Nigel Gregory Benn is a former British professional boxer who competed from 1987 to 1996. Benn is known for his aggressive fighting style and punching power, and he was a two-weight world champion in the middleweight and super-middleweight divisions.
Benn had a professional record of 42 wins (35 by knockout), 5 losses, and 1 draw. He was known for his memorable fights against fellow British boxer Chris Eubank, with whom he had two fights that both ended in draws, as well as against Gerald McClellan, a fight that ended in a controversial victory for Benn.
After retiring from boxing in 1996, Benn became a DJ and appeared on several reality TV shows, including “I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!” and “Celebrity Big Brother.” In recent years, he has also been involved in promoting boxing events and coaching young boxers.
Nigel Benn Children: Meet Conor Benn, Dominic Benn, Harley Benn, Layla Benn, India Benn, Rene Benn & Sade Benn
Nigel Benn has several children. Conor Benn, his son, is a professional boxer who has continued his father’s legacy in the sport. Nigel also has two other sons, Harley and India, as well as a daughter named Sade. Another son, Harley, turned professional in 2017.
Benn ran the 2013 City to Surf to raise funds for the most underfunded PCYC gym in Redfern, Sydney and has undertaken many fundraisers for the charity since improving the boxing facilities in the most impoverished areas of Sydney.
Benn regularly assists Christian groups, counselling individuals suffering from addiction and along with his wife Carolyne counsels couples who are facing marriage issues.
