- Arrested in Las Vegas for domestic battery. Wilder's attorney issued a statement: "Deontay instinctively acted under the false impression that someone was stealing from him... He is extremely regretful because this is not consistent with his reputation... We hope this matter will be brought to a resolution soon". [May 4, 2013].
- National Golden Gloves and U.S. amateur champion (2007). Olympic bronze medalist (2008).
- WBC world heavyweight champion (January 17, 2015 - present). Trained by Mark Breland.
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