Manny Pacquiao

Boxer

Filipino Kibawe, Bukidnon, Philippines

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Quick Info

ProfessionBoxer
NationalityFilipino
BirthplaceKibawe, Bukidnon, Philippines
Date of Birth17/12/1978
Age47 years

Latest News about Manny Pacquiao

19/09/2026

Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather agreed to a rematch exhibition at The Sphere in Las Vegas on September 19, 2026, reigniting their long-awaited showdown from 2015. However, as of July 2026, the fight's status remains uncertain due to scheduling conflicts and disputes over whether it will be a professional or exhibition match.

18/04/2026

Manny Pacquiao faced Ruslan Provodnikov in a 10-round welterweight exhibition bout at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. The 47-year-old Filipino legend, who came out of retirement in July 2025, competed in his second fight since returning to the ring.

2025-07

After retiring in September 2021, Pacquiao officially reversed his retirement and returned to the ring in July 2025, facing WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios. The bout ended in a majority draw, marking his first competitive appearance after a four-year break.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameEmmanuel Manny Dapidran Pacquiao
Nickname(s)
  • Manny
  • Pac Man
  • The Destroyer
  • The Mexicutioner
  • The Nation’s Fist
  • The Filipino Slugger
  • The Fighting Congressman
  • National Godfather
  • Fighting Pride of the Philippines
Famous forBeing a world champion boxer

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 5½" (166 cm)
Weight66 Kg (146 lbs)
Eye ColorDark Brown
Hair ColorBlack
Reach67 inches

Educational Qualification(s)

BSBA - Marketing Management ProgramNotre Dame of Dadiangas University (dropped out)
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in political scienceUniversity of Makati
Master's degree in Management, Major in Public AdministrationPhilippine Christian University (completed in 2022)

Personal Life

Religion/Religious ViewsEvangelical Protestantism
Food HabitNon-vegetarian
Hobbies
  • Photography
  • Playing piano & guitar
  • Playing chess & billiards (pool)
Tattoo(s)
  • Meteor tattoo on left forearm
  • Glove on the right side of his chest
  • Rose on his right shoulder
  • Names of his family members on left shoulder
Piercing(s)In left ear

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Affairs/Girlfriends
  • Jinkee Jamora (beauty consultant, 1998)
  • Ara Mina (actress & singer, 2007)
  • Krista Ranillo (actress, 2009)
Marriage Date10/05/1999

Family

WifeJinkee Jamora Pacquaio
Children
  • Michael Pacquiao (rapper)
  • Emmanuel Pacquiao Jr. (boxer)
  • Israel Pacquiao (youngest)
  • Mary Divine Grace Pacquiao (You
  • Tuber)
  • Queen Elizabeth Pacquiao (actor)
Parents
FatherRosalio Pacquiao
MotherDionesia Dapidran-Pacquiao (actress)
Siblings
  • Bobby Pacquiao (younger
  • Domingo Silvestre
  • Rogelio Pacquiao
  • Liza Silvestre-Onding
  • Isidra Pacquiao-Paglinawan
  • Bobby Pacquiao (younger, former professional boxer and member of the House of Representatives of the Philippines)

Career

Debut22/01/1995
Coach/MentorFreddie Roach
Turned Pro1995
Retirement Date29/09/2021
Professional Boxing Record62-8-2, 39 KOs
Entertainment
DebutFilm: Di Ko Kayang Tanggapin in 2000 (as Dong), TV Series: Totoy Bato in 2009 (as Emmanuel; aired on GMA Network)
Awards, Honours, Achievements
  • Inducted into the Eastwood City Walk of Fame in December 2006
  • 36th GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards People's Hero Award in 2006
  • 25th Philippine Movie Press Club Star Awards for Movies Newsmaker of the Year in 2009
  • MEGA Man Magazine Man of the Year in 2015
  • 50th GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards Global Achievement by a Filipino Award in 2019
Politics
Political Party
  • Liberal Party of the Philippines (LP)
  • Kabalikat ng Malayang Pilipino (KAMPI)
  • Lakas–Christian Muslim Democrats (Lakas–CMD)
  • People's Champ Movement (PCM)
  • Nacionalista Party
  • United Nationalist Alliance (UNA)
  • Progressive Movement for the Devolution of Initiatives (PROMDI)
  • Partido Demokratiko Pilipino (PDP–Laban)
Political Journey
  • Lost the Philippine House of Representatives election from the 1st District of South Cotabato province in 2007
  • Elected to the House of Representatives (15th Congress) from Sarangani province (2010-2013)
  • Re-elected to the 16th Congress of the Philippines from Sarangani province (2013-2016)
  • Senator of the Philippines (2016-2022)
  • Chair of the Senate Public Works Committee (2016-2022)
  • Chair of the Senate Ethics and Privileges Committee (2018-2022)
Awards, Honours, Achievements
  • Presidential Medal of Merit in 2003
  • Congressional Medal of Achievement/Distinction/Honor in 2003 and 2010
  • Order of Lakandula with the rank of 'Champion for Life' (Kampeon Habambuhay) in 2006
  • Philippine Legion of Honor with the rank of 'Officer' (Pinuno) in 2008
  • Order of Sikatuna with the rank of Datu (Grand Cross with Gold Distinction) in 2009
Comeback
Retirement Reversal DateJuly 2025
First Comeback FightMajority draw vs Mario Barrios (July 2025)
Second Comeback Fight10-round exhibition vs Ruslan Provodnikov (April 18, 2026, Las Vegas)
Planned Third FightExhibition vs Floyd Mayweather (September 19, 2026, Las Vegas; status uncertain)

Favourites

Boxers
  • Joe Frazier
  • Sugar Ray Leonard
  • Mike Tyson
  • Oscar De La Hoya
  • George Foreman
FoodButterfinger Peanut Butter Cups
AccessoriesCamera (Canon Flagship)
Actor
  • Mark Wahlberg
  • Keanu Reeves
Ring Entrance Song'Eye of the Tiger' by Survivor

Style Quotient

Car Collection
  • Mercedes-Benz SL 550
  • Ferrari 458 Italia
  • Porsche Cayenne Turbo
  • Lincoln Navigator
  • Cadillac Escalade
  • Hummer H2
Bike CollectionM2 Cyclone 1200cc
Watch Collection
  • Rolex GMT-Master II
  • Rolex Cosmograph Daytona
  • Patek Philippe Nautilus
  • Rolex Yacht-Master
  • Audemars Piguet Royal Oak
Expensive Things
  • Private Jet
  • Helicopter
Money Factor
Salary/Income (approx.)$20 million (as of 2024)
Career Earnings
  • 2009: $40 million
  • 2010: $42 million
  • 2011: $25 million
  • 2012: $62 million
  • 2013: $34 million
  • 2014: $41.8 million
  • 2015: $160 million
  • 2016: $24 million
  • 2019: $26 million
NoteHis earnings in the decade of 2010-2019 are $435 million, and his career earnings are over $500 million

Social Media

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/mannypacquiao/
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/MannyPacquiao
YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@MannyPacquiao
Twitterhttps://twitter.com/MannyPacquiao
TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@mannypacquiao

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Manny Pacquiao was born into poverty in Kibawe, Bukidnon, Philippines.
2. As a child, he admired Bruce Lee and mimicked his fighting style.
3. His beloved pet dog, 'Pacman', a Jack Russel Terrier, passed away in 2020 at the age of 14.
4. Movies like 'Pacquiao: The Movie' (2006) and 'Kid Kulafu' (2015) depict his inspiring life story.
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