VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Family, friends, and the Hampton Roads community gathered in Virginia Beach over the weekend to celebrate the life and legacy of boxing legend Pernell “Sweet Pea” Whitaker.
The event took place at Poolside Cooking Cafe, where loved ones came together to share memories and shed tears remembering the impact he left behind.
Whitaker’s family said they want to continue celebrating his legacy by holding an event every year…