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Is Franchon Crews-Dezurn Married? 7 Facts About Her

June 30, 2023
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Franchon Crews-Dezurn

Franchon Crews-Dezurn

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American professional boxer, Franchon Crews-Dezurn is married to Glenn Dezun Jr.,  also a boxing professional. She began her professional career in 2016, and thus far, she’s kept up an admirable track record. Among other accolades, The Ring and BoxRec named her the best active female super middleweight in the world in 2022.

Meanwhile, Franchon is sometimes referred to as ‘Franchon Heavy Hitting Diva.’ Interestingly, this happens to be her music stage name. Did you know that the professional boxer was once a contestant on American Idol? Keep reading to find out more.

Personal Profile of Franchon Crews-Dezurn

  • Full name: Franchon Crews-Dezurn
  • Nick Name: The Heavy Hitting Diva
  • Date of birth: Jun 13, 1987
  • Age: 37 years old
  • Zodiac Sign: Gemini
  • Place of birth: Virginia Beach, Virginia, U.S
  • Parents: Sarah Crews (mother)
  • Nationality: American
  • Ethnicity: black
  • Religion: Christianity
  • Height: 5 ft 8 in (173 cm)
  • Reach: 72 in (183 cm)
  • Stance: Orthodox
  • Sexuality: straight
  • Marital Status: married
  • Spouse: Glenn Dezun Jr.

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  • Interesting Facts About Franchon Crews-Dezurn You Should Know
    • 1. Franchon Crews-Dezurn’s Brief Biography
    • 2. Franchon Crews-Dezurn made Her Professional Debut on November 19, 2016
    • 3. A Quick Look at Her Carer Record
    • 4. She Married Glenn Dezurn Jr. in 2012
    • 5. Franchon has Contributed to Her Husband’s Career Success
    • 6. She Began Her Career as a Singer
    • 7. Franchon Crews-Dezurn’s Net Worth is Estimated at $1 Million

Interesting Facts About Franchon Crews-Dezurn You Should Know

Franchon Crews-Dezurn
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1. Franchon Crews-Dezurn’s Brief Biography

Franchon Crews-Dezurn, was born on June 13, 1987, in Norfolk, Virginia and she is 37 years old at the moment. Not much is known about her family but she has said that her mother, Sarah Crews, suffered from chronic kidney disease and she died in December 2016 from her illness.

Although she was born in Virginia, Franchon later moved to Baltimore, Maryland where she had a fruitful amateur boxing career during which she competed internationally for the United States. Crews-Dezurn was initially covered by WBAN when she competed in the historic U.S. Olympic Team Trials in Spokane, Washington, at the Northern Quest resort. She won eight US Open National Championships throughout her 12-year amateur boxing career, four Pan American Continental Championships, two National PAL Championships, and twice was an alternate for the US Olympic Boxing Team.

Between 2015-2021, Franchon attended DeVry University where she bagged a Bachelor of Business Administration and Management, General.

2. Franchon Crews-Dezurn made Her Professional Debut on November 19, 2016

On November 19, 2016, Crews-Dezurn made her professional debut against two-time Olympic champion Claressa Shields, losing by a unanimous decision. Though she lost the close battle, Franchon went on to win her first professional world title, defeating Maricela Cornejo in a majority decision over 10 rounds to win the WBC Super Middleweight World Title in September 2018. 

3. A Quick Look at Her Carer Record

Franchon Crews-Dezurn's accomplishments

  • 2004 – “American Idol” TV Contestant
  • 2005 – US Open National Champion; National Golden Gloves Champion
  • 2006 – US Open National Champion; National Golden Gloves Champion;
  • National Pal Champion; Pan AM Continental Champion
  • 2007 – US Open National Champion;  National Golden Gloves Champion;
  • National Pal Champion; Pan Am Champion
  • 2008 – US Open National Champion;  National Golden Gloves Champion;
  • Pan AM Continental Champion
  • 2011 – US Open National Champion
  • 2012 – World Silver Medalist; US Olympic Team Alternate; US Open National
  • Champion; Pan AM Continental Champion
  • 2013 – US Open National Champion
  • 2014 – National Pal Champion
  • 2015 – US Open National Champion
  • 2016 – World Bronze Medalist; US Olympic TEam Alternate; Pro Debut on HBO PPV Ward-Kovalev Fight
  • 2018 – World Boxing Council (WBC) super middleweight champion
  • 2019 – World Boxing Organisation (WBO) champion
  • 2022 – World Boxing Association (WBA) and International Boxing Federation (IBF) title
  • 2022 – World’s best active female super middleweight by The Ring and BoxRec.

4. She Married Glenn Dezurn Jr. in 2012

According to claims, Franchon and Glenn Dezurn Jr. got married in 2012. Originally from Virginia, The American fighter moved to Baltimore where she discovered boxing and met her husband who is also a boxer. To date, her husband is still her training partner.

She once said that her goal in life before she retires is to fight on the same card with Glenn because he is electrifying. She also said that her husband is an inspiration for her and definitely the wind beneath her wings. In her words,

I think I’ve developed into a better fighter because I’m a reflection of him. So having him always there and just always focused and always determined, in his career, in my career, it means the world to me.

The couple has not yet confirmed whether they are parents. In the main time, they have demonstrated their love and commitment to one another on several occasions.

SEE ALSO: Who Is Christine Simpson? Has She Ever Been Married? 10 Other Things To Know

5. Franchon has Contributed to Her Husband’s Career Success

Franchon’s husband Glenn Dezun Jr. has always appreciated his wife’s contributions to his career. He once said that she hooked him up with one of the most respected trainers in the sport, Washington D.C.’s Barry Hunter. Glenn also said that as an amateur he used to see Mr. Hunter all the time and he always wanted to train at (Hunter’s) Headbangers (Boxing Club) but he wasn’t close enough to get inside his circle. However, his wife connected him and this became a great push to his professional career.

Dezurn has also given credit to the women in his life, including Cole who played the mother role for him and of course his darling wife. He has said that if it wasn’t for his wife and Cole, he’d probably be lying in the cemetery right now.

6. She Began Her Career as a Singer

Growing up, Crews-Dezurn wanted to be a singer. In an interview with Skysports, she revealed that her talents do not end with boxing. According to her, she stepped into boxing while pursuing her singing career. She also said that she stepped into the gym to lose some weight for singing. In her words, 

I just wanted to lose five pounds in one day and now I’m over here in the UK putting on a big fight. So that’s my life.

Crews-Dezurn has even appeared on the American Idol television show. While on the show, she decided that she was going to be the middleweight champion if she does not become the American Idol. According to the boxer, her dreams came true being the Super-middleweight champion of the world, undisputed. Similarly, professional boxers like Marciela Cornejo also toed the path of entertainment before landing in the ring.

7. Franchon Crews-Dezurn’s Net Worth is Estimated at $1 Million

Although the athlete hasn’t formally disclosed her actual money, it is commonly assumed that she is worth around $1 million thanks to her lucrative boxing career. Her brief musical career may also have contributed to her net worth.

Additionally, Franchon is mentioned to be a talented designer. According to her LinkedIn profile, she has designed clothing and boxing apparel under her brand, The H. H. Dezearned that has been featured on HBO, Showtime, DAZN, ESPN, and local shows. Furthermore, she has dressed a variety of boxers including her husband Glenn Dezurn Jr, and fellow world champions like Claressa Shields. Moreover, she is exploring making traditional clothing items for males and females. This will also be a booster to her net worth.

In other ventures, the professional boxer advocates for better health, women’s empowerment, equality pay in sport, and also entrepreneurship along with her husband Glenn Dezurn Jr. Also, as inspired by her mother’s death, she has invested her time and resources in educating people about kidney health.

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