Mia “KillerBee” Ellis, Baltimore’s rising boxing sensation, stopped by ‘Cook’N Up 215’ for an in-depth conversation about her career, fighting style, and the challenges she faced as a professional boxer. In an interview with host Smooth, Mia reflected on her journey, which began almost from birth, training alongside Gervonta “Tank” Davis for over 20 years. Under the guidance of her father, who also trains Tank, Mia has built an impressive 8-3 record, with 7 devastating knockouts—some of which happened in under a minute, her fastest at just 21 seconds.
Going pro in 2019, Mia had to take a brief hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic but returned with even more determination. Her aggressive, power-packed style in the ring has earned her the nickname “KillerBee,” which she received as a child for her tenacity. While she’s known for ending fights quickly, Mia has also faced challenges finding opponents, as many fighters hesitate to step into the ring with her or demand more money to do so.
Mia’s achievements go beyond the boxing world. In her hometown of Baltimore, a street in her childhood neighborhood has been named after her, a testament to the impact she’s made. She’s also been featured in an Under Armour commercial and gives back to the community by mentoring young female boxers at her gym.
Despite her success, Mia remains humble and laser-focused on her boxing career. Boxing has always been her sole passion, and she credits her discipline and focus for her ongoing success. While some of her losses have been controversial, Mia attributes them to politics in the sport, remaining confident in her abilities. She has never been knocked out herself, and music from artists like Lil Durk and OTF Chino helps her get into the right mindset for her fights.
Mia and host Smooth sampled menu items, blending food and conversation in a relaxed setting. Looking ahead, Mia’s goal is simple: to keep winning and keep knocking out anyone who dares to face her in the ring.
