Oscar De La Hoya's career earnings built one of boxing's great fortunes — yet the "Golden Boy" has still taken a hefty financial hit in the ring of divorce. Millie Corretjer, Oscar De La Hoya's ex-wife, will keep two Puerto Rico properties worth $13.5 million after their divorce, stripping the six-division champion of two prime Caribbean assets. Even so, De La Hoya's post-boxing empire remains formidable, with a net worth that most sources place between $100 million and $200 million.
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Key takeaways
- Millie Corretjer was awarded two Puerto Rico properties — one valued at $3.5 million in San Juan, the other at $10 million at Bahia Beach Resort, Río Grande
- De La Hoya's net worth is estimated at between $100 million and $200 million, depending on the source
- During his boxing career, De La Hoya is thought to have earned upwards of $510 million in the ring
- The boxer and promoter filed for divorce in January 2023, seven years after their separation
- In 2002, De La Hoya founded Golden Boy Promotions, which remains his primary post-boxing income source
Profile summary
Full name | Oscar De La Hoya |
Date of birth | 4 February 1973 |
Birthplace | East Los Angeles, California, USA |
Nationality | American, Mexican |
Height | 5 ft 11 in (180 cm) |
Boxing record | 39 wins (30 KOs), 6 losses, 45 total fights |
Ex-wife | Milagros "Millie" Corretjer (m. 2001, div. 2025) |
Children | 6 |
Nickname | The Golden Boy |
Occupation | Retired boxer, boxing promoter |
Company | Golden Boy Promotions |
Net worth | $100M–$200M (estimated) |
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Oscar De La Hoya's career earnings explained
De La Hoya, also known as the "Golden Boy," is one of the most successful and popular boxers in history, winning 10 world titles across six different weight classes during his career. That ring dominance translated directly into record-breaking pay packets.
Fight purses and pay-per-view revenue
During his boxing career, De La Hoya is thought to have earned upwards of $510 million in the ring. His most lucrative bout was against Floyd Mayweather Jr. in 2007, which earned him around $52 million.
He was named The Ring magazine Fighter of the Year in 1995 and was its top-rated fighter in the world, pound for pound, in 1997 and 1998. De La Hoya generated approximately $700 million in pay-per-view income, making him the top pay-per-view earner before being surpassed by Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao.
His key fight purses by opponent:
- Floyd Mayweather Jr. (2007): $52 million — a world record at the time
- Bernard Hopkins (2004): $30 million
- Félix Trinidad (1999): $21 million
- Manny Pacquiao (2008): $35 million
Endorsements and sponsorships
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De La Hoya's sponsorships and endorsements have included Nike, EA Sports, TITLE Boxing, Everlast, Beam Global Spirits & Wine, and Tres Generaciones Tequila.
Golden Boy Promotions
Golden Boy Promotions is an American boxing promotional firm based in Los Angeles, California. The company was established in 2002 by De La Hoya, borrowing his nickname "Golden Boy."
Golden Boy Promotions became a genuine power in boxing. Its biggest triumph was signing and developing a young Canelo Álvarez, who grew into the sport's premier pay-per-view attraction. Oscar said:
"There's nothing that makes me happier than to see fighters get in the ring and perform."
Sources differ on the exact figure, so an honest range is more useful than a single number.
- Celebrity Net Worth puts his net worth at $100 million
- Sports Illustrated, Yahoo Finance, and multiple boxing outlets estimate his wealth at $200 million
The discrepancy likely reflects differing valuations of Golden Boy Promotions, real estate, and the impact of the divorce settlement. His primary sources of wealth include:
- Boxing purses and pay-per-view revenue
- Golden Boy Promotions (Chairman and CEO)
- Real estate investments
- Endorsement deals and sponsorships
- Business ventures including Casa México Tequila
Oscar De La Hoya's house and real estate holdings
In 2022, he snapped up a sprawling Henderson, Nevada mansion for $14.6 million cash — a 13,000-square-foot modern fortress with a home theatre, gym, and infinity pool overlooking the desert. By 2024, he listed it for $20 million, a savvy flip amid Las Vegas's property boom.
Under the Golden Boy Promotions umbrella is also Golden Boy Partners. This arm of the company handles De La Hoya's real estate portfolio, which heavily targets the development of Latin communities.
The $13.5 million divorce settlement
Oscar and Millie separated in 2016, but it wasn't until January 2023 that he filed for divorce. Oscar and Millie first met in 2000 and in October 2001 they tied the knot.
They had three children together before separating in 2016. The former six-division world champion didn't file for divorce until January 2023, and the two finally reached a settlement in 2025, more than two decades after getting married.
What Millie Corretjer received in the divorce
New court documents filed in Puerto Rico brought the property split into public view. According to court documents obtained by TMZ Sports, Corretjer was granted full ownership of a property in San Juan worth $3.5 million, and a $10 million residence at the Bahia Beach Resort in Río Grande, based on a stipulation in which the real estate was granted to her as sole and separate property.
The new court filing doesn't represent a change to their divorce settlement. TMZ reports that Puerto Rico requires a certified court order to formally transfer the properties, which is why the details have now surfaced.
The rest of the former couple's divorce settlement, including other terms and conditions, remains confidential as they move forward separately after over 20 years of marriage. Oscar shared:
"We are aware of the lawsuit. Unfortunately, Vergil is getting bad advice from his lawyer and manager, who have repeatedly violated the contract. We will aggressively defend this lawsuit and enforce our rights."
Who is richer — Pacquiao or De La Hoya?
This is one of the most searched questions about the two former rivals. De La Hoya ranks 5th on the list of richest boxers in 2025, with first place belonging to his former opponent Floyd Mayweather Jr.
Manny Pacquiao is a Filipino boxer, actor, singer, endorser, and politician who has a net worth of $220 million. On most current estimates, Pacquiao edges De La Hoya — particularly if Celebrity Net Worth's $100 million figure for De La Hoya is used. If the $200 million estimate is applied, the two are roughly level.
During his legendary boxing career, Pacquiao made an estimated $535 million, $130 million alone from his 2015 fight against Floyd Mayweather. He also earned $500 million more from endorsements throughout his career. De La Hoya, by contrast, generated more of his wealth through promotion rather than endorsements in his post-fighting years. On balance, most credible sources place Pacquiao marginally ahead.
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Golden Boy Promotions in 2026
De La Hoya says he feels the same void American fight fans have experienced given the flood of major bouts taken to Saudi Arabia. Golden Boy Promotions is resolute in its intention to bring a steady slate of high-profile events back to the US right away in 2026, featuring its biggest names — Ryan Garcia, Gilberto "Zurdo" Ramirez, and Vergil Ortiz.
In a busy legal year, Golden Boy Promotions sent a cease-and-desist letter to Dana White's Zuffa Boxing, TKO Group Holdings, Paramount, and Saudi Arabia's Sela to immediately halt alleged interference with WBC welterweight champion Ryan Garcia.
De La Hoya also believes Turki Alalshikh is exiting boxing. The Golden Boy promoter said rumours that Alalshikh is looking to sell The Ring Magazine — just two years after purchasing it from De La Hoya — indicate the Saudi advisor plans to step away from the sport.
FAQs
- What is Oscar De La Hoya's net worth? Estimates range from $100 million (Celebrity Net Worth) to $200 million (Sports Illustrated and Yahoo Finance), depending on how his real estate and promotion assets are valued.
- How much did Oscar De La Hoya lose in the divorce? His ex-wife Millie Corretjer was awarded two Puerto Rico properties worth a combined $13.5 million — $3.5 million in San Juan and $10 million at Bahia Beach Resort, Río Grande.
- How much did Oscar De La Hoya earn from boxing? He earned an estimated $510 million or more in career ring purses and generated approximately $700 million in total pay-per-view revenue.
- Who is richer, Pacquiao or De La Hoya? Most sources currently place Manny Pacquiao ahead, with a net worth of approximately $220 million vs De La Hoya's estimated $100–$200 million.
- Why did Oscar De La Hoya and Millie Corretjer divorce? The couple separated in 2016 after 15 years of marriage. De La Hoya did not file for divorce until January 2023, and the settlement was finalised in 2025. The reasons for the split were never formally disclosed.
- Does Oscar De La Hoya still own a house? Yes. He purchased a 13,000-square-foot Henderson, Nevada mansion for $14.6 million in 2022 and later listed it for $20 million, in addition to maintaining other California property interests.
- What does Oscar De La Hoya do now? He serves as Chairman and CEO of Golden Boy Promotions, actively managing fighters and staging events across the US in 2026.
- Is Oscar De La Hoya one of the richest boxers in the world? He ranks 5th on the richest boxers list for 2025, behind Floyd Mayweather Jr., Canelo Álvarez, Manny Pacquiao, and Lennox Lewis.
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