Inside Anthony Joshua’s Family: Son JJ and Mother Nicole Osbourne

Anthony Joshua, the British heavyweight boxing champion, is a father to one child, Joseph Bayley Temiloluwa Prince Joshua, affectionately known as "JJ." Born in October 2015 at Watford General Hospital, JJ is the son of Joshua and Nicole Osbourne, a dance teacher and yoga instructor based in Watford.

Family and Fatherhood

Though Joshua and Osbourne are no longer together, they maintain an amicable co-parenting relationship, often seen together at public events with their son. Joshua is known for keeping JJ out of the public eye, sharing only occasional glimpses of him on social media. He has spoken about fatherhood as a transformative experience, emphasizing his focus on raising JJ with values beyond boxing.

Nicole Osbourne: A Private Life

Nicole Osbourne met Joshua during their school years in Watford. She currently works as a dance instructor and yoga teacher at Femme Fitness gym and prefers to stay away from the spotlight, maintaining a low social media profile.

Joshua’s Views on JJ’s Future

Anthony Joshua has expressed that he would never pressure JJ to pursue boxing professionally. Instead, he encourages his son to find his own path, stating that any success JJ might have in the sport would be based on his own reasons, not to compete with his father.

Joshua’s Career Highlights and Upcoming Fight

• Olympic gold medalist in 2012 for Great Britain
• Two-time unified heavyweight champion (2017-2021)
• Recently knocked out Kristian Prenga in July 2026
• Preparing for a highly anticipated fight against Tyson Fury in November 2026

Joshua’s career earnings and endorsements have contributed to an estimated net worth between $150 million and $250 million. Despite his global fame, he remains committed to protecting his family’s privacy while focusing on his boxing legacy.