“Rest in Power”: Boxing World Joins Devin Haney in Mourning the Sad Demise of His Grandmother

“I’ve still got the Baddest Gradson on the planet,” that’s how Devin Haney’s grandmother, Renee Jannah, would celebrate his wins. No one was more Team Hanley than her. Whether it was backing Haney’s decision to go pro as a teenager or proudly celebrating his undefeated record, she loved to share updates about him.

Similarly, he had a lot of faith in her support. Once, he even FaceTimed her so that she could talk to Guy Fieri- an American restaurateur and author. Unfortunately, as revealed by Devin Haney, she passed away. Following the tweet from Haney today, WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman, too, paid his condolences to Devin Haney on social media. “On behalf of all the members of the WBC family, I wish to express our deepest condolences to William Haney and our champion Devin and pray for [the] eternal rest of Renee Jannah,” wrote Sulaiman. 

Moments before his post became public, Devin’s father, Bill Haney, turned to Instagram, penning a gracious message for his mother. He wrote, “Alahamdulillah. My Mom taught us [so] much, and she will be missed by me for the rest of my life. From Allah, she came, and to Allah, she will return. Inshallah. AllahuAkbar.”

Renee was often seen at Devin’s matches, including his last fight in December against Regis Prograis. She became an avid boxing fan because of her grandson. But do you know what other moment she was extremely proud of? Seeing Barack and Michelle Obama back in 2013. 

Do you remember how Obama took his presidential oath in January 2013? Well, Renee had attended the 57th Presidential Inauguration with her sister and shared several pictures of those on her Instagram. But with the recent news of her death, Haney’s fans took to the internet to share their thoughts.

Fan tells Devin Haney: “Keep your head up”

Over the years, the super lightweight champion has built up a devoted following online, who wishes nothing but the best for Haney and his family. So, after Jannah’s passing, they chimed in with words to comfort the WBC champion. While conveying their condolences, one user seemed confident Devin Haney would carry on Jannah’s legacy. “Sorry for your loss, Devin. No doubt you will proudly carry on the incredible legacy she left behind,” wrote one person.

Another user proposed Haney should credit his upcoming fight and subsequent win over Ryan Garcia to his late grandmother to acknowledge her influence on Haney’s life. Only time will tell what takes place in the fight.

An X user tried their best to motivate Haney while asking ‘The Dream’ to keep moving forward. After all, that’s what his grandma would want him to do.

Comments like “Rest in Power to the Queen” were abundant. While others paid their respects and tried to motivate Haney, a person recollected the time when he had met Haney’s grandmother after a fight. “Man, my wife and I met your Grandma after maybe your 10th or so fight, at Aqua Caliente in Cali… Very sweet lady.”

Beyond the ropes, Devin Haney shared a profound bond with his grandmother that shaped his career in a very significant way. So, in the wake of Haney’s heartbreaking loss, the boxing world came together to support the young boxer.

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