Andre August Boxer Wikipedia: Family, Girlfriend & Parents

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After his loss to Jake Paul, fans have been searching for an in-depth Andre August Boxer Wikipedia. Here is everything you need to know.

Andre was raised in a family with a boxing background, which has highly influenced his life choices. 

Andre August Showing Off His Body Pre Fight
Andre August Showing Off His Body Pre-Fight (Source: Instagram)

Popularly known by his moniker “Silverback,” Andre August was born on September 30, 1988. His place of birth is Beaumont, Texas. 

August is not just entirely devoted to sports, as he also has a strong educational portfolio. He received his high school degree from Central Senior High School.

In the late 2000s, he attended Blinn College and earned a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. 

On May 4, 2013, Andre made his professional boxing debut with a knockout victory over Steven Medrano.

His winning streak continued in 2014, with training from former world champion Reggie Johnson.

Before Jake Paul, August had competed in twelve professional fights, winning 10 via knockout.

Similarly, his only defeat occurred in 2018 against fellow American boxer Eric Abraham.

Meanwhile, the boxer’s most recent triumph came when he defeated the undefeated 7-0 Brandon Martin on points.

Andre August Boxer Wikipedia

Who Are His Parents and Siblings?

August was heavily inspired by his family to get into boxing. His father is McKinley August, who also used to be a boxer himself. 

Going by the moniker “Bishop,” he studied at Hebert High School and has helped instill discipline in Andre’s life. The details of his mother are little known to the public. 

Talking about his siblings, he has two brothers, Mack and Micah, and one sister, Diaene. Mack has decided to deviate from a sports career and is involved in the music industry. 

He is the founder of August Management Group, LLC, and a Pleasant Hill Church of Deliverance member. Micah, on the other hand, is also a boxer and trains with him at FightSaga Boxing.

Andre August Boxer Girlfriend, Wife, And Children 

August was previously married to Shah August, but the boxer seems to have moved on from the relationship. 

He also has two children of his own, but his baby mama is being kept away from the limelight. August has one son, who goes by the moniker Lil Dre, and a daughter, Makai Lydia August. 

Andre August With His Belts When He Was Younger
Andre August With His Belts When He Was Younger (Source: Instagram)

The boxer is currently dating Monae Gage, and the couple seem to be very happy together. There is a lot to dig up on his life, but after his loss to Jake Paul, the boxer seems to have deactivated all of his social media. 

Jake Paul Knocks Out Andre August

Jake Paul clinched another triumph in the second phase of his boxing journey on a Friday night in Orlando, Florida.

His resounding success unfolded with a commanding first-round knockout of Andre August.

The defining moment transpired when Paul executed a formidable right uppercut, sending August to the canvas.

The impact was so decisive that the referee intervened, concluding the bout with 28 seconds left in the opening round.

With an impressive record of 8-1, including five knockouts, Paul now aspires to solidify his standing as a cruiserweight title contender.

In a strategic shift, Jake Paul has redirected his focus away from crossover matchups against former MMA fighters, a decision prompted by a recent setback.

It’s noteworthy that Paul’s initial six bouts were engaging former MMA fighters in crossover events, marking a notable evolution in his boxing career strategy.

Andre August And Jake Paul During Their Face Off
Andre August And Jake Paul During Their Face Off (Source: Instagram)

His sixth fight resulted in his first defeat, a decision loss against Tommy Fury, the brother of heavyweight champion Tyson Fury.

He now hopes to build experience and campaign for a 200-pound crown. Additionally, the victory over August is Paul’s most experienced opponent to date. August is the only pro boxer Jake Paul has faced. 

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