Eman Bacosa Pacquiao, 21, opened up about growing up knowing his father, boxing legend Manny Pacquiao, and the challenges of being bullied for his famous last name.
Raised by his mother in Tagum, Eman faced financial hardships and longed for his father’s acknowledgment, which he finally received in 2022 when Manny formally recognized him.
Encouraged by his stepfather, Eman pursued boxing, training rigorously in Japan while balancing studies, despite his mother’s initial concerns over the sport’s dangers.
Now acknowledged as Emmanuel Bacosa Pacquiao, he maintains a 7-0-1 record and aims to carve out his own legacy in boxing while honoring his family.
Despite public attention and comparisons to his father, Eman remains focused on his goal of becoming a world champion and proving his own worth in the ring.
Source: PhilNews24 | November 11, 2025
