Georgia O’Connor Death: Boxer Dies Aged 25
- Georgia O'Connor, a British boxer from Durham, U.K., has died at the age of 25.
- O'Connor achieved significant success in amateur boxing, including a gold medal at the 2017 Commonwealth Youth Games.
- ben Shalom,O'ConnorS promoter,expressed his sorrow,calling the news "heartbreaking." He emphasized the importance of family and health.
British boxing mourns the passing of Georgia O’Connor, who died at 25, a Commonwealth Youth Games gold medalist and a rising star. O’Connor, who bravely shared her battle with ulcerative colitis, left a lasting impact on the sport. Her promoter, Ben Shalom, remembers her as an “inspirational person,” highlighting her influence both inside and outside the ring.With a professional record of 3-0, O’Connor demonstrated extraordinary skill as a boxer. News Directory 3 honors her achievements and celebrates her courage. Explore more about her legacy and remember her with us. Discover what’s next.
British Boxer Georgia O’Connor Dies at 25
Updated May 22, 2025
Georgia O’Connor, a British boxer from Durham, U.K., has died at the age of 25. The decorated amateur athlete publicly shared her battle with ulcerative colitis last year, hoping to inspire others facing similar challenges.
O’Connor achieved significant success in amateur boxing, including a gold medal at the 2017 Commonwealth Youth Games. She transitioned to professional boxing in 2021 and had a record of 3-0.
ben Shalom,O’ConnorS promoter,expressed his sorrow,calling the news “heartbreaking.” He emphasized the importance of family and health.
“It’s hard to make sense of this,” Shalom said. “A lot goes on in life but nothing else matters other than your family and your health.”
Shalom extended his condolences to O’Connor’s family, acknowledging their tireless support. He remembered Georgia O’connor as an inspirational person.
”My heart goes out to Georgia’s parents and partner, who I know did everything they could tirelessly and are going through so much right now,” Shalom added. “Georgia was an inspirational person and one I’ll never forget. So sorry for her family and all her friends. Truly heartbreaking.”
What’s next
The boxing community mourns the loss of Georgia O’Connor, remembering her achievements and her courage in sharing her health journey. Her legacy as a Commonwealth Youth Games gold medalist and inspirational figure will endure.