Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., son of Mexico`s legendary boxer, is preparing to step back into the ring this weekend for a match against Jake Paul.
While Julio Cesar Jr.`s challenging past is widely known, less information is generally available about his wife.
About Frida Munoz, Wife of Julio Cesar Chavez Jr
Chavez Jr. is married to Frida Munoz, who was born on July 26, 1987.
The couple`s relationship has been subject to speculation since 2021, including rumors of separation.
They initiated divorce proceedings after Chavez Jr. was arrested on gun charges in Los Angeles in January 2024.
It remains uncertain whether Frida will be present at the fight against Jake Paul this weekend.
However, this recent situation is just one part of the 37-year-old`s eventful history, which involves navigating a world linked to drug cartels and the significant public scrutiny associated with boxing fame.
Today, she is active creating content for her 80,000 followers on Instagram, having overcome considerable challenges in her life.
Frida Munoz`s Background
Frida first gained public attention through her relationship with Edgar Guzman Lopez, the son of the notorious Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman.
The couple had a significant involvement during their younger years in Mexico and welcomed their daughter in 2006.
Sadly, Frida`s life took a dramatic turn in 2008 when Edgar was killed by a rival cartel.
As a widow, Frida continued raising her daughter, Frida Guzman Munoz, despite facing intense scrutiny due to her previous ties to El Chapo.
Meeting Julio Cesar Chavez Jr
Frida and Chavez Jr. met after the death of her former partner, Edgar Guzman, while she was working on rebuilding her life.
They have two children together: Julia and Julio Cesar Chavez III.
However, their marriage has faced numerous difficulties, partly due to Chavez Jr.`s struggles with substance abuse, for which he publicly blamed Frida.
In 2016, Chavez Jr., a former world champion, falsely accused Frida of kidnapping their daughter, believing she had taken her to another country without his consent.
Julio Cesar Chavez Sr. had to intervene to clarify that Frida`s actions were not a kidnapping, but the incident placed significant strain on their relationship.
Legal Challenges
During her marriage to Chavez Jr., Frida became publicly involved in legal issues in 2015 when Mexican authorities brought challenges against her.
As part of a broader investigation to locate El Chapo following his prison escape, Mexican authorities froze Frida`s bank accounts during this period.
Her accounts were eventually unfrozen in 2018, but her public image suffered considerably due to her indirect connections to these illicit activities.
Currently, Frida is focused on creating a stable environment for her children while also managing her presence as an influencer.
Former world champion Chavez Jr. is scheduled to fight YouTuber Jake Paul (who recently defeated Mike Tyson) on Saturday, June 28th, in Anaheim.
Oliver Croft