Maureen Shea

Name: Maureen Shea
Alias: The Real Million Dollar Baby
Birth Name: Maureen A Shea
Hometown: Delray Beach, Florida, USA
Birthplace: The Bronx, New York, USA
Stance: Orthodox
Height: 163cm
Reach: 163cm
Pro Boxer: Record
Amateur Boxer: Record

Factoids

• Of Irish and Mexican decent, Maureen Shea served as a sparring partner for actress Hillary Swank in preparation for her role as a boxer in the Academy Award winning film Million Dollar Baby.
• Her connection to the movie led to an introduction as the 'The Real Million Dollar Baby' as she stepped on the scales on November 9, 2007 on the undercard of Evander Holyfield vs. Fres Oquendo. The many outdoor fans witnessing the weigh-in continued the nickname.
• Shea has a televised segment called 'Shea's Corner' on Bronxnet television.
• She has been featured internationally on television, newspapers and magazines, including the cover of World Sports.