Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., son of the legendary Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez, is scheduled to enter the ring this weekend to face Jake Paul.
While Chavez Jr.`s challenging career and personal struggles are well known, less information is generally available about his wife, Frida Munoz.
Who is Frida Munoz?
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. is married to Frida Munoz, who was born on July 26, 1987.
Since 2021, the couple`s relationship has been the subject of much speculation, including persistent rumors of separation.
Divorce proceedings reportedly began after Chavez Jr.`s arrest on gun charges in Los Angeles in January 2024.
It remains uncertain whether Frida plans to attend the upcoming fight against Jake Paul.
Nevertheless, the current situation is just one aspect of the 37-year-old`s eventful life, which has involved navigating the complex world of drug cartels and the intense public attention associated with boxing fame.
Today, she is an influencer who shares content with her large following of over 80,000 on Instagram. However, the mother of three has faced and overcome significant challenges throughout her life.
Frida Munoz`s Early Life and Past
Frida first drew public attention through her relationship with Edgar Guzman Lopez, the son of the notorious figure Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman.
Their relationship during their youth in Mexico was significant and led to the birth of their daughter in 2006.
Tragically, in 2008, Edgar`s life was cut short when he was killed by a rival cartel, profoundly impacting Frida`s life.
Now a widow, Frida took on the responsibility of raising her daughter, Frida Guzman Munoz, alone, despite the considerable scrutiny she faced due to her former connection to El Chapo.
Meeting Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and Marriage
Frida and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. met after the death of Edgar Guzman, during a period when Frida was working to rebuild her life.
They have two children together, a daughter named Julia and a son named Julio Cesar Chavez III. Frida also has her elder daughter, Frida Guzman, from her previous relationship.
However, their marriage has been marked by numerous difficulties, partly stemming from Chavez Jr.`s widely reported struggles with substance abuse. At one point, he publicly blamed Frida for some of his issues.
In 2016, the former world champion made a public accusation that Frida had kidnapped their daughter, claiming she had taken the child to another country without his knowledge or consent.
Julio Cesar Chavez Sr. had to intervene to publicly clarify that Frida had not committed kidnapping, though this incident added significant pressure to their already strained relationship.
Legal Challenges
While married to Chavez Jr., Frida also faced legal complications. In 2015, she became embroiled in a public scandal when she faced legal challenges from Mexican authorities.
During this period, as part of a wider government effort to locate El Chapo, who had escaped from prison, Mexican authorities froze Frida`s bank accounts due to her past connection to his family.
Her bank cards were not unfrozen until 2018. Her association with these illicit activities and subsequent legal troubles significantly impacted her public image.
Today, Frida`s focus is on creating a sense of stability and normalcy for her children while also navigating her career as an influencer on social media.
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., the former world champion, is set to compete against YouTuber and recent Mike Tyson opponent, Jake Paul, on Saturday, June 28 in Anaheim.
