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Roy Jones Jr.

Roy Jones Jr.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Roy Jones Jr. is an American former professional boxer, commentator, trainer, rapper, and actor born on January 16, 1969, in Pensacola, Florida. He competed professionally from 1989 to 2018 and again in 2023, winning world titles in multiple weight classes including middleweight, super middleweight, light heavyweight, and heavyweight. Jones is widely regarded as one of the top boxers of his era.

Early life and amateur career

Roy Jones Jr. was born in Pensacola, Florida, in 1969. He represented the United States at the 1988 Summer Olympics, where he won a silver medal.

Professional boxing career

Jones turned professional in 1989 and won world titles in multiple divisions, including middleweight, super middleweight, light heavyweight, and heavyweight. A commonly cited final professional record is 66 wins, 9 losses, and 0 draws, with 47 wins by knockout. He fought again in 2023 after his 2018 retirement.

Record and legacy

Sources commonly cite his professional record as 66 wins, 9 losses, and 47 knockouts at the time of his 2018 retirement, though some later databases include his 2023 bout in updated totals. He is widely regarded as one of the top boxers of his era.

Life after championship boxing

After his prime years in the ring, Jones remained active as a boxing commentator, trainer, and entertainer, including work in music and film. He fought Mike Tyson in an exhibition bout in 2020; it was not a professional title fight.

Key facts

  • Won a silver medal for the United States at the 1988 Summer Olympics.
  • Became world champion in several divisions and is widely regarded as one of the top boxers of his era.
  • A commonly cited final professional record is 66–9 with 47 knockouts.
  • Fought again in 2023 after his 2018 retirement.
  • Has also worked as a commentator, trainer, rapper, and actor.
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Canadian context

Roy Jones Jr. is best known to Canadian readers as one of boxing’s major international figures, with his fights and commentary widely followed in Canadian sports media and boxing communities.

Frequently asked questions

How old is Roy Jones Jr.?
He was born on January 16, 1969, which makes him 57 years old as of July 23, 2026.
What is Roy Jones Jr.'s record?
A commonly cited professional record is 66 wins, 9 losses, and 0 draws, with 47 wins by knockout.
Roy Jones Jr. vs Mike Tyson
Roy Jones Jr. fought Mike Tyson in an exhibition bout in 2020; it was not a professional title fight.
What is Roy Jones Jr.'s net worth?
Reliable, up-to-date net worth figures are not provided in the supplied sources, and public estimates vary widely. The available sources here do not verify a single authoritative number.
What is Roy Jones Jr. doing now?
He remains involved in boxing and entertainment as a commentator, trainer, rapper, and occasional fighter, with a 2023 bout appearing in some records.
What are Roy Jones Jr.'s highlights?
His major highlights include an Olympic silver medal in 1988, world titles across multiple weight classes, and a historic heavyweight championship win after beginning at light middleweight.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roy_Jones_Jr.
    Supports: Birth date, professional span, Olympic silver medal, and multiple world titles across weight classes.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Roy-Jones-Jr
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, age, and overview of his status as a leading boxer.
  3. International Boxing Hall of Fame — http://www.ibhof.com/pages/about/inductees/modern/jonesjr.html
    Supports: Retirement record of 66-9 (47 KOs) and notable wins.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1035578/
    Supports: Roles as commentator and trainer; career summary and Olympic silver medal.
  5. TheFamousPeople — https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/roy-jones-jr--30816.php
    Supports: Career highlights including world titles, record, and recognition as a top boxer.
  6. The Sun — https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/13282849/roy-jones-jr-boxing-record-world-belts-mike-tyson/
    Supports: Mike Tyson exhibition bout and retirement context.