Jermell Charlo is a highly skilled American professional boxer who has won 6 world championships. Aside from this, he has enjoyed the support of his parents, Terrie Charlo and Kevin Charlo. Apart from them, he also enjoys the support of his wife, Chy Westbrook whom he shares three children with.
Though his name is popularized globally, he is not the only combat sports fighter in his family. His twin brother, Jermall is also a prominent boxer who is contributing to the Charlo family fame. With all these in mind, many people are curious to learn more about the life Jermell Charlo’s life.
Lets Meet Jermell Charlo’s Parents
Jermell’s parents, Terrie and Kevin got married on September 18, 1988. On their own, his father is said to have also been a boxer back in the day. Though not much is known about Kevin’s career details, we have gathered that he inspired his sons to follow a career path in boxing.
Apparently, Charlo Sr. first introduced the boys to the sport by taking them to the gym where he went for practising. Eventually, they saw it as an escape route from the rough neighborhood they grew up in. In that early stage, Kevin who had experience as an amateur boxer trained his sons. Jermell and his twin also started practising and have never turned back from this.
Over the years, the twins have fought several contenders and won many fights yet, they never hide the fact that it was their father that laid the foundation for them. On his own, Kevin has always known that aside from being a trainer and coach to them, he will always remain their father.
Aside from enjoying the support of his father, Terrie, his mother has also been in the background supporting her children. Despite putting up a united front to raise their children, Terrie’s Facebook updates suggest that Jermell’s parents may no longer be together as she now goes by the name, Terrie Hinton after her current husband, Lloyd Hinton Sr.
The Fighter is Married to Chy Westbrook
Jermell Charlo has been married to the Hawaiian beauty, Chy Westbrook for some years now. Though its unclear when they officially became man and wife, their loved up images on social media suggests that their marriage is an admirable one.
Chy’s Instagram profile describes her as a personal assistant and her activities infers that she loves to have fun with her family. Infact, her updates are mostly of herself, husband and their three children.
Other Details About Jermell Charlo
1. His Age and Educational Background
Jermell Charlo was born on Jermell and his identical twin Jermall were born on May 19, 1990. He is currently 56 years old based on this. As mentioned earlier he is the second half of a twin born to his parents.
Also, he and his twin grew up alongside their older brother, Derelle Charlo. They all attended the Alief Hastings High School in Houston, Texas.
2. Jermell Charlo Made his Professional Debut at the Age of 17
The 6 ft tall combat sports fighter launched his professional career in a December 8, 2007 fight against Corey Sommerville. This was one year before his twin made his own professional debut. Jermell gave an impressive fight when he won over his opponent in a 4 round decision win. With this match, he set a winning streak that lasted till 2018 when he lost to Tony Harrison.
Despite this setback, he won his next match and added many more fights ever since. So far, Charlo has won more than 34 fights, 19 of which are by knockouts. Through his fights, he has won titles including;
- WBC Continental Americas light middleweight title
- IBF-USBA light middleweight title
- The WBC light middleweight title
- WBA(Super) title
- IBF title
- The Ring light middleweight title
3. He and His Twin Have Promised Not to Fight Each Other
Considering that Jermell and his twin brother have shared most of their lives including a passion for boxing, they have marked the limits that they can go. The pair who now make a living from combat sports have made it clear that they would never fight each other no matter the money they are offered.
Also, other areas that they have shown their limits is in their tattoos. While one carries a tattoo that declares ‘issues’ in the case of Jermell, his brother’s own declares him to be ‘one of a kind’.
4. His Wife was Caught Fighting Jermall’s Ex-wife on Camera
Apart from being a great wife to Jermell, Chy is known to be one of his greatest cheerers and she is known to defend herself when others try to get on her nerves . Unsurprisingly, this was seen when she and Jermall’s ex-wife, Chantelle Charlo got into an altercation at a parking lot.
The two are said to have clashed on the same day Jermall was slapped by Caleb Plant ahead of a fight. Chy and Chantelle were caught on camera fighting but the truth about what led to the splat has remained elusive.
5. Jermell Charlo’s Net Worth
The fighter has an estimated net worth of $3 million which he made from his career. To give a better illustration of some of his earnings, his fight against Canelo Alvarez on September 30, 2023 will earn him $1.5 million as it is seen as the biggest fight of his career.
It would be recalled that his purse against Tony Harrison was put at $1.5 million. Looking at his cuts over the years, it is likely that he has earned such a net worth.
One may wonder how he spends his earnings. It turns out that Jermell or twincharlo as many refer to him has a taste for luxurious lifestyle. From his internet activities, we can conclude that spends money on cars, gym equipment, and on his family.
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