Former NFL cornerback Ronyell Whitaker passed away on Sunday at age 46. After making his NFL debut with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2003 as an undrafted free agent, he played for two more teams before walking away in 2008. While the cause of his death remains unknown, his personal life has become a talking point among his admirers. Learn about Ronyell Whitaker’s parents, partner, kids, and other significant relationships.

Ronyell Whitaker was born to former welterweight boxer Pernell ‘Sweet Pea’ Whitaker on March 19, 1979. A native of Norfolk, Pernell won a gold medal in the 1984 Olympics and became one of the world’s greatest boxers. After years of substance abuse and legal troubles, Pernell has struggled to make ends meet. Meanwhile, information on Ronyell’s mother remains unavailable.

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