Happy birthday! Evander Holyfield turns 63 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary boxer turns 63 on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025.

Five-time world heavyweight champion Evander Holyfield is celebrating his 63rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed boxers of his generation.

Popular boxer Evander Holyfield has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 63rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Holyfield, a cultural icon

Born in Atmore on October 19, 1962, Evander Holyfield's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Holyfield's not just a great boxer, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Evander hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Evander Holyfield as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 63.

Happy Birthday, Evander, you're the best!

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