Personal Life
He was married to Laura Elorde. His sons Gabriel Jr. (Bebot), Marty and Johnny went into the world of boxing as promoters and managers. His daughters, as well as the rest of his family have been in the boxing industry since the death of the great "Flash". As a family, they have expanded the Elorde name into becoming a brand. They have made merchandise and gyms throughout the country. International endeavors are still being considered.
Elorde, together with his wife, Laura, all in all have seven children. Through this, 20 grandchildren have sprung, as well as 7 great-grandchildren ( Michael, Laurence, Ivan, Theresa, Tyrene, Grachel, Bai, Tegan, Miguel, Elouise, Garren, Ian, Juan Nicholas, Tabitha, Jordan Konstantine, Timothy, Joshua, Alec, Alexis, Francheska). Elorde has two grandsons named Juan Martin "Bai" Elorde and Juan Miguel "Migs" Elorde, who are also professional boxers. One of his grandsons, Jordan Konstantine Elorde, is also training to become a professional boxer. His other grandson Nico Elorde is currently playing college basketball in the UAAP for the Ateneo Blue Eagles.
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