Pernell 'Sweet Pea' Whitaker killed after he's hit by a vehicle in "He always brightened my day, and he was very loyal to our family," said Duva, who recounted the story of Whitaker's unusual wedding to ex-wife Rovanda Anthony on Dec. 21, 1985, in Virginia Beach. super lightweight title in 1992 and Buddy McGirt for the World Boxing Council welterweight belt in early 1993. The accident occurred at approximately 10 p.m . By the way, we're told the area where Pernell was hit is NOT a popular nightlife area -- in other words, it's not like he was out partying. His mother, Novella told ABC News she was heartbroken by the decision but mentioned she will be fine because she is a fighter. #GoneButNeverForgotten, Rest in eternal peace Pernell Sweet Pea Whitaker - IMO the greatest defensive fighter of all time pic.twitter.com/55KnItMmSq, Oh no, no, no Sweet Pea was one of the greatest fighters to ever lace up gloves. No matter what he was going through, Pete had a great heart. Whitaker is generally regarded as one of the greatest defensive boxers of all-time.[5]. Following the fight, he announced his retirement and recorded his professional career with 40-4-1 with 17 knockouts. Pernell Whitaker Obituary (1964 - 2019) - Woodbridge, VA - Wausau Daily Hes limited to what he can make training other boxers, Gould said. On Wednesday, a Norfolk General District Court judge ruled in Whitakers favor, ordering Novella Whitaker and two other children and their families also living in the home to leave the house by March 31. By subscribing, I agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use, 2023 EHM PRODUCTIONS,INC. Death. pic.twitter.com/sa4qZIDIIG, Im truly lost for words to hear Pernell Sweet Pea Whitaker is no longer with us. The driver of the vehicle remained on scene with police.. He also won a gold medal at the 1984 Olympics in L.A. From 1993 to 1997 he was considered the #1 pound-for-pound fighter in the world. We ended up paying for the wedding and had the reception after the show at the fight hotel.". A planned fight in 1998 against Ike Quartey, then the W.B.A. He had black eyes and black hair color. 7:26 AM PT -- Pernell took a photo with Floyd Mayweather at an autograph show they were both appearing at in Virginia on the day before he died.
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