Meet Manny Pacquiao’s Wife Jinkee And Their Kids Amid Boxer’s Rematch Vs Floyd Mayweather On Netflix

Filipino boxer, Manny Pacquiao (real name Emmanuel Dapidran Pacquiao Sr.) is all set to take on Floyd Mayweather Jr. in a professional boxing rematch, scheduled for September 19, 2026, in Las Vegas. The highly anticipated bout will be the first-ever boxing match held at The Sphere and will stream globally on Netflix. The announcement comes nearly 11 years after their record-breaking 2015 bout, which was dubbed ‘Fight of the Century’. The match remains the most lucrative fight in boxing history, generating over USD 410 million in revenue, which explains the enthusiasm for a rematch.

In the 2015 match, Floyd Mayweather won by an unanimous decision, and the rematch might give Manny Pacquiao his much-awaited chance at redemption. Notably, both Manny and Floyd have recently retired and are returning to professional boxing for the iconic rematch. As the thrilling clash of old rivals makes headlines, an interest in their love life has been sparked. Here’s everything we know about Manny Pacquiao’s wife, Jinkee Pacquiao and their kids.

Who is Jinkee Pacquiao, Manny Pacquiao’s wife?

Jinkee Pacquiao (maiden name Jinkee Capeña Jamora) is a Filipino socialite, beauty consultant, and former politician. Born in General Santos City on January 12, 1979, she is currently 47 years old. Jinkee started as a beauty consultant selling products in a shopping mall and eventually became a prominent fashion influencer with millions of Instagram followers. Jinkee is renowned for her extensive collection of luxury items from brands like Hermès, Dior, and Louis Vuitton. The talented woman served as the Vice Governor of Sarangani from 2013 to 2016.m, representing the United Nationalist Alliance.

Jinkee retired after one term and stepped away from politics altogether to focus on her family, businesses, and philanthropic ventures. Alongside her husband, Manny, she co-founded the Jinkee and Manny Heart Foundation, which provides free cardiac care to children in the Philippines. Some reports suggest that Jinkee has also worked briefly as a film producer, specifically on documentaries about Manny’s career, such as Manny (2014). In 2006, she herself appeared in one of those films. Jinkee has been an integral part of Manny’s life, staying by his side throughout his journey from a rising boxer to a global icon.

How did Jinkee Pacquiao and Manny Pacquiao’s love story start?

Manny and Jinkee Pacquiao’s love story began in 1999 when they met at a shopping mall in her hometown, General Santos City. At that time, Jinkee was a 20-year-old sales attendant for a cosmetics brand, and Manny was a budding boxer. The former eight-weight world champion fell for Jinkee the moment he laid eyes on her. He eventually mustered up the courage to ask her out on a date, and since then, there was no turning back. Notably, Manny Pacquiao (nicknamed PacMan) wasn’t an established name back then, yet Jinkee was ready to commit to him for life.

Jinkee Pacquiao and Manny Pacquiao’s whirlwind romance culminated in marriage

Manny courted Jinkee persistently for approximately three months, visiting her every day. Their relationship progressed rapidly, culminating in a wedding just seven months after their first meeting. The couple’s anniversary celebrations confirm that they were officially wed on May 10, 2000. By then, Manny Pacquiao had begun to gain fame outside Asia. However, his wife and their married life were thrust into the spotlight in 2003, when he defeated Marco Antonio Barrera and gained worldwide stardom.

Jinkee Pacquiao and Manny Pacquiao’s family expanded with the birth of their children

Jinkee and Manny are happy parents of five children, three sons and two daughters. They welcomed their firstborn, a son, about a year after their marriage. The couple’s eldest child, Emmanuel ‘Jimuel’ Pacquiao Jr., was born on February 6, 2001, and is 25 years old as of February 2026. Jimuel was followed closely by his brother, Michael Stephen Pacquiao, born on December 13, 2001. After two sons, Jinkee and Manny, were blessed with their first daughter, Mary Divine Grace ‘Princess’ Pacquiao.

Princess was born on September 30, 2006, and is 19 years old as of February 2026. She was followed by her sister, Queen Elizabeth ‘Queenie’ Pacquiao. Queenie was born on December 30, 2008 and is 17 years old as of February 2026. Five years after Jinkee and Manny’s second daughter’s birth, their youngest child, Israel Pacquiao, was born on April 27, 2014. He is currently 11 years old.

Jinkee Pacquiao remained by Manny Pacquiao’s side despite his infidelity

Manny Pacquiao has openly admitted to being unfaithful to his wife, Jinkee, earlier in their marriage. He stated in multiple interviews that his lifestyle as a rising boxing star involved womanising and that he eventually sought forgiveness from his wife and God to save his marriage. It has been widely reported that he has an illegitimate son, Emmanuel’  Eman’ Joseph Bacosa Pacquiao, born in January 2004 from an affair with Joanna Rose Bacosa. In 2011, Manny and Jinkee’s marital issues were so severe that the latter reportedly considered divorce, but she ultimately did not move ahead with it and decided to give their marriage another chance.

 
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