Oscar De La Hoya praises Travis Barker for raising his daughter, Atiana De La Hoya

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Oscar De La Hoya is overflowing with gratitude as he praises Travis Barker for his role in raising his beloved daughter, Atiana De La Hoya. In a heartfelt interview before the release of his HBO documentary The Golden Boy, the 50-year-old former professional boxer opened up about Barker’s immeasurable impact on Atiana’s life.

The legendary boxer said he sincerely appreciated Barker, acknowledging him as a true “father figure” when he couldn’t be there. “Look, I didn’t raise my kids, you know?

Their moms did. And I have to give credit where credit is due,” De La Hoya told Entertainment Tonight. “I’m grateful that Barker was there, you know, as a father figure for my daughter,” he continued.Reflecting on his role as a father, De La Hoya humbly recognized the significant contributions of Atiana’s mother, Shanna Moakler, in raising their children.

De La Hoya acknowledged the dynamic of their co-parenting relationship and his place in their lives, acknowledging that while he is proud to be Atiana’s father, he recognizes the invaluable presence Barker has been for her. “I have to be grateful that Shanna [Moakler] was a mother to Atiana and just know my place, basically, you know?