Shakur Stevenson is one of the most skilled modern-day professional boxers, with an unbeaten record of 23 wins (11 KOs) in 23 fights. The American pugilist has been holding the WBC lightweight title since 16 November 2023. He is a three-weight world champion, having won WBO titles in the featherweight and super featherweight divisions. He won the silver medal in the controversial final (in the bantamweight division) at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics.
Shakur Stevenson Net Worth
As of 2025, Shakur Stevenson’s net worth is around USD 10 million. The major portion of his net worth has come from professional boxing fights and other promotional deals.
Being a three-division world champion, Stevenson has been fighting for the world title since 26 October 2019.
In the last two years, he has earned purses worth millions of dollars. With several potential mega-fights having chances of taking place in 2025 and 2026, his net worth could increase significantly.
Net Worth Major Contribution
Endorsements: Stevenson has associated with brands like Reebok, PRIME Hydration, Pātsch Tequila and other lesser-known brands.
Last Five Fights Purse
- Vs Josh Padley | 22 February 2025 | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Stevenson earned $2.2 million.
- Vs Artem Harutyunyan | 6 July 2024 | Prudential Center, Newark: Stevenson took the purse of $1.5 million.
- Vs Edwin De Los Santos | 16 November 2023 | T‑Mobile Arena, Las Vegas: Stevenson earned around $3 million.
- Vs Shuichiro Yoshino | 8 April 2023 | Prudential Center, Newark: The fight made Stevenson earn $3.4 million.
- Vs Robson Conceicao | 23 September 2022 | Prudential Center, Newark: Earning around $3 million.
| Last Five Fights (Vs) | Earning |
|---|---|
| Josh Padley | $2.2 million |
| Artem Harutyunyan | $1.5 million |
| Edwin De Los Santos | $3 million total |
| Shuichiro Yoshino | $3.4 million |
| Robson Conceicao | $3 million total |
Promotional Backing: Shakur Stevenson left Top Rank on 6 July 2024. He turned down the offer worth 15 million USD for five fights and joined Matchroom in August 2024.
Matchroom and Top Rank are two promotional companies that have played a major role in his financial backing.
Shakur Stevenson Bio
Shakur Stevenson is an unbeaten American professional boxer, who was born on 28 June 1997 in Newark, New Jersey, United States. He has won 11 of his 23 fights by knockout.
Stevenson turned professional on 22 April 2017 after winning the Olympic silver medal in 2016 for the United States.
Stevenson is from the African-American race, following the Christian religion.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Shakur Stevenson |
| Date of Birth | 28 June 1997 |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | African-American |
| Age | 27 |
| Faith | Christianity |
| Profession | Pro Boxer |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Physical Stats
Shakur Stevenson is a top-class athlete, standing 5 feet 8 inches tall. His body weight is around 61.2 kg.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Height | 5 feet and 8 inches |
| Weight | 61.2 kg |
| Reach | 68 inches |
| Fitness | Yoga, Gym |
| Smoke | No |
| Drink | Not Much |
| Tattoos | Yes, 4 in total |
Partner and Kids
Shakur Stevenson is not married yet, but he is engaged to Michelle Ragston. His partner is a recording artist who is also known as Young Lyric. They started to live together a long time ago.
In December 2021, they welcomed a daughter named Leilani Asha.
He proposed his Michelle after beating Valdez on 30 April 2022. His partner was born on July 30, 2000, and is a professional rapper and model. She rose to fame with her ‘The Rap Game’ release.
2016 Olympic Gold Medal Match Controversy
Competing at the bantamweight division, Shakur Stevenson fought in the gold medal match against Cuba’s Robeisy Ramirez at the 2016 Olympics.
Stevenson lost the fight 2-1 on a split decision, with two judges giving Ramirez the edge. The American boxer looked sharp overall, as per various experts, but Ramirez’s winning the fight questions the credibility of the judges.
After losing the fight, Stevenson went emotional and cried. Jabs, hooks, uppercuts, and crosses favoured the American boxer.
Parents and Siblings
Mother Malikah Stevenson:
His biological father left him during his young days. Hence, his mother, Malikah, became her soul bread provider initially.
Father Alfredo Rivera:
Passed away in 2019. However, beofre leaving this world, he reconnected with Shakur. Alfredo had Puerto Rican descent.
Stepfather ShahidGuyton:
He married Malikah when Shakur was available to adopt legally. He is a father figure for Shakur. In fact, to make his life better, ShahidGuyton moved from Oakland.
Grandfather Wali Moses:
His grandfather was the first person who made him fall in love with boxing at the age of five.
Siblings:
He is blessed to have eight younger siblings, bing the eldest amongst all. Casey, Jamel, Jamelia and Jahbari (multiple siblings named) are his well-known brothers and sisters, with other half-siblings from Malikah and Shahid’s marriage.
Amateur Boxing Career
Shakur Stevenson started to learn boxing at the young age of five. At 13, in 2011, he made his amateur boxing debut.
He fought 140 times, winning 127 games and losing 13. 2013 and 2014 were the standout years in his amateur boxing career. He finished it by winning silver at the 2016 Olympics.
From an early age, he was known for his speed, footwork and elite boxing brain.
Career Highlights:
1: In 2014, he won the Youth World Championships in Sofia as a flyweight.
2: In the same year (2014), Stevenson won a gold medal as a flyweight at the Youth Olympic Games in Nanjing.
3: Late 2015, he earned the spot to represent America at the Olympics.
4: A year later, in 2016, Stevenson finished his amateur career by winning the silver medal at the Olympics in Rio.
- Started to box: 5 years old
- Amateur Boxing Debut: 2013
- Amateur Career Best: Silver at 2016 Olympics
- Boxing Record as an Amateur: 127 wins and 13 losses in 140 fights
Professional Boxing Career
Shakur Stevenson turned professional on 22 April 2017 at Stubhub Center in Carson, California. He beat Edgar Brito in a fight that went full six rounds.
As a professional boxer, he stands unbeaten with 23 wins in 23 fights. It includes 11 victories by knockout. The American pugilist is a three-weight world champion and the current WBC lightweight champion.
He held the WBO flyweight and super-flyweight titles previously. He started his career under the Top Rank banner, as they signed him in February 2017.
In his 13th pro fight, he won the WBO featherweight title and defeated Joet Gonzalez in a 12-round unanimous decision win on 26 October 2019 at Sparks Convention Center in Reno, Nevada
On 21 October 2021, he beat Jamel Herring and became the two-division world champion. The fight was for the WBO super featherweight title at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.
He then unified the division by beating Oscar Valdez for the WBC belt and also won the vacant The Ring super featherweight title on 30 April 2022.
He had the chance to win the WBA belt too, but missing the weight against Robson Conceiacao lost him the chance back in September 2023.
On 16 November 2023, he beat Edwin De Los Santos for the vacant WBC lightweight title at T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada.
Defending his title, he beat Artem Harutyunyan in April 2024 and Josh Padley in February 2025.
- Stance: Southpaw
- Record: 23-0, 11 KOs
Next Fight
On 12 July 2025 in New York, Stevenson will defend his WBC lightweight title against William Zepeda, who is 33-0, 27 KOs. It is a fight between two undefeated professional fighters. It is a part of DAZN pay-per-view.
Trainers in Boxing Career
- Wali Moses, his grandfather, was his first boxing coach and trainer at the age of five.
- Kay Koroma is his long-time trainer while growing up.
- In his pro career, Coach Rell has played a huge role.
Professional Career Summary
- Turned professional on 22 April 2017.
- In February 2017, he signed a promotional deal with Top Rank.
- 2019: Won his first world title in the flyweight division.
- 2021: Beat close friend Jamel Herring for super flyweight title.
- 2022: Beat Oscar Valdez in April for the WBC title. Missed weight against Robson Conceicao and did not get the chance to win the WBA super flyweight title.
- 2023: Won the WBC lightweight title after beating Edwin De Los Santos.
- 2024: Signed a deal with Matchroom (promotion).
Last 10 Fights
| Vs | Date | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Josh Padley (Latest) | Feb 22, 2025 | TKO |
| Artem Harutyunyan | Jul 6, 2024 | UD |
| Edwin De Los Santos | Nov 16, 2023 | UD |
| Shuichiro Yoshino | Apr 8, 2023 | TKO |
| Robson Conceicao | Sep 23, 2022 | UD |
| Oscar Valdez | Apr 30, 2022 | UD |
| Jamel Herring | Oct 23, 2021 | TKO |
| Jeremiah Nakathila | Jun 12, 2021 | UD |
| Toka Khan Clary | Dec 12, 2020 | UD |
| Felix Caraballo | Jun 9, 2020 | KO |
Social Media
Shakur Stevenson is available on social media platforms such as X, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.
Being a boxer, one can follow his pro and personal life on socials. Shakur’s every social media handle contains the same information, with X being an exception where he shares his views on boxing too.
| Platform | Account | Followers |
|---|---|---|
| @ShakurStevensonOfficial | Over 31k followers | |
| @shakurstevenson | Over 1.2 million followers | |
| X | @ShakurStevenson | Over 309k followers |
| TikTok | @shakurstevenson | Over 48.3k followers |
Car Collection
Shakur Stevenson has a decent luxury car collection.
- Mercedes‑Benz S‑Class
- MW 340i M‑Sport
- Volvo XC90
- Maybach
- Aston Martin Vantage
Properties
- In 2018, he purchased a house in his hometown of Newark for $550,000. A six-bedroom house, he gifted to his family.
- He has a house in Alexandria, Virginia.
FAQ
Is Shakur Stevenson married?
Stevenson is not married yet. However, he is engaged to Michelle Ragston.
Who was Shakur Stevenson’s favourite fighter whole growing up?
Shakur Stevenson’s favourite boxer as a kid was Floyd Mayweather Jr.
Is Shakur Stevenson unbeaten?
Yes, Shakur is unbeaten with having won all his 23 pro fights.
What is Shakur Stevenson’s net worth?
As per 2025, Shakur Stevenson’s net worth is USD 10 million.
Is Terence Crawford Shakur Stevenson’s trainer?
Terence Crawford is not Shakur’s trainer, but they are good friends and train at the same gym.
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