Former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder has shared insights into his experience taking on a stepfather role and the personal commitments that came with it.
During a recent podcast appearance, Wilder explained that he approached the role with a strong sense of responsibility, emphasizing that he aimed to be fully present both emotionally and financially. He described his mindset as being a “father figure,” rather than someone offering only occasional support.
Wilder revealed that, during his relationship with a former partner, he included both her and her son in his will, despite not being married to her or being biologically related to the child. He said this decision reflected how seriously he viewed the relationship and the future he hoped to build.
According to Wilder, he discussed the decision openly with his own children, who were understanding and supportive. He described their response as a sign of the strong bond within his family at the time.
The boxer noted that while he was committed to building a blended family, the experience was not without emotional challenges. He recalled a moment when the child stated that Wilder was not his biological father, a comment that he said was difficult to hear given the level of effort and care he had invested.
Wilder’s reflections have generated conversation online about blended families, emotional boundaries, and the responsibilities that come with taking on parental roles outside of biological relationships.
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