David was born into a Mexican American and Ecuadorian family, his older brother, José Benavidez is also a professional boxer. Both brothers are trained by their father, José Benavidez Sr. When he was 15, Benavidez’s weight ballooned to 250 pounds, as he struggled with dieting and discipline. He is the younger brother of welterweight contender Jose Benavidez Jr. and older brother of sisters Isabella and Daisy. Brother of David Benavidez, youngest WBC champ, helped him come of age David Benavidez strikes a pose during a Showtime boxing event Jan. 24 in New York City. He was born on May 15, 1992, Panorama City, California, U.S and stands at a height of … David Benavidez – From Homeless to World Champion. By Keith Idec OMAHA, Nebraska – David Benavidez is here to support his older brother, Jose Jr., for the biggest fight of his career. David Benavidez Brother David’s brother is José Luis Benavidez Jr. Luis Benavidez Jr. is a Mexican American professional boxer who is currently fighting at welterweight. A FIGHTING FAMILY Mexican-American David Benavidez was born in Phoenix, AZ, to parents Jose (Father) and Michelle. David Benavidez and his older brother, Jose Jr., took time with everyone. Sacrifice and dedication…two elements of boxing that David “El Bandera Roja” Benavidez knows all too well.