PBC has announced the passing of Jose Santa Cruz, beloved father and trainer of former world champion Leo Santa Cruz. Born in 1958, Jose was the heart of Team Santa Cruz—an unwavering presence in his son’s corner and a true fighter in his own right. Jose exposed all of his sons to boxing. Armando Santa Cruz is a former contender at 135 pounds, but Leo shined especially bright from an early age, winning a world amateur championship at 15 years old and going on to become a multiple division champion with Jose in his corner. Boxingtalk joins PBC in sending its deepest sympathies to Leo, Armando and all friends and family of Jose Santa Cruz during this difficult time.