Laila Amaria Ali is an American retired professional boxer, television personality, and entrepreneur. Undefeated with a 24-0 record (21 knockouts), she held the WBC, WIBA, IWBF, and IBA female super middleweight titles and the IWBF light heavyweight title from 1999 to 2007. The daughter of boxing legend Muhammad Ali, she is widely regarded as one of the greatest female boxers of all time.
After retirement, she hosted award-winning TV shows, launched the Laila Ali Lifestyle Brand, and advocated against human trafficking.
Laila Ali Wiki/Bio
| Full Name | Laila Amaria Ali |
| Date of Birth | December 30, 1977 |
| Age | 47 (as of July 19, 2025) |
| Profession | Retired Boxer, TV Host, Entrepreneur |
| Known For | Undefeated Boxing Champion, Home Made Simple, Laila Ali Lifestyle Brand |
| Hometown | Miami Beach, Florida, USA |
| Current Residence | Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Religion | Raised Muslim, later left the faith |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
| Education | Santa Monica College (Business Management) |
| Instagram ID | @thereallailaali |
Physical Details
| Attribute | Details |
| Height | 5’10” (178 cm) |
| Weight | 166 lbs (75 kg) during boxing career |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Laila Ali Early Life
Born to boxing icon Muhammad Ali and Veronica Porché, Laila was raised in Los Angeles following her parents’ divorce when she was nine. Though raised Muslim, she later chose a different spiritual path. Her teen years were tumultuous, marked by arrests and group home placement.
By 16, she became a manicurist and opened her own nail salon. She discovered boxing at 18 after watching a Christy Martin fight and made her professional debut in 1999—despite her father’s initial objections.
Laila Ali Education
| Field | Details |
| College | Santa Monica College (Business Management) |
| Other Training | Boxing training from age 18 |
Laila Ali Family Details
| Field | Details |
| Father | Muhammad Ali (boxer) |
| Mother | Veronica Porché (actress) |
| Siblings | Maryum, Rasheda, Hana, Asaad, Jamillah, Khaliah, Miya, Muhammad Jr. |
| Marital Status | Married to Curtis Conway (2007); previously married to Johnny McClain (2000–2005) |
| Children | Curtis Muhammad Jr. (b. 2008), Sydney (b. 2011); stepmother to three Conway children |
Laila Ali Career Highlights
Laila debuted professionally on October 8, 1999, knocking out April Fowler in the first round. Her 2001 match against Jacqui Frazier-Lyde was historic—a clash of boxing dynasties. She retired undefeated in 2007 with 24 wins, 21 by knockout, holding multiple world titles.
Post-retirement, she found success as a TV host, notably on OWN’s Home Made Simple (Emmy-winner), Late Night Chef Fight, and All In with Laila Ali. She also competed on Dancing with the Stars, Chopped: All Stars, and Celebrity Apprentice. In 2012, she broke ground as NBC’s first female boxing commentator for Olympic coverage.
She authored two books (Reach! and a 2017 cookbook) and launched her lifestyle brand promoting fitness and nutrition. In 2025, she joined Chef Grudge Match and Netflix’s boxing broadcast team.
Career Milestones
| Milestone | Details |
| Breakthrough | KO win in first pro fight vs. April Fowler (1999) |
| Major Awards | Two-time Hall of Fame inductee, Emmy Award for Home Made Simple |
| Recent Work | Host of Chef Grudge Match (2025), Netflix fight analyst |
| Philanthropy | Knock Out Human Trafficking, Feeding America, Women’s Sports Foundation |
Laila Ali Net Worth and Income
| Field | Details |
| Estimated Net Worth | $10 million (2025 estimate) |
| Income Sources | Boxing earnings, TV hosting, endorsements (Subway, Hot Tools, Kohl’s), Laila Ali Lifestyle Brand, public speaking |
Ali’s financial success stems from her boxing career, media appearances, endorsements, and her expanding lifestyle brand.
Laila Ali Controversies
- Celebrity Wife Swap (2014): Criticized for strict food rules imposed on singer Angie Stone’s family.
- Death Hoax (2025): A Facebook rumor falsely claimed she died in childbirth. She debunked it on Instagram, saying, “I’m fine, I’m healthy.”
- Claressa Shields Feud (2025): Shields challenged her to a comeback bout. Ali responded she’d consider returning for $15–20 million, sparking online debates and criticism from fans and boxing insiders.
Laila Ali Recent Updates
2023–2024
- TV: Continued hosting Home Made Simple and appeared on CBS’s We Need to Talk.
- Advocacy: Expanded Knock Out Human Trafficking efforts and supported Feeding America.
- Lifestyle Brand: Launched new fitness products and healthy recipes.
2025
- Death Hoax Response (March): Addressed viral false claims of her death, confirming she’s alive and healthy.
- WBC Women’s Summit (April): Shared her boxing insights with young athletes in Las Vegas.
- Claressa Shields Feud (July): Demanded $15–20M to consider returning to the ring, responding to Shields’ public challenges.
- Chef Grudge Match (August): Announced as new host, taking over from Darnell Ferguson.
- Fight Commentary (July 26): Joined Netflix’s boxing broadcast alongside Andre Ward and Seniesa Estrada for the Taylor vs. Serrano rematch.