The excitement in the boxing world is at an all-time high as YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul is preparing to face Gervonta “Tank” Davis in an exhibition bout on November 15. The highly anticipated event will take place at Atlanta’s State Farm Arena, while fans can watch it live on Netflix. In the case of Jake, it is another step for him to test himself against a popular fighter.
On the other hand, for Gervonta, who is an existing WBA lightweight champion, it will be a chance to showcase his star power to the world. But while boxing fans are glued to their fight, it has also drawn attention to his messy personal life and relationships that often made headlines.
Gervonta Davis’s controversial relationship with Vanessa Posso
One of the most high-profile relationships of Gervonta Davis was his romance with Colombian-born influencer and entrepreneur Vanessa Posso. The latter, known for her jewellery brand, RichGirlz and a large following on Instagram, began dating the boxer in 2020. They welcomed two children together, a daughter, Giovanna, born in 2021, and a son, Gianni, born in 2024. However, the duo had their pair of struggles
In December 2022, Vanessa accused Gervonta of domestic violence. But later she took her statement back and called it an ‘unnecessary call’ during a difficult moment. Consequently, the charges against the boxer were dropped, but it left a shadow over their relationship. Despite the ups and downs, she remains one of the most significant relationships in his life.
Gervonta Davis’s on-and-off bond with Yaya Mayweather and Ariana Fletcher
Another controversial bond of Gervonta was with Yaya Mayweather. She is the former partner of his mentor, Floyd Mayweather. When the rumours of their possible relationship came in the news during 2020, especially after U.S. police detained the two together, it is unclear why the arrest took place, but it invited all sorts of reactions. Their on-and-off interactions, including appearances on Instagram Live, kept fans and the media speculating about the nature of their bond. However, it seems like their bond has faded over time.
He had a similar bond with an Instagram model, Ariana Fletcher. They were often spotted together in 2019, sparking rumours of a serious relationship. Although they dated on and off, their respective popularity made them the Internet’s most talked-about couples at the time. While the boxer rarely spoke openly about Fletcher, their connection kept fans curious. However, they allegedly went their separate ways.
Gervonta Davis’s publicised breakup with Andretta Smothers
Before Gervonta Davis rose to fame, he was in a long-term relationship with Andretta Smothers. She is the mother of his first daughter, Gervanni, born in 2018. They had a highly publicised breakup after she accused him of physical assault. Later, in February 2020, a video surfaced of the boxer grabbing Andretta by the throat at a charity basketball game in Miami, which made headlines worldwide. The two eventually separated, and Gervonta agreed to provide financial support for their daughter. While their relationship ended on difficult terms, Andretta and Gervonta continue to stay in touch due to their daughter.
Gervonta Davis’s romantic relationships have gained the same spotlight as his knockouts in the ring. With the boxer all set to hit the ring in a high-stake match with Jake Paul, all eyes are on his personal and professional life.
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