Two-division undisputed champion Terence Crawford has two siblings, Latisha and Shawntay Crawford. He is the only son born to Debbie and Terence Sr. His two sisters used to call him ‘Bud’ when they were growing up. They heard their mother call it first. Interestingly, the boxer decided to use the same adjective to be recognized in the boxing world as well. The two sisters have always stood beside him to support his boxing career.

The 36-year-old boxer is slated to face Israil Madrimov on August 3rd, at the BMO Stadium in LA. Ahead of his fight this weekend, let’s learn more about his sisters, family, and his background. 

Meet Latisha and Shawntay Crawford: Terence Crawford’s sisters

While in conversation with Top Rank Boxing, Latisha mentioned that despite suffering a hand injury and even being shot in the head once, her brother persevered through, showing his resilience. Even Shawntay recalled what she used to say to Terence when they were young, “no matter what nobody tell you, whatever you put your mind to, you can make it.” The Crawfords are a close-knit family, still residing in their native hometown of Omaha. There is not much information available publically about his sisters, though.  

During an interview, Latisha stated, “He’s so giving. He blessed others and that’s why he get blessed. People don’t see what my brother do, but my brother got a big heart. And every time I see him do something, its just like, I never knew my brother was like that. I knew he was like that with his sisters, but I did not know he was like that with others. I see a different part of him.”

She also mentioned an incident, when Terence traveled to Venezuela or Mexico City (she wasn’t sure) and her brother left all of his belongings behind because the locals didn’t have much. He thought he could buy things later, but the people there needed it. ‘Bud’ is a true family man. He does everything from purchasing houses for his sisters to providing financial support to his cousins. However, he didn’t have a very normal upbringing. 

More about Terence Crawford’s family and early life

Crawford grew up in a very rough neighborhood in Omaha, Nebraska. That said, he got involved in the rogue elements like getting into fights, going to jail, and even experiencing gang life. In addition, his mother used to pay other kids to challenge him physically and beat him up. Bud stated while recalling, “It just made me more hungry. Hungry, like, ‘Man, my mom going against me. I’m gonna prove her wrong.’ My mom said I can’t do this, I’m gonna do it anyways.”

However, now the boxer shares a good relationship with his mother. The entire Crawford family still resides in Omaha. Although it is not as safe as it should be, but they manage because they like it there. His father was in the military, and he even gifted a truck to him on his birthday last year. He is also a father to six children with his longtime girlfriend Alindra Person. 

Well, fans could get a chance to see at least some of his family members at the BMO Stadium on August 3rd. Meanwhile, what do you think about his family and early life? Share your opinions in the comments below.