Danielle Perkins is an American professional boxer. She currently holds the WBA light heavyweight title, which she won in February 2026. Before turning professional, Perkins achieved success as an amateur boxer, earning a bronze medal at the 2018 World Championships followed by a gold medal the next year.
August 30, 1982: Danielle Perkins' Birth
On August 30, 1982, Danielle Perkins was born. She later became an American professional boxer.
2018: Bronze Medal at the 2018 World Championships
In 2018, Danielle Perkins won a bronze medal at the World Championships as an amateur boxer.
February 2, 2025: Fight against Claressa Shields
On February 2, 2025, Danielle Perkins faced Claressa Shields for the undisputed heavyweight championship at Dort Financial Center in Flint, Michigan. Shields won by unanimous decision.
February 2026: WBA Light Heavyweight Title
In February 2026, Danielle Perkins secured the WBA light heavyweight title.
Mentioned in this timeline
Claressa Shields is an American professional boxer and former mixed...
Michigan is a state in the Great Lakes region of...
Detroit Michigan's most populous city sits on the Detroit River...
Boxing is a combat sport and martial art contested in...
Trending
3 hours ago Bears Wide Receiver Luther Burden III Exits Practice Early Due to Injury
4 hours ago Berkshire Hathaway Under CEO Greg Abel Begins Deploying Massive Cash Reserve
4 hours ago WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross to Undergo Serious Brain Surgery
4 hours ago West Ham United Faces Portsmouth in Carabao Cup Fixture with Returning Players
4 hours ago Tottenham Hotspur Faces Getafe in Pre-Season Friendly Match
4 hours ago Christie Brinkley Stuns Fans With Youthful Looks in Latest Photoshoot
Popular
Mario Armando Lavandeira Jr better known as Perez Hilton is...
Rand Paul is an American politician and the junior United...
Anthony Stephen Fauci is a prominent American physician-scientist and immunologist...
Buc-ee's is an American chain of large country stores gas...
Jeanine Pirro is an American television host lawyer and author...
Bernie Sanders is a prominent American politician and the senior...