Manny Pacquiao — also known as “PacMan” — is one of the most recognizable athletes of the 21st century. Rising from poverty in Mindanao to become an eight-division world champion, a senator, and a cultural icon, Pacquiao’s life reads like a modern epic.

This biography covers his early life, boxing career, political path, earnings and philanthropy, recent comeback, FAQs, and a concluding perspective on his legacy.

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• Full Name: Emmanuel Dapidran Pacquiao
• Stage Name / Nickname: Manny Pacquiao, “Pac-Man”
• Born: December 17, 1978
• Age: 46 (as of 2025)
• Birthplace: Kibawe, Bukidnon, Philippines
• Nationality: Filipino
• Occupation: Boxer, politician, actor, singer, entrepreneur
• Height: ~ 1.66 m (5′5″)
• Religion: Christianity (Evangelical / born-again)
• Parents: Rosalio Pacquiao (father), Dionisia Dapidran (mother)
• Siblings: Five siblings — including Alberto “Bobby” Pacquiao and Rogelio Pacquiao
• Spouse: Jinkee Jamora (married May 10, 1999)
• Children: Emmanuel Jr. (Jimuel), Michael Stephen, Mary Divine Grace (Princess), Queen Elizabeth (Queenie), Israel — plus a son Emmanuel “Eman” Bacosa from a previous relationship.
• Net Worth: ~ US$220 million

Early Life and Origins

Emmanuel Dapidran Pacquiao was born on December 17, 1978, in Kibawe, Bukidnon, Philippines. He grew up in a poor household in General Santos City where he sold sweets and sang for money to help his family. Pacquiao left home as a teenager and started a professional boxing career in 1995, fueled by a dream to lift his family out of poverty. These humble origins shaped his public persona as much as his ferocious in-ring style. :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}

Boxing Career — The Record and the Rise

Manny Pacquiao turned professional in 1995 and compiled a career that boxing historians consider among the greatest. He is the only boxer in history to win world titles in eight different weight divisions, a feat that cemented his place in boxing lore. Known for lightning-fast hand speed, relentless footwork, and southpaw angles, Pacquiao’s official professional record (as documented through 2024–2025 era sources) lists over 70 fights with 60+ wins, several losses, and a handful of draws — and numerous iconic victories against elite opposition. :contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}

• Eight-division world champion — flyweight through super welterweight. :contentReference[oaicite:22]{index=22}
• Notable wins over Marco Antonio Barrera, Oscar De La Hoya, Miguel Cotto, Ricky Hatton, Juan Manuel Márquez, and Keith Thurman. :contentReference[oaicite:23]{index=23}
• Returned to the ring in 2025 and fought Mario Barrios to a majority draw in July 2025. :contentReference[oaicite:24]{index=24}

Political Career and Public Life

Beyond boxing, Pacquiao entered politics in the Philippines, winning a seat in the House of Representatives (2010–2016) and later serving as a Senator from 2016 to 2022. He ran for president in 2022 and later continued to be active in national politics, even filing for a 2025 senatorial bid though that effort was unsuccessful. His political life has been a mix of philanthropy, controversy, and fervent public support — reflecting the complexity of a celebrity-turned-lawmaker bridging sport and public service. :contentReference[oaicite:25]{index=25}

Earnings, Endorsements, and Net Worth

Manny Pacquiao’s boxing purses, endorsements, and business ventures have made him one of the highest-earning athletes of his generation. Estimates of his net worth vary depending on the source and timing, but major sports finance reporting has placed his net worth in the low hundreds of millions (for example, roughly $200M+ in recent estimates), factoring in fight purses, endorsements, and other income streams accumulated over decades. While Pacquiao earned extraordinary sums (his 2015 fight with Floyd Mayweather reportedly paid him over $100M), taxes, expenses, philanthropy, and investments all shape the final net figure reported by different outlets. :contentReference[oaicite:26]{index=26}

Awards, Honors, and Hall of Fame

Pacquiao’s list of awards includes multiple Fighter of the Year honors, recognition as one of Time magazine’s 100 most influential people, and — significantly — election to the International Boxing Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025. That Hall of Fame induction acknowledged his historical achievement of winning world titles across more weight classes than any other boxer. :contentReference[oaicite:27]{index=27}

Comeback and Later Career (2020s)

After stepping back following a 2021 loss to Yordenis Ugas, Pacquiao made a high-profile comeback in 2025 and challenged for the WBC welterweight title against Mario Barrios. The fight ended in a majority draw, a result that showcased Pacquiao’s still-elite boxing IQ even as age limited his previous explosiveness. The bout reignited discussions about legacy, health, and the line between competitive comeback and nostalgia. :contentReference[oaicite:28]{index=28}

Style, Legacy, and Cultural Impact

Pacquiao’s southpaw style — a unique blend of speed, angles, and power — helped him beat opponents in vastly different weight classes. More than boxing statistics, his life story—from selling goods as a child to becoming a global star—resonates as an inspirational narrative in the Philippines and across the world. He remains a cultural ambassador for Philippine sport, a philanthropist in his home country, and a figure whose legacy combines athletic greatness with civic ambition. :contentReference[oaicite:29]{index=29}

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When and where was Manny Pacquiao born?
Manny Pacquiao was born on December 17, 1978, in Kibawe, Bukidnon, Philippines. :contentReference[oaicite:30]{index=30}

How many weight divisions did Pacquiao win world titles in?
Pacquiao is the only boxer to have won world titles in eight different weight divisions. :contentReference[oaicite:31]{index=31}

What is Manny Pacquiao’s professional boxing record?
Across his long career (records reported through the 2020s), Pacquiao fought over 70 professional bouts with 60+ wins, several losses, and a few draws — official sport databases provide the detailed round-by-round record. :contentReference[oaicite:32]{index=32}

Has Pacquiao been involved in politics?
Yes. Pacquiao served in the Philippine House of Representatives and later as a Senator (2016–2022). He also ran for president in 2022 and sought a Senate return in 2025. :contentReference[oaicite:33]{index=33}

Is Manny Pacquiao in the Boxing Hall of Fame?
Yes — Pacquiao was elected to the International Boxing Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025. :contentReference[oaicite:34]{index=34}

Conclusion

Manny Pacquiao’s life is a layered story of talent, grit, national pride, and reinvention. From his early days in Mindanao to becoming boxing’s only eight-division world champion, then transitioning into politics and making a late-career ring return, Pacquiao’s journey is as notable for its sporting achievements as for its public impact. Whether judged by belts, box office, votes, or charity work, Manny Pacquiao stands among the most consequential athletes of modern times — a global sports figure shaped by an indelible personal story. :contentReference[oaicite:35]{index=35}