Laila Ali is the former WBC, WIBA, IWBF and IBA female super middleweight champion. She currently works as a businesswoman and television personality.
She competed in super middleweight and light heavyweight categories as a boxer.
Who is Laila Ali?
Laila Ali, as her surname Ali suggests, is a family member of the late Muhammad Ali’s. To be precise, Laila is the daughter of legend Muhammad Ali; who passed away on 3 June 2016.
She is a retired professional boxer, businesswoman and television personality. She is one of first pro boxers to show a vision to females of having a career in this male dominated sport in the 2000s.
Laila Ali Basic Information
| Basics | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Laila Ali |
| Born | 30 December 1977 |
| Age | 47 years old |
| Birth Place | Miami Beach, Florida, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethincity | African-American |
| Faith | Islam |
| Known as | Ex-Pro Boxer, Muhammad Ali Daughter |
| Nicknames | She Bee, Madame Butterfly, Pretty Baby |
Laila Ali Age
Laila was born on 30 December 1977, making her 47 years old in 2025. Laila’s birth place is Miami Beach, Florida, United States.
Laila Ali Weight, Height, Reach
Laila Ali is a 5 feet and 10 inches tall former athlete. She has a 70.5 inches reach advantage, gym-fit body weight around 76 kg and body measurements 35–28–37 inches. Laila’s eye and hair colour is dark brown.
| Basics | Physical Stats |
|---|---|
| Height | 5 feet and 10 inches |
| Reach | 70.5 inches |
| Weight | 72 kg |
| Body Measurements | 35–28–37 inches |
| Eye Colour | Dark Brown |
| Hair Colour | Dark Brown |
| Feet Size | 7 (US) |
| Fitness | Gym, Running |
Laila Ali Early Life, Parents and Siblings
Laila Ali’s father Muhammad Ali had multiple relationships and marital lives. In fact, she is one of the youngest children of Muhammad Ali. Her mother Veronica Porché Ali was Muhammad Ali’s third wife.
Ali married four times. Before Veronica, he was married to Sonji Roi and Belinda Boyd. Laila’s parents stayed together from 1977 to 1986. In 1986 only, her father married Yolanda “Lonnie” Williams and he stayed with Yolanda until his death in 2016.
- When it comes to Laila’s siblings. Hana Ali is her only full sibling. She is an author.
- From her father’s second marriage, Maryum “May May” Ali, Jamillah Ali, Rasheda Ali and Muhammad Ali Jr are her half-siblings.
- From her father’s relationships with Aaisha Fletcher and Patricia Harvell, her half-siblings are Khaliah Ali and Miya Ali.
- When it comes Ali’s fourth and final marriage, her sibling is Asaad Amin (adopted son).
Hence, Laila is blessed to have eight siblings in total. She was born in Miami Beach. But her early childhood happened from Los Angeles, California. After her parents took divorce in 1986, she lived with her mother and sister Hana. She grew up in a privileged background.
Laila Ali Education Background
Laila Ali attended well-known Hamilton High School in Los Angeles. While being a school student, she ran her nail salon. She then moved ahead to Santa Monica College and studied business with an aim of becoming an entrepreneur. However, her boxing career did put a hold on this aim of running a business a bit.
Laila Ali Husband and Children
From 2000 to 2005, Laila Ali was married to Johnny “Yahya” McClain, who was her boxing manager too.
Laila then married Curtis Conway, who is a retired NFL wide receiver. The couple tied knots in 2007 and are the parents of two children. Curtis Muhammad Conway Jr. was born on 26 August 2008. His middle name Muhammad was given honor to Lalia’s father. On 4 April 2011, the pair got blessed with a daughter Sydney J. Conway.
Professional Boxing Career
Laila Ali set her aim to become a boxer at the age of 18. It was a surprise to her father to see a female thinking about making a pro career in boxing in the 2000s. Laila had a short-lived amateur career before turning professional on 8 October 1999 in New York as she beat April Fowler by a 1st-round knockout.
She remained unbeaten as a pro boxer with an impressive record of 24 wins in 24 fights, where 21 victories came by KO/TKO. She remained active until early 2007.
Her final boxing match happened on 3 February 2007 as she defeated Gwendolyn O’Neil. She retired as a two-decision champion, legend and pioneer (female pro boxing).
Out of all her pro fights, it was the head-to-head battle against Jacqui Frazier-Lyde in June 2021 that attracted limelight towards the female boxing back then the most. Her father Ali and Joe Frazier had legendary boxing battles during their time. In 2001, Ali and Frazier kids fighting stole the show. Laila and Jacqui battled for 10 rounds as the decision went in favour of Lalia.
Life After Boxing
In 2007, she took part in Dancing with the Stars.
Laila Ali continued her passion of becoming a businessperson post her boxing retirement. In 2008 she became a television presenter and co-hosted American Gladiators.
In 2011, she was the host of the Everyday Health show on ABC. She even made her appearances in Celebrity Apprentice and The Masked Singer.
In 2018, she even wrote a book on Food for Life: Delicious & Healthy Comfort Food from My Table to Yours. In fact, Laila has made her business around beauty and wellness.
She runs “Laila Ali Lifestyle” business and is a certified fitness and wellness coach.
Laila Ali on Social Media
Laila Ali is a well-known personality with over 4.1 million followers on Facebook, above 1.2 million followers on Instagram and 126.7K plus followers on X. Through social media, she promotes her business and shows a bit of personal life too.
- Instagram: @thereallailaali
- Facebook: @LailaAli
Net Worth of Laila Ali
Laila Ali is a rich celebrity, with a net worth of USD 11 million. She has her sums from multiple ventures.
Lesser Known Facts
- Laila does work in Parkinson’s research. It is her way to honor her father who died due to Parkinson.
- Laila pays a lot of attention towards women’s empowerment.
- While covering Wilder Vs Fury 2 fightweek buildup on ESPN, Laila said in 2020 of being open to comeback in pro boxing and fight legendary Claressa Shields.
- Laila wrote her autobiography in 2002: Reach! Finding Strength, Spirit, and Personal Power.
- For big fights, she works as a boxing pundit too.
- Laila’s hobbies are reading, traveling and promoting fitness.
- Laila is known for making healthy recipes.
FAQs
Who is Laila Ali?
Laila is the youngest daughter of Muhammad Ali?
How many times did Muhammad Ali marry?
Muhammad Ali married four times in his life before passing away in 2016.
Who is Muhammad Ali’s boxer daughter.
Laila Ali is one and only daughter of Muhammad Ali, who turned professional in boxing.
Is Laila Ali married?
Laila Ali is a married woman.
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