Nickname: “The Golden Boy”
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, USA
Weight Class: Super Feather → Middleweight
Stance: Orthodox
Professional Record: 39 – 6 (30 KOs)
Years Active: 1992 – 2008
Biography
An Olympic gold medalist in 1992, De La Hoya won titles in six divisions and became boxing’s biggest mainstream star. His blend of power, technique, and movie-star appeal made him the face of 1990s boxing.
In the Hobby
De La Hoya’s rookie debuted as boxing cards entered the modern media era — premium gloss, foil, and mass distribution.
Rookie & Early Issues
1992 Classic #150 (USA): true rookie card.
1992 Panini SuperSport (Italy): European variant.
Registry Metadata
Earliest Issue: 1992 Classic
Rookie Year: 1992
Recent Notable Sales: 1992 Classic (PSA 10) — $500 (2024)
Legacy
De La Hoya’s rookie embodies the 1990s superstar era — a perfect fusion of talent and marketability.