgling boxing career. But he is one of the many vocal critics of the upcoming fight between the YouTube star and 58-year-old Tyson.

‘An all time backfire’… UFC legend sends KO warning to Jake Paul ahead of controversial Mike Tyson fight

Athletes often seek out top coaches and fighters to train with before a big fight, and that’s exactly what boxing superstar Canelo Alvarez is doing. Alvarez has been training alongside multi-weight champion Teofimo Lopez. The 34-year-old Mexican star is gearing up for his next fight against Edgar Berlanga, scheduled for Mexican Independence Day. Fans were excited to see the two boxing stars training together.

Canelo Alvarez’s Training With Teofimo Lopez Leaves Fans Seeing A Future Star – “Legendary Link Up”

Los Angeles, CA

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It's been more than four decades since former child star William “Billie” Thomas Jr. died in Los Angeles of a heart attack at only 49 on October 10, 1980. Best known as "Buckwheat," the character he portrayed in the original Hal Roach-ignited Our Gang/Little Rascals classic film shorts from 1934 to 1944, Thomas faced similar challenges and misfortunes of several of his co-stars and other former child actors. This is his story.

Billie "Buckwheat" Thomas - 'Little Rascals'/'Our Gang' Child Star: 44 Years After His Tragic Death

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Los Angeles County, CA

In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

Jim Nabors refused to fire co-star Frank Sutton and then CBS cancelled his TV variety show. Here's what happened. The Jim Nabors Hourwas broadcast on CBS from 1969 to 1971, following Nabors' decision to end his hit sitcom Gomer Pyle - USMC (CBS, 1964-1969).

Jim Nabors Refused to Fire Co-Star Frank Sutton and Then CBS Cancelled His TV Variety Show

It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

It's been decades since actor/stuntman Scott Newman died of a drug overdose onNovember 20, 1978. He was the only son and the eldest child of actor Paul Newman. Here's what happened.

In Memory of Scott Newman (Son of Hollywood Icon Paul Newman): Decades After His Tragic Death

Anthony Taylor did not disappoint in his main card matchup against Gabriel Silva earlier today (Sat., Aug. 31, 2024) at Misfits Boxing 17 live on DAZN pay-per-view (PPV) from inside 3Arena in Dublin, Ireland, stopping the son of Anderson Silva with a devastating third-round TKO. This matchup came together after...

Highlights! Anthony Taylor smokes Anderson Silva’s son with nasty TKO, calls out Darren Till and Floyd Mayweather | Misfits Boxing 17

It's been two decades since beloved actor Brian Kelly died of pneumonia at 73 in 2005. Best known as Porter Ricks in the classic TV family show Flipper(NBC, 1964-1967), Kelly had once suffered a paralyzing motorcycle accident that ended his acting career. However, he rechanneld his creative talent and became a producer. This is his story.

The Paralyzing Accident & Tragic Death of TV's 'Flipper' Father Brian Kelly: Two Decades Later

Oscar De La Hoya has reacted after suggestions he has fake abs. De La Hoya has stayed in shape since retiring from boxing. The 51-year-old is a six-weight world champion, making him a boxing legend. Since his retirement, he has turned his promotional company, Golden Boy, into one of the best promotional outfits. But much has been said of his physique. The following video shows De La Hoya working out.

De La Hoya Denies Abdominal Implants

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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After serving the Fort Lauderdale community for over 25 years, Canyon restaurant has officially closed its doors, making way for a new culinary experience. The beloved dining spot, known for its Southwestern flavors and loyal following, will be replaced by Daniel’s, a steakhouse from the Miami-based Gioia Hospitality Group.

Beloved Florida Restaurant Closes Its Doors After 25 Years, Steakhouse Set to Move In

After a rocky period, two-time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has looked back to his best in recent months. Joshua’s physical gifts have never been in question, but over the course of five rounds of target practice against a reticent Otto Wallin and a powerful but out-of-his-depth Francis Ngannou, Joshua seems to have rediscovered the self-belief and composure that characterized his first reign as champion.

Anthony Joshua understands the danger posed by Daniel Dubois

Teofimo Lopez shared a clip of himself sparring with Canelo Alvarez. Lopez is targeting the biggest fights following his win over Steve Claggett, where he successfully defended his WBO Junior Welterweight Title. He has been calling out Terence Crawford, who is currently the WBA Champion at 154. Lopez has also hinted at a move up to 147, meaning he would face bigger punchers.

Teofimo Lopez And Canelo Spar

Carson, CA

Diego Pacheco and Maciej Sulecki made weight for their 12-round super middleweight fight on Friday ahead of Saturday’s Matchroom Boxing event at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, CA. Los Angeles Pacheco (21-0, 17 KOs) weighed in at 168, while Sulecki of Poland tilted the scale at 167.4 pounds....

Diego Pacheco and Maciej Sulecki make weight for super middleweight bout

Oakland, CA

OAKLAND, Calif. – Middleweights Amari Jones and Daniel Echeverria successfully weighed in for their upcoming bout in Oakland. Echeverria, of Mexico, required a second attempt to reach the 161-pound limit ahead of their fight at the Marriott on Broadway in downtown Oakland on Saturday. The 22-year-old Jones (12-0, 11...

Amari Jones and Daniel Echeverria make weight ahead of Saturday bout

Such are the standards set by Naoya Inoue, and so great is his form, the prospect of the Japanese superstar fighting Ireland’s TJ Doheny on Tuesday, September 3 has been greeted with, at best, widespread indifference, and, at worst, condemnation. It is, according to most, a fight Inoue doesn’t...

The Beltline: After a perfect run of three, Naoya Inoue takes his foot off the gas

OAKLAND, Calif. — Middleweight Amari Jones electrified his hometown crowd Saturday night, stopping veteran journeyman Daniel Echeverria in the third round at the Oakland Marriott on Broadway. Jones (13-0, 12 KOs) delivered a knockout blow at 1:39 of the round, leading referee Dan Stell to stop the fight after...

Amari Jones extends his knockout streak to four with third-round stoppage of Daniel Echeverria

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Oscar De La Hoya to Floyd Mayweather Jr: ‘ You have to stop embarrassing yourself’

Oscar De La Hoya has urged Floyd Mayweather Jr, the man who tightly outscored him over 12 rounds in 2007, to stop “embarrassing” himself in exhibitions...

Oscar De La Hoya to Floyd Mayweather Jr: ‘ You have to stop embarrassing yourself’

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