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Throughout his extensive professional career, Canelo Alvarez has made a huge impact in the sport of boxing. Over the years, he has racked up wins north of the 60 mark and has faced some of the toughest opponents in different weight classes. However, beyond the lights of the Allegiant Stadium shining on his upcoming clash against Terence Crawford, there’s another chapter, his personal life.

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While we know a lot about the super middleweight king’s achievements in the sport, how much do we really know about the champ’s personal life? So, who is Fernanda Gómez, and what role does she play in the champ’s life? Let’s break it down.

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Who is Fernanda Gomez? Background & ethnicity

Fernanda Gomez, 29, is a Mexican model, businesswoman, and social media influencer, best known for her marriage to boxing champion Canelo Alvarez. Born in Guadalajara in 1996, Fernanda gained recognition through her modeling and Instagram account, ‘fernandagmtz,’ where she shares lifestyle content, modeling photos, and snapshots of her luxurious travels. Her Instagram following exceeds 1 million, reflecting her influence in the digital world.

But behind the glitz, she is rooted in her Mexican identity, a key part of who she is. Her story with Canelo Alvarez, however, doesn’t start with social media. It began nearly a decade ago.

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How did Canelo Alvarez & Fernanda Gomez meet?

Canelo Alvarez and Fernanda Gomez first met in 2016 and quickly formed a connection. They were publicly seen together later that year at an OMB gala in San Juan, Puerto Rico, marking the beginning of their relationship. Their romance blossomed over time, and in 2017, the couple was spotted celebrating Canelo’s victory against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in Las Vegas.

Though they briefly separated after this period, they reconciled by the end of the year and continued their relationship. Their bond grew stronger, and in 2021, Canelo and Fernanda tied the knot in a grand wedding at the Guadalajara Cathedral. The celebration, held in their hometown, was attended by close friends, family, and notable celebrities, including J Balvin and Maluma.

From there, the spotlight shifted to more than just romance. So, what does Fernanda do outside of being Canelo’s wife?

What does Fernanda Gomez do? Profession

Beyond her social media presence, Fernanda runs her own beauty business. She is the proud owner of ‘Fernanda Gomez Nailbar & Boutique’ in Guadalajara, a popular spot offering beauty treatments and women’s fashion. This entrepreneurial venture highlights her business acumen and dedication to maintaining a presence beyond her role as a public figure.

Fernanda’s life is intertwined with the world of boxing, where she frequently attends her husband Canelo Alvarez’s matches, showing her support from the ringside. The couple has two kids, Maria Fernanda, born in 2018, and a newborn, Eva Victoria. Gomez often posts about their family life on social media.

In addition to her business and modeling, Fernanda enjoys traveling with Canelo to exotic destinations like Southeast Asia, Greece, and the Maldives, making her a prominent figure in both the digital and luxury lifestyle spaces. For Fernanda, business, lifestyle, and family all come together in a way that blends seamlessly. Speaking of family, they aren’t just husband and wife. They’re parents too.

Canelo Alvarez & Fernanda Gomez kids

As mentioned above, Fernanda and Canelo have two daughters. The eldest often appears in social media posts and is part of the couple’s very public yet loving family life.

But Canelo’s journey as a father didn’t begin with Fernanda. Before he even turned 18, Canelo Alvarez had already bagged several professional wins and was slowly inching closer to eternal pugilistic fame. It was around that time, in 2007, when Alvarez had his first kid, Emily Cinnamon Alvarez, with his girlfriend from high school, Karen Beltran.

At the time, both Canelo and Karen were too young to handle a child on their own. However, the champ did not back down from his responsibilities as a teenage father and moved in with Beltran at 16. While he could not work things out with Karen, he is still very close with his daughter, who often supports him at his fights.

While temporarily separated from Gomez, who is now his wife, Canelo dated his business partner, Nelda Sepulveda, for almost a year. With her, he had his son, Saul Adiel Alvarez. Canelo’s son is now around 6 years old, and he frequently pops up on his father’s Instagram feed.

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Some online reports also suggest that Canelo has another daughter, Mia Ener Alvarez. He apparently had her with a Mexican model, Valeria Quiroz. However, there is no official confirmation of this, and not much is known about either Mia or Valeria.

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Canelo Alvarez may be preparing for one of the biggest fights of his life against Terence Crawford, but his victories outside the ring are just as meaningful. His marriage to Fernanda Gomez is a story of resilience, reconciliation, and shared dreams.

She is more than just the champion’s wife. She is a businesswoman, a mother, and a partner who walks beside one of boxing’s brightest stars. And while the world waits to see what happens inside Allegiant Stadium, one thing is certain: Alvarez already has a corner he can always count on!

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