Larry Holmes Net Worth

Larry Holmes net worth in 2026 is estimated at $18 million [1]. The Times of India, Bharat Horizon and Boxer Contest all report $18 million, while a few 2026 profiles say $18 million to $20 million [1][2][4]. His wealth sits mostly in real estate in Easton, Pennsylvania. His title reign lasted seven years.

Larry Holmes made 20 successful defenses of the heavyweight title during his seven-year reign from 1978 to 1985 [2]. He won the WBC title from Ken Norton in 1978 and lost it to Michael Spinks in 1985. He held the title for seven years. His 48 fight winning streak to start his career is one of the great runs in boxing.

Larry Holmes retired with a professional record of 69 wins, 6 losses and 44 knockouts across 75 fights [2]. He won his first 48 fights before losing to Michael Spinks. His final fight was a win over Eric Esch, known as Butterbean, in July 2002 at the age of 52.

Larry Holmes earned millions for his 1980 fight against Muhammad Ali, one of the highest paying bouts of his career [1]. He stopped Ali in Las Vegas to defend his title, in a fight that pained him because Ali had been his friend and employer. He later earned $7 million for his 1992 fight with Evander Holyfield [2].

Yes, Larry Holmes was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2008 [2]. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest heavyweight boxers in history, with the best jab the division has ever seen. His seven-year title reign is the third longest in heavyweight history.

Larry Holmes was born on November 3, 1949, in Cuthbert, Georgia, which makes him 76 years old in 2026, turning 77 in November [2]. He turned professional in 1973, won the title in 1978, and retired in 2002 at the age of 52 [2]. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2008.