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Anthony Joshua classy gesture to ex-fighter's family revealed after heartbreaking tragedy

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In a heartwarming act of kindness, Anthony Joshua covered the funeral costs for the brother of ex-boxer Kevin Mitchell. Mitchell, who held the British super featherweight title in 2008 and the Commonwealth title from 2006 to 2008, shared a touching story about Joshua's generosity following the tragic death of his younger brother, Vinny.

The latter, also a professional boxer, tragically died in a motorcycle accident in 2019 at just 31 years old. Following the tragedy, heavyweight Joshua reached out personally to Kevin and his mother, offering condolences and financial support for the funeral.

Kevin recalled the immense stress the family was under, struggling with funeral costs and mortgage payments when Joshua stepped in to help. READ MORE: Tommy Fury hints at next role after WWE Manchester appearance amid Cody Rhodes moment READ MORE: Barry Hearn drops Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua update - 'Plans to go bigger and outside Saudi' In a heart-to-heart with Josh Jamesy, Mitchell revealed: "He had so much pressure on him Josh, and let me tell you something - I've not said this to anyone before on podcast - but he paid for my brother's funeral." When probed about the reason behind such a generous act, whether it was due to a personal connection, Mitchell added: "Both.

He knew my brother, he knew me, he knew my mum. "He rung me up when we were in the chapel of rest in Dagenham East and he said 'Kev, how are you?

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