Jake Paul Undergoes Second Jaw Surgery After Knockout Loss

The social media star-turned-boxer had to get additional surgery two months after his fight against Anthony Joshua.

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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Jake Paul, the 29-year-old social media influencer-turned-boxer, announced on social media that he has undergone a second surgery on his jaw. This comes about two months after his sixth-round knockout loss to former two-time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua in a fight that took place in Miami on December 19.

Why it matters

Paul's jaw injuries highlight the physical toll that boxing can take, even on high-profile athletes. The need for a second surgery so soon after his fight raises questions about his recovery process and whether he will be able to return to the ring in the near future.

The details

In his social media post, Paul said the 'screws and plates were coming loose' in his jaw because he 'didn't rest for the past 2 months.' He shared photos and videos of himself in the hospital, including some edited clips joking about his mechanical jaw. Despite the injury, Paul's fiancee Jutta Leerdam recently captured gold at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games by setting an Olympic record in the women's 1000m speed skating event.

  • On December 19, 2025, Jake Paul lost to Anthony Joshua in a sixth-round knockout in Miami.
  • Two months after the fight, on February 21, 2026, Paul announced he had undergone a second surgery on his jaw.

The players

Jake Paul

A 29-year-old social media influencer-turned-boxer with a 12-2 professional record and 7 knockouts.

Anthony Joshua

A former two-time unified heavyweight champion who defeated Paul in a sixth-round knockout in December 2025.

Jutta Leerdam

Paul's fiancee who recently won gold at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games by setting an Olympic record in the women's 1000m speed skating event.

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What they’re saying

“Had to get another jaw surgery. The screws and plates were coming loose because apparently I didn't rest for the past 2 months whaattttttttt.”

— Jake Paul (Instagram)

What’s next

It is unclear when Jake Paul will be able to return to the boxing ring following his second jaw surgery. The recovery timeline and any potential impact on his future fights remain to be seen.

The takeaway

Jake Paul's latest jaw surgery underscores the physical risks and demands of professional boxing, even for high-profile athletes. His injury and recovery process will be closely watched as he looks to bounce back from his first career loss against Anthony Joshua.