OMAYRA Liliane Figueroa is a fitness trainer, influencer and entrepreneur with close ties to a number of boxers — her boyfriend and brothers are pro pugilists.
She’ll be cheering her man Mario Barrios on when he faces Abel Ramos on the Jake Paul v Mike Tyson undercard — here we take a look at the social media personality’s life, career, achievements and relationship.
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Who is Omayra Liliane Figueroa?
Omayra Liliane Figueroa is a multifaceted personality in the worlds of social media and boxing.
She is known for her close associations with prominent fighters.
Beyond her connections with fighters, Omayra has carved out her own niche in the fitness and wellness industries.
As an influencer, she has amassed a significant following on Instagram, with almost 45,000 followers as of November 13, 2024.
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Her bio reads: “Fitness Trainer. Forever Gyming. Latina&Proud. MBA. Nutritionist. Nature lover. God above all.”
Another pic she posted is captioned with: “I will never try to fit in. I will never try to be like anyone else. I love being different. I love being unique in my own way.
“I will always be proud of who I am, what I stand for and where I come from. Will always remain grounded and grateful for even the air that I breathe.”
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She also owns a gym and works as a trainer, looking after elite athletes including her professional boxer brothers and other sportspeople.
As if that’s not enough of an impressive CV, Omayra is also an entrepreneur who owns a juice bar, showcasing her interest in nutrition.
Family background and boxing connections
Omayra comes from a well-established boxing family.
Her father is Omar Figueroa Sr, a veteran boxer and coach.
She has two brothers who are professional pugilists — Omar Figueroa Jr, a former WBC lightweight champion, and Brandon Figueroa, the current WBC featherweight champion.
Despite her own rising profile, Omayra remains a steadfast supporter of her brothers’ boxing careers, frequently attending their fights.
She is also in a relationship with boxer Mario Barrios.
I will never try to fit in. I will never try to be like anyone else. I love being different. I love being unique in my own way.
Omayra Liliane Figueroa
Relationship with Mario Barrios
Omayra is in a relationship with Mario Barrios, the 28-year-old WBC welterweight champion.
When they started dating and how they got together hasn’t been publicly revealed.
On April 2, 2024, the couple announced they were expecting a baby girl on social media.
Expressing her excitement on Instagram, Omayra posted: “To my bby daddy @boxer_barrios haha thank you for all that you do for us and for being the man that you are.
“I have no doubt you’re going to be a great father to our bby girl.
“She’s going to have some wild ass parents but I know both of us will do the best that we can to give her a great adventurous life.”
On August 19, 2024, Omayra gave birth to a healthy baby girl named Luna Sofia Barrios.
The couple shared the news on their social media accounts, posting pictures of their newborn daughter and expressing their joy and gratitude.
Omayra wrote: “Baby girl you’ve been such a blessing
“8.19.24 was the day my super blue moon baby was born. Way before her due day but on a day with a lot of meaning
“I’m so obsessed with her and in love with being her mommy. Thank you for choosing us as your parents and being so perfect.
“Can’t wait to teach you so many things and continue to watch you grow.”
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She gained widespread attention in July 2019 during a weigh-in event for her brother Omar Figueroa Jr v Yordenis Ugas.
Her presence unexpectedly became the main attraction.
Media coverage, including that of the Mayweather channel, focused heavily on her outfit, even zooming in on her and excluding the fighters from view.
Omayra addressed the incident in a video she made a few days later, stating: “I didn’t do it on purpose. It was nothing planned. I didn’t even do anything on stage…
“I know a lot of people started judging me, because I’m a female and I’m in the boxing scene, I train my brother…”
She added: “And the outfit, it’s not a jumpsuit, by the way. It’s leggings and a crop top from Gym Shark, which is a fitness apparel brand…
“I did not wear that on purpose, I was in there all week for my brother and I literally packed just gym clothes.
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“I don’t know if it is because I’m a female and it is boxing scene and it’s usually surrounded by men.
“So, I don’t know if that was shocking to people or if it was just that I am Omar’s sister, or just I was on stage, or who is she?”
Source: Boxing - thesun.co.uk
