Obituary of Pernell Whitaker

Pernell Whitaker

Pernell Whitaker Sr. (born January 2, 1964 in Norfolk, Virginia) was a professional American boxer who was best known for competing from 1984 to 2001, and worked as a boxing trainer in his later life. Pernell died on July 14, 2019 and his death was because he was struck by a car while crossing the street. He died at age 55.

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Pernell Whitaker Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Whitaker, Pernell
Common Name: Pernell Whitaker
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Norfolk, Virginia, United States
Birth Date: January 02, 1964
Age: 55 (at death)
Also Known As: Sweet Pea
Occupation: Boxer

Religion: Christian
Net Worth: $250 thousand
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
Favorite Color: Brown
Favorite Scent: Dior Sauvage
Favorite Actor: Anthony Hopkins

Pernell's Family Tree

Birth Name: Pernell Whitaker Sr.
Father: Raymond Whitaker
Mother: Novella Whitaker
Brother(s):

Raymond Pernell, Jr.

Sister(s):

Monique Pernell

Spouse/Partner:

Rovanda Anthony (married December 21, 1985-divorced?)

Son(s):

Pernell Whitaker Jr. (died September 1, 2015)
Dominique Whitaker
Dontavious Whitaker
Devon Whitaker

Daughter(s):

Tiara Whitaker

Death Notice:

Date: July 14 2019 at age 55
Place: Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States
Cause of Death: Accident (hit by a car)

Category Tags:

Boxer American Born on January 2nd Born in 1964 Born in Virginia Died in 2019 Died at age 55 Died from Accident

Quotable Quotes:

"Pernell Whitaker's extraordinary life and untimely passing will always be remembered as a testament to his legendary skills and unwavering determination in the ring. (V)"

"Pernell Whitaker had a successful career as a professional boxer, winning multiple world titles and earning a reputation as one of the greatest defensive fighters in history, but tragically passed away too soon at the age of 55. (V)"

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