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<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Dana White: Net Worth 2024, Salary, Wife, and More</b></h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Who is Dana White? </strong></h2>
Dana Frederick White Jr. is a name that every MMA fanatic knows. From running away from mobsters to running the biggest MMA promotion in the world, White has come a long way. An organization he and his friend Lorenzo Fertitta bought for $2 million, now stands at nearly $7-8 million.

He played an instrumental role in making the UFC the household brand it is today. He started his career as a bouncer and climbed the ladder to become one of the most successful businesspeople worldwide. His business acumen, shrewd tactics, and eye for opportunities eased UFC's path to establish itself as the biggest MMA promotion.

As of 2024, he works as the President of UFC, a position he has held since 2001.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Dana White's early lifeÂ </b></h2>
Born on July 28, 1969, White spent his early childhood in Ware, Massachusetts. The 53-year-old spent his youth switching bases between Las Vegas and Maine. White initially attended Bishop Gorman High School, where he first encountered Lorenzo Fertitta. However, he got kicked out twice and finally graduated from Hermon High School in Maine in 1987.
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White dropped out of college twice and juggled various jobs, including laying asphalt, a bouncer at an Irish bar, and as a bellhop at the Boston Harbor Hotel.

Ever interested in combat sports, White picked up a pair of boxing gloves at 17 and initially dreamt of pursuing a professional career. However, he soon dropped the idea after witnessing a punch drunk boxer (someone suffering from Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a disease linked to head trauma injury)Â and feared the same outcome for himself.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Dana White's parents</b></h2>
Dana White was born to June and Dana White Sr. and traces his roots as an Irish American. While much is not known about his father, he and his sister Kelly mostly grew up under the care of his mother and grandparents. His mother was a nurse by profession and their move to Vegas was in pursuit of a better livelihood.

In 2011, June released the unauthorized autobiography of the UFC lynchpin- 'Dana White, King of MMA'. She shockingly revealed that her sonÂ <em>"had turned his back on his family and friends who were there for home when he needed help and support".</em>

READ MORE: <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-dana-was-causing-us-problems-and-costing-plenty-from-the-very-beginning-of-his-life-dana-white-put-his-single-mother-in-hostage-situation-moments-after-his-birth/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Dana Was Causing Us Problems and Costing Plenty From the Very Beginning of His Life: Dana White Put His Single Mother in Hostage Situation Moments After His Birth</a>

Similarly,Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46eMp_rWgjc" target="_blank" rel="noopener">in a 2011 interview,</a>Â she said,Â <em>"He's not a good person. He seems to have lost his character somewhere along the way. He mistreats people."</em>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Dana White's wife and children</b></h2>
UFC President is married to Anne, whom he met in eighth grade, and the duo tied the knot in 1996. The couple is blessed with three children, two sons- Dana III, Aidan, and one daughter Savannah.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>What is Dana White's net worth in 2024?</b></h2>
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Dana White has a net worth of $500 million. Further, he collects an estimated $20 million salary annually.

Apart from this, he also owns "Power Slap," alongside ventures inside the UFC like "Dana White's Contender Series." This surely helps him bank quite a sum, alongside his occasional big wins in gambling. For instance, he once won nearly $7 million in a single night at a Las Vegas Casino.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Is Dana White the owner of UFC?</strong></h2>
While running boxercise gyms, he met MMA fighters, Tito Ortiz and Chuck Liddell, and eventually took over as their manager. Moreover, he met Bob Meyrowitz and pounced on the opportunity when he learned Meyrowitz wanted to sell UFC. He sought the aid of Lorenzo Fertitta and ultimately he and his older brother Frank bought the UFC for $2 million. And the pair appointed White as the President.
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In 2019, White penned a lucrative 7-year contract with the promotion, elongating his stronghold. Markedly, in April 2023, Endeavor, the parent company of UFC,Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wwe-news-unbelievable-wwes-high-profile-sale-to-ufcs-parent-company-made-jim-ross-scared-because-of-one-particular-reason/" target="_self" rel="noopener">announced a merger with WWE</a> to form a new $24 billion company. Additionally, White retained his position as the president of the UFC brand. White previously owned 9% of the UFC before he sold his stake to Endeavor for $340 million.

In addition, White also worked as a co-promoter of theÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/conor-mcgregor/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Conor McGregor</a>-Floyd Mayweather fight, thus making his debut in boxing scenes. However, soon he lost interest as he labeled boxing promotion as a "<em>broken business</em>" in 2022.

Another brainchild of White, The Power Slap, debuted in January 2023, on which White worked as a producer.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><strong>Dana Whiteâ€™s health: Weight loss, fasting &amp; transformation</strong></h2>
Over the last few years, Dana White's health has undergone a massive transformation, and now he is seemingly in his best health. His life coach and founder of 10X Health System, Garry Brecka had even predicted that at the rate White was indulging in bad habits and ignoring his health, he might only have a decade left.

He had previously been wrongly diagnosed with idiopathic depression, and the medications took a toll on him. Later, the mogul also suffered from dangerously high blood pressure, was overweight, and had a high triglyceride count, which allowed Brecka to reach his conclusion. And according to him, marking the life expectancy only validated the urgency for White.

He would soon make <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-why-did-dana-white-lose-so-much-weight-real-reason-behind-86-hour-water-fast-carried-out-by-the-ufc-ceo/">massive strides in his lifestyle and share with the world his secrets</a>. He followed a holistic plan with the help of Brecka that included the right diet, supplements, and exercise. His diet included high fat but low carbs, to induce ketosis, a method by which fat is broken down into ketones. It also included an 86-hour water-fast regimen that was so transformative that White couldn't help but share it with the world.

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Now White continues to be healthier than ever and includes other innovative techniques such as ice baths to up his health game. After all, to be the president of the world's biggest MMA promotion is no joke and only a healthy man can play the long haul.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Dana Whiteâ€™s other businesses and endorsements</strong></h2>
A man of many talents, the man who made UFC the biggest MMA promotion in the world has numerous other ventures under his sleeve. Here are some enlisted-
<ul>
 	<li>
<h3>Power Slap</h3>
</li>
</ul>
White is the founder and promoter of Power Slap, an unconventional fighting organization that was launched in 2022. Since then, it has come under much controversy, with many deeming it a barbaric and exploitative sport. Nonetheless, White has stood stern on his belief that it has the potential to become a major combat sport and open new avenues for numerous fighters.
<ul>
 	<li>
<h3><strong>Throw One</strong></h3>
</li>
</ul>
It is a media company that was founded by the two original pillars of the UFC banner, Dana White and Lorenzo Fertitta. This venture operates as the parent company for numerous ventures, such as,-
<ul style="list-style-type: circle">
 	<li data-sourcepos="6:5-6:88"><strong>Power Slap:</strong> The controversial slap-fighting organization.</li>
 	<li data-sourcepos="7:5-7:53"><strong>Ridiculousness:</strong>Â A popular comedy clip show.</li>
 	<li data-sourcepos="8:5-8:75"><strong>Street League Skateboarding:</strong>Â A professional skateboarding league.</li>
 	<li data-sourcepos="9:5-9:62"><strong>Nitro Circus:</strong> A live-action stunt performance group.</li>
 	<li data-sourcepos="10:5-10:64"><strong>Travis Pastrana's NRX Rallycar:</strong>Â A rally racing series.</li>
</ul>
White's involvement currently stands as the co-founder and co-owner of the above. Further, the UFC head honcho is committed to UFC and restricts himself from promoting anything apart from the UFC.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><strong>Dana White's awards and accomplishments</strong></h2>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Armed Forces Foundation - Patriot Award (2009)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">World MMA Awards - Leading Man of the Year (2008â€“23)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Wrestling Observer Newsletter - Promoter of the Year (2005â€“13; 2015â€“16)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Other accomplishments - Nevada Sportsman of the Year (2009)</span></li>
</ul>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Dana White's foundation and charity</b></h2>
The UFC president also liberally utilizes his money for good causes. HeÂ has donated $100,000 toÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/dustin-poirier/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Dustin Poirier</a>'s charity. In addition, he once gave $50,000 for a liver transplant to the daughter of one of the instructors at Tiger Muay Thai.

Also, he gave $100,000 to his former high school, and $1 million to the Las Vegas shooting victims.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Dana Whiteâ€™s house</strong></h2>
The UFC head's first notable house purchase was reported in 2006 when he bought a mansion in Pine Island Court, Las Vegas, from the American business mogul <b>Frank Fertitta </b>for $1.95 million. Thereafter he bought 3 more mansions in the same area from 2016 to 2017, which were later demolished, presumably to build his current mega mansion.

The current mansion boasts nine bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, a gym, a massage room, a basketball court, an arcade, a bar, and a kitchen, all worthy of a king.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Dana Whiteâ€™s car collection</strong></h2>
Complimenting his massive crib, and the luxurious office is his collection of vehicles that he has amassed over the years. But despite that, his first car was a 'rusted out Datsun B210.' Here are some of his prized possessions-
<ul>
 	<li>A Harley Davidson featuring the UFC logo, that was gifted by the company</li>
 	<li>Ducati and a MV Agusta F4</li>
 	<li>A classic red Ferrari Testarossa</li>
 	<li>A black Ferrari Spider F430</li>
 	<li>1971 Plymouth Barracuda</li>
 	<li>BMW M6 Gran Coupe</li>
</ul>
Apart from this, he has also gifted his beloved sons the gift of speed as their sweet sixteen gifts. His eldest son Aidan was bestowed with a customized Defender Works V8 70th Anniversary Edition, while Dana Jr. kept a BMW M6.

Keeping up with his busy schedule, it is not surprising that he owns a private jet, an indulgent Bombardier jet to be precise.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">How to contact Dana White?</h2>
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<td style="width: 33.3333%;text-align: center;border-style: solid"><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.instagram.com/danawhite/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a></td>
<td style="width: 33.3333%;text-align: center;border-style: solid"><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.facebook.com/danawhite/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Facebook</a></td>
<td style="width: 33.3333%;text-align: center;border-style: solid"><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://twitter.com/danawhite?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Twitter</a></td>
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<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>More Information</strong></h2>
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<td style="width: 49.2209%;height: 56px"><b>Personal Information:</b></td>
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<td style="width: 49.2209%;height: 56px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Full Name</span></td>
<td style="width: 144.662%;height: 56px">Dana Frederick White Jr.</td>
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<td style="width: 49.2209%;height: 56px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Date Of Birth</span></td>
<td style="width: 144.662%;height: 56px">July 28, 1969</td>
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<td style="width: 49.2209%;height: 56px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Birth Place</span></td>
<td style="width: 144.662%;height: 56px">Manchester, Connecticut</td>
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<td style="width: 49.2209%;height: 56px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Age</span></td>
<td style="width: 144.662%;height: 56px">54</td>
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<td style="width: 49.2209%;height: 56px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Height</span></td>
<td style="width: 144.662%;height: 56px">5 ft 10 in or 178 cm</td>
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<td style="width: 49.2209%;height: 56px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Weight</span></td>
<td style="width: 144.662%;height: 56px">185 lbs or 83.91 kg</td>
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<td style="width: 49.2209%;height: 56px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Parents</span></td>
<td style="width: 144.662%;height: 56px">June and Dana White Sr.</td>
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<td style="width: 49.2209%;height: 56px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Siblings</span></td>
<td style="width: 144.662%;height: 56px">Kelly White</td>
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<td style="width: 49.2209%;height: 56px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Nationality</span></td>
<td style="width: 144.662%;height: 56px">USA</td>
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<td style="width: 49.2209%;height: 56px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Ethnicity</span></td>
<td style="width: 144.662%;height: 56px">American</td>
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<td style="width: 49.2209%;height: 56px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Net Worth</span></td>
<td style="width: 144.662%;height: 56px">$500 million</td>
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<td style="width: 49.2209%;height: 56px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Salary</span></td>
<td style="width: 144.662%;height: 56px">$20 million</td>
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<td style="width: 49.2209%;height: 56px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Spouse</span></td>
<td style="width: 144.662%;height: 56px">Anne White</td>
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<td style="width: 49.2209%;height: 56px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Relationship/Marital Status</span></td>
<td style="width: 144.662%;height: 56px">Married</td>
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<td style="width: 49.2209%;height: 56px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Children</span></td>
<td style="width: 144.662%;height: 56px">3</td>
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<td style="width: 49.2209%;height: 57px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Profession</span></td>
<td style="width: 144.662%;height: 57px">President of UFC</td>
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Dana White

Dana White: Net Worth 2024, Salary, Wife, and More Who is Dana White? Dana Frederick White Jr. is a name that every MMA fanatic knows. From running away from mobsters to running the biggest MMA promotion in the world, White has come a long way. An organization he and his friend Lorenzo Fertitta bought for $2 million, now stands at nearly $7-8 million. He played an instrumental role in making the UFC the household brand it is today. He started his career as a bouncer and climbed the ladder to become one of the most successful businesspeople worldwide. His business acumen, shrewd tactics, and eye for opportunities eased UFC&#8217;s path to establish itself as the biggest MMA promotion. As of 2024, he works as the President of UFC, a position he has held since 2001. Dana White&#8217;s early lifeÂ  Born on July 28, 1969, White spent his early childhood in Ware, Massachusetts. The 53-year-old spent his youth switching bases between Las Vegas and Maine. White initially attended Bishop Gorman High School, where he first encountered Lorenzo Fertitta. However, he got kicked out twice and finally graduated from Hermon High School in Maine in 1987.  via Getty White dropped out of college twice and juggled various jobs, including laying asphalt, a bouncer at an Irish bar, and as a bellhop at the Boston Harbor Hotel. Ever interested in combat sports, White picked up a pair of boxing gloves at 17 and initially dreamt of pursuing a professional career. However, he soon dropped the idea after witnessing a punch drunk boxer (someone suffering from Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a disease linked to head trauma injury)Â and feared the same outcome for himself. Dana White&#8217;s parents Dana White was born to June and Dana White Sr. and traces his roots as an Irish American. While much is not known about his father, he and his sister Kelly mostly grew up under the care of his mother and grandparents. His mother was a nurse by profession and their move to Vegas was in pursuit of a better livelihood. In 2011, June released the unauthorized autobiography of the UFC lynchpin- &#8216;Dana White, King of MMA&#8217;. She shockingly revealed that her sonÂ &#8220;had turned his back on his family and friends who were there for home when he needed help and support&#8221;. READ MORE: Dana Was Causing Us Problems and Costing Plenty From the Very Beginning of His Life: Dana White Put His Single Mother in Hostage Situation Moments After His Birth Similarly,Â in a 2011 interview,Â she said,Â &#8220;He&#8217;s not a good person. He seems to have lost his character somewhere along the way. He mistreats people.&#8221; Dana White&#8217;s wife and children UFC President is married to Anne, whom he met in eighth grade, and the duo tied the knot in 1996. The couple is blessed with three children, two sons- Dana III, Aidan, and one daughter Savannah. What is Dana White&#8217;s net worth in 2024? According to Celebrity Net Worth, Dana White has a net worth of $500 million. Further, he collects an estimated $20 million salary annually. Apart from this, he also owns &#8220;Power Slap,&#8221; alongside ventures inside the UFC like &#8220;Dana White&#8217;s Contender Series.&#8221; This surely helps him bank quite a sum, alongside his occasional big wins in gambling. For instance, he once won nearly $7 million in a single night at a Las Vegas Casino. Is Dana White the owner of UFC? While running boxercise gyms, he met MMA fighters, Tito Ortiz and Chuck Liddell, and eventually took over as their manager. Moreover, he met Bob Meyrowitz and pounced on the opportunity when he learned Meyrowitz wanted to sell UFC. He sought the aid of Lorenzo Fertitta and ultimately he and his older brother Frank bought the UFC for $2 million. And the pair appointed White as the President.  via Getty In 2019, White penned a lucrative 7-year contract with the promotion, elongating his stronghold. Markedly, in April 2023, Endeavor, the parent company of UFC,Â announced a merger with WWE to form a new $24 billion company. Additionally, White retained his position as the president of the UFC brand. White previously owned 9% of the UFC before he sold his stake to Endeavor for $340 million. In addition, White also worked as a co-promoter of theÂ Conor McGregor-Floyd Mayweather fight, thus making his debut in boxing scenes. However, soon he lost interest as he labeled boxing promotion as a &#8220;broken business&#8221; in 2022. Another brainchild of White, The Power Slap, debuted in January 2023, on which White worked as a producer. Dana Whiteâ€™s health: Weight loss, fasting &amp; transformation Over the last few years, Dana White&#8217;s health has undergone a massive transformation, and now he is seemingly in his best health. His life coach and founder of 10X Health System, Garry Brecka had even predicted that at the rate White was indulging in bad habits and ignoring his health, he might only have a decade left. He had previously been wrongly diagnosed with idiopathic depression, and the medications took a toll on him. Later, the mogul also suffered from dangerously high blood pressure, was overweight, and had a high triglyceride count, which allowed Brecka to reach his conclusion. And according to him, marking the life expectancy only validated the urgency for White. He would soon make massive strides in his lifestyle and share with the world his secrets. He followed a holistic plan with the help of Brecka that included the right diet, supplements, and exercise. His diet included high fat but low carbs, to induce ketosis, a method by which fat is broken down into ketones. It also included an 86-hour water-fast regimen that was so transformative that White couldn&#8217;t help but share it with the world. Now White continues to be healthier than ever and includes other innovative techniques such as ice baths to up his health game. After all, to be the president of the world&#8217;s biggest MMA promotion is no joke and only a healthy man can play the long haul. Dana Whiteâ€™s other businesses and endorsements A man of many talents, the man who made UFC the biggest MMA promotion in the world has numerous other ventures under his sleeve. Here are some enlisted-  Power Slap  White is the founder and promoter of Power Slap, an unconventional fighting organization that was launched in 2022. Since then, it has come under much controversy, with many deeming it a barbaric and exploitative sport. Nonetheless, White has stood stern on his belief that it has the potential to become a major combat sport and open new avenues for numerous fighters.  Throw One  It is a media company that was founded by the two original pillars of the UFC banner, Dana White and Lorenzo Fertitta. This venture operates as the parent company for numerous ventures, such as,- Power Slap: The controversial slap-fighting organization. Ridiculousness:Â A popular comedy clip show. Street League Skateboarding:Â A professional skateboarding league. Nitro Circus: A live-action stunt performance group. Travis Pastrana&#8217;s NRX Rallycar:Â A rally racing series. White&#8217;s involvement currently stands as the co-founder and co-owner of the above. Further, the UFC head honcho is committed to UFC and restricts himself from promoting anything apart from the UFC. Dana White&#8217;s awards and accomplishments Armed Forces Foundation &#8211; Patriot Award (2009) World MMA Awards &#8211; Leading Man of the Year (2008â€“23) Wrestling Observer Newsletter &#8211; Promoter of the Year (2005â€“13; 2015â€“16) Other accomplishments &#8211; Nevada Sportsman of the Year (2009) Dana White&#8217;s foundation and charity The UFC president also liberally utilizes his money for good causes. HeÂ has donated $100,000 toÂ Dustin Poirier&#8216;s charity. In addition, he once gave $50,000 for a liver transplant to the daughter of one of the instructors at Tiger Muay Thai. Also, he gave $100,000 to his former high school, and $1 million to the Las Vegas shooting victims. Dana Whiteâ€™s house The UFC head&#8217;s first notable house purchase was reported in 2006 when he bought a mansion in Pine Island Court, Las Vegas, from the American business mogul Frank Fertitta for $1.95 million. Thereafter he bought 3 more mansions in the same area from 2016 to 2017, which were later demolished, presumably to build his current mega mansion. The current mansion boasts nine bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, a gym, a massage room, a basketball court, an arcade, a bar, and a kitchen, all worthy of a king. Dana Whiteâ€™s car collection Complimenting his massive crib, and the luxurious office is his collection of vehicles that he has amassed over the years. But despite that, his first car was a &#8216;rusted out Datsun B210.&#8217; Here are some of his prized possessions- A Harley Davidson featuring the UFC logo, that was gifted by the company Ducati and a MV Agusta F4 A classic red Ferrari Testarossa A black Ferrari Spider F430 1971 Plymouth Barracuda BMW M6 Gran Coupe Apart from this, he has also gifted his beloved sons the gift of speed as their sweet sixteen gifts. His eldest son Aidan was bestowed with a customized Defender Works V8 70th Anniversary Edition, while Dana Jr. kept a BMW M6. Keeping up with his busy schedule, it is not surprising that he owns a private jet, an indulgent Bombardier jet to be precise. How to contact Dana White?  Instagram Facebook Twitter  More Information  Personal Information:  Full Name Dana Frederick White Jr.  Date Of Birth July 28, 1969  Birth Place Manchester, Connecticut  Age 54  Height 5 ft 10 in or 178 cm  Weight 185 lbs or 83.91 kg  Parents June and Dana White Sr.  Siblings Kelly White  Nationality USA  Ethnicity American  Net Worth $500 million  Salary $20 million  Spouse Anne White  Relationship/Marital Status Married  Children 3  Profession President of UFC

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OLEKSANDR USYK Boxing &#8211; WBA, IBF &amp; WBO Heavyweight Titles &#8211; Anthony Joshua v Oleksandr Usyk &#8211; Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, Britain &#8211; September 25, 2021 Oleksandr Usyk celebrates winning his fight against Anthony Joshua Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Couldridge Oleksandr Usyk 2021: Record, Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements Who is Oleksandr Usyk? Oleksandr Oleksandrovych Usyk is a Ukrainian professional boxer who fights in the heavyweight division. He is the current unified heavyweight champion, former undisputed cruiserweight world champion, and one of the few to have held all four belts in the sport. At present, he is one of the best pound-for-pound boxers in the sport. As of April 2024, he sits at #3 on the Transnational Boxing Rankings Board and the Ring Magazine ratings while ranking #2 on ESPN&#8217;s list of divisional boxing rankings in the heavyweight class. Prior to dominating the professional game, Usyk showed his prowess in the amateur scene. According toÂ boxrec, the Ukrainian has a frankly unbelievable amateur record of 335-15. Along with this incredible record, he picked up several titles. The most significant of all was his 2012 Olympic Gold medal. Subsequently, he turned pro in the cruiserweight division and, as of April 2024, is still unbeaten despite moving up to heavyweight and clinching the WBA, WBO, and IBF titles in the heavyweight division. 2024 could be the biggest year for Usyk, as he is in line to fight for the undisputed heavyweight title against Tyson Fury, the current WBC and Ring Magazine champion. If successful, he could be the first undisputed heavyweight champion of the four-belt era. RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA &#8211; OCTOBER 28: Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk face off after the Heavyweight fight between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou at Boulevard Hall on October 28, 2023 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) He has also started his own promotionalÂ companyÂ called Usyk-17 Promotions. Oleksandr Usykâ€™s Early Life Oleksandr Usyk, born in 1987 in Simferopol, Ukraine, is a towering figure in the world of boxing, not just physically but also due to his remarkable achievements. Growing up in Ukraine, Usyk began his boxing journey at a young age, inspired by his father&#8217;s interest in the sport. Originally starting in football, Usyk&#8217;s exceptional footwork caught attention early on. However, fate had boxing in store for him. At 15, he shifted his focus and embarked on a rigorous training journey that would define his career. Ukraine&#8217;s Oleksandr Usyk dances as he celebrates after being declared the winner over Italy&#8217;s Clemente Russo during their Men&#8217;s Heavy (91kg) gold medal boxing match at the London Olympics August 11, 2012. REUTERS/Damir Sagolj (BRITAIN &#8211; Tags: OLYMPICS SPORT BOXING) Usyk&#8217;s talent quickly became evident as he rose through the ranks. His amateur career was a string of successes, culminating in a gold medal at the 2012 London Olympics in the heavyweight division. His record of 335 wins out of 350 fights speaks volumes about his early dominance and skill. Beyond his athletic prowess, Usyk is a man of faith, deeply committed to his Christian beliefs. Family plays a pivotal role in his life, serving as his source of strength and motivation. Oleksandr Usykâ€™s Wife and Children Oleksandr Usyk has been married to Yekaterina Usyk (also sometimes called Kateryna) for about 15 years, keeping their relationship private. They got married in 2009, about 4 years before Usyk made his professional debut in 2013. They have four children together: daughter Yelizaveta, sons Mykhailo and Kyrylo, and a daughter Maria born in January 2024. Usyk&#8217;s boxing career has meant missing some family events, but they appear to be a close unit with Yekaterina supporting him at fights whenever possible. He also carries with him a soft plush toy given to him by his son, who believes it to be a lucky charm keeping his father safe. Usyk and his young family had to flee their home in Vorzel, Bucha, when the area was overrun by Vladimir Putin&#8217;s troops in 2022 during the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Oleksandr Usykâ€™s Net Worth 2024 Usyk is one of the biggest boxers in the sport at the moment. It is therefore not surprising that his net worth should also reflect that fact. The unified heavyweight champion as of January 2024 worth approximately $50 million. Majority of his income comes from boxing purses, while some are from endorsements and investments. A huge chunk of his net worth is thanks to the two fights he undertook against the former unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua in 2021 and 2022. Especially the second fight, according to InsideSport, is estimated to have netted the Ukrainian more than $75 million in total. Boxing &#8211; WBA, IBF &amp; WBO Heavyweight Titles &#8211; Anthony Joshua v Oleksandr Usyk &#8211; Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, Britain &#8211; September 25, 2021 Anthony Joshua in action against Oleksandr Usyk Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Couldridge Before his historic fights against Anthony Joshua, was fighting for a five-figure payday. Five years later, things are different. Here are the purse details from some of his other fights:-  Date Opponent Result / Round Location Total Purse  Sept 2017 Marco Huck TKO / 10 Germany $70,000  July 2018 Murat Gassiev UD / 12 Russia $400,000  Nov 2018 Tony Bellew KO / 8 England $1,000,000  Oct 2020 Derek Chisora UD / 12 England $2,300,000  Sept 2021 Anthony Joshua 1 UD / 12 England $20,000,000  Aug 2022 Anthony Joshua 2 SD / 12 Saudi Arabia $75,000,000  Aug 2023 Daniel Dubois KO / 9 Poland $6,000,000  Oleksandr Usykâ€™s Career Timeline As of April 2024, Usyk&#8217;s record stands at a perfect 21-0. 14 of these have come through knockouts, which gives him a respectable 66.67% knockout rate. Usyk began his professional boxing journey on November 9, 2013, in Kiev, Ukraine. His first opponent was Felipe Romero, whom he defeated via a fifth-round technical knockout (TKO). This victory marked the beginning of Usyk&#8217;s rise in the cruiserweight division. Usyk&#8217;s path to championship glory gained momentum in 2015 as he faced and defeated experienced fighters such as Andrei Kniazev, Johnny Muller, and South African boxer Thabiso Mchunu. These victories not only added to his undefeated record but also demonstrated his ability to handle diverse styles and challenges inside the ring. In 2016, Usyk&#8217;s career took a significant leap forward when he fought for the WBO cruiserweight title against Krzysztof Glowacki. The bout took place on September 17, 2016, in Gdansk, Poland. Usyk delivered a dominant performance, outclassing Glowacki with his technical skills and securing a unanimous decision victory. This win made Usyk the new WBO cruiserweight champion, signaling his arrival as a force to be reckoned with in the division. Kyiv, UKRAINE &#8211; April 18, 2015 : Oleksandr Usyk (Ukraine) in the ring during fight for WBO Inter-Continental cruiserweight title in the Palace of sport, Kiev Usyk&#8217;s quest for unification continued as he faced Mairis Briedis on January 27, 2018, in Riga, Latvia, in the World Boxing Super Series semi-final. The fight was highly anticipated, with both boxers putting on a memorable performance. Usyk faced a tough challenge in Briedis but ultimately emerged victorious via a majority decision, adding the WBC cruiserweight title to his collection. The final step in Usyk&#8217;s unification journey came in the World Boxing Super Series final against Murat Gassiev on July 21, 2018, in Moscow, Russia. This bout was for the undisputed cruiserweight championship, with all four major belts on the line. Usyk delivered a masterclass performance, outboxing Gassiev over 12 rounds and winning via a unanimous decision. With this victory, Usyk became the first undisputed cruiserweight champion since Evander Holyfield, solidifying his status as one of the best in the division&#8217;s history. After achieving dominance in the cruiserweight division, Usyk made the decision to move up to heavyweight, seeking new challenges and opportunities. His first fight in the heavyweight division took place on October 12, 2019, against Chazz Witherspoon in Chicago, Illinois. Usyk showcased his skill and adaptability, defeating Witherspoon via a seventh-round TKO and announcing his arrival as a legitimate contender in the heavyweight ranks. Usyk&#8217;s most significant heavyweight bout to date occurred on September 25, 2021, against Anthony Joshua in London, England. This fight was for the WBA (Super), IBF, WBO, and IBO heavyweight titles, with Usyk looking to make history by becoming a two-weight world champion. In a stunning upset, Usyk outboxed and outclassed Joshua over 12 rounds, securing a unanimous decision victory and becoming the new unified heavyweight champion of the world. However, for Joshua that wasn&#8217;t the end as he quickly invoked the rematch clause, and thus a second match was finalized. The highly anticipated rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and AJ, dubbed &#8220;Rage on the Red Sea&#8221;, took place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on August 20, 2022. Usyk entered the fight aiming to defend his WBA (Super), IBF, WBO, and IBO heavyweight titles. The fight went the full distance, with Usyk employing his signature southpaw stance and exceptional footwork to outbox and outmaneuver Joshua throughout most of the twelve rounds. Despite a more aggressive approach in the later rounds, the judges awarded a split decision victory (115-113, 116-112, 113-115) to Usyk, cementing his reign as the unified heavyweight champion. Usyk&#8217;s first title defense against Daniel Dubois in Poland in August 2023 was a close call. A controversial low blow from Dubois in round five gave Usyk a chance to recover. Usyk capitalized, winning by knockout in the ninth round. However, nothing compares to the importance of his next fight against Tyson Fury on May 18, 2024. The winner will be crowned the undisputed heavyweight champion, holding all four major belts (WBA, IBF, WBO, WBC) for the first time in over 25 years. This will be one for the books. Is he ready to take on the might of the &#8216;Gypsy King&#8217;? RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA &#8211; OCTOBER 28: Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk shake hands after the Heavyweight fight between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou at Boulevard Hall on October 28, 2023 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) Oleksandr Usykâ€™s Partnerships and Endorsements Usyk rakes in major money from sponsorships with well-known companies such as Nike and Adidas. The Olympic gold medalist earns about $20 million from the sports apparel companies. According to some reports, the heavyweight champion also has endorsements, with Rival boxing (equipment), Jaxet (clothing), Lomus (fashion) and WePlay Esports (video games), which brings him approximately $1 million. Beyond the ring, Usyk is a multi-faceted entrepreneur. He co-owns a boxing social media platform called â€˜Ready to Fightâ€™ and also runs a non-profit organization to help people from Ukraine recover from the ongoing war. His philanthropic side shines through his non-profit organization. The 37-year-old also founded his own boxing promotion company, Usyk-17 Promotions, which helps young athletes begin a career in the sport. Usyk proves you don&#8217;t need a silver tongue to be heavyweight royalty. Sure, he might not be a master of the mic, but his lightning jabs are a far more lucrative investment. His genuine smile and eye contact connect with fans in a way that translates to millions, proving that sometimes silence speaks louder than boasts. Oleksandr Usykâ€™s Career, Stats, and Record Usyk&#8217;s upcoming fight with Tyson Fury is massive for boxing. This fight is a clash of styles: Usyk, the smaller, more technical boxer, versus Fury, the larger, unorthodox fighter. A win for Usyk would solidify his dominance as a heavyweight who can overcome size with skill. For Fury, victory would be the final piece in his legacy, unifying the division and potentially leading to retirement. Next fight:Â May 18 vs. Tyson Fury Record:Â 21-0, 14 KOs DOB:Â Jan. 17, 1987 Age: 37 Stance:Â Southpaw Reach:Â 78 inches Height:Â 6-foot-3 Usyk&#8217;s Fights And Results  DATE OPPONENT RESULT   05/18/2024 Tyson Fury For Fury&#8217;s WBC title; Usyk&#8217;s WBA/IBF/WBO titles  08/26/2023 Daniel Dubois W, KO9 &#8211; Retained WBA/IBF/WBO heavyweight titles  08/20/2022 Anthony Joshua W, SD12 &#8211; Retained WBA/IBF/WBO heavyweight titles  09/25/2021 Anthony Joshua W, UD12 &#8211; Won WBA/IBF/WBO heavyweight title  10/31/2020 Derek Chisora W, UD12  10/12/2019 Chazz Witherspoon W, TKO7  11/10/2018 Tony Bellew W, TKO8 &#8211; Retained WBC/WBA/IBF/WBO cruiserweight titles  07/21/2018 Murat Gassiev W, UD12 &#8211; Unified WBC/WBA/IBF/WBO cruiserweight titles  01/27/2018 Mairis Briedis W, MD12 &#8211; Unified WBC/WBO cruiserweight titles  09/09/2017 Marco Huck W, TKO10 &#8211; Retained WBO cruiserweight title  04/08/2017 Michael Hunter W, UD12 &#8211; Retained WBO cruiserweight title  12/17/2016 Thabiso Mchunu W, KO9 &#8211; Retained WBO cruiserweight title  09/17/2016 Krzysztof Glowacki W, UD12 &#8211; Won WBO cruiserweight title  12/12/2015 Pedro Rodriguez W, TKO7  08/29/2015 Johnny Muller W, TKO3  04/18/2015 Andrei Kniazev W, TKO8  12/13/2014 Danie Venter W, TKO9  10/04/2014 Daniel Bruwer W, TKO7  05/31/2014 Cesar Crenz W, KO4  04/26/2014 Ben Nsafoah W, KO3  12/14/2013 Epifanio Mendoza W, TKO4  11/09/2013 Felipe Romero W, TKO5   Oleksandr Usykâ€™s Charity and Foundation Oleksandr Usyk established the Usyk Foundation, is a non-profit organization, in 2022 after witnessing Russsia&#8217;s invasion of Ukraine first-hand. The fund is dedicated to helping Ukrainians affected by the Russian invasion by providing for their basic needs. They created the Usyk Foundation in order to mobilize financial support from the international community â€” caring people who want to contribute to the advent of peace. To date, the non-profit organization has distributed $740,000 to the Ukrainian armed forces; has sent out 30 vans filled with humanitarian aid; donated 67 cars for transport for the armed forces; and has held 7 charity auctions to help to contribute more help for the Ukrainian people. Usyk is also the co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Ready to Fight, a digital social platform for boxers. The platform aims to revolutionize the boxing industry by creating a digital ecosystem where athletes can seamlessly connect and collaborate with coaches, managers, agents, sparring partners, sports medicine professionals, promoters, sponsors, and fans. It hopes to create a space where up and coming boxers can find a voice and representation without having to go through the tedious process of finding a promoter or coach on one&#8217;s own. Â Â Oleksandr Usykâ€™s Titles Oleksandr Usyk&#8217;s trophy cabinet showcases his dominance across two weight divisions. As an amateur, he rose to prominence with a gold medal at the 2012 London Olympics. Turning professional, he conquered the cruiserweight division, collecting all four major world titles: WBA (Super), WBC, IBF, and WBO. This feat made him the first undisputed cruiserweight champion in history. Gold medallist Oleksandr Usyk of Ukraine (R) poses with silver medallist Clemente Russo of Italy during the presentation ceremony for the Men&#8217;s Heavy (91kg) gold medal boxing at the London Olympics August 11, 2012. REUTERS/Damir Sagolj (BRITAIN &#8211; Tags: OLYMPICS SPORT BOXING) In 2019, Usyk set his sights on the heavyweight crown. He quickly captured the WBA (Super), IBF, and WBO titles by defeating Anthony Joshua in 2021. In their 2022 rematch, Usyk added the prestigious Ring Magazine title to his collection, solidifying his reign as the unified heavyweight champion. Come May 18, he will fight to add another undisputed title to his list of accomplishments. In doing so, he will be the only fourth boxer to ever hold the undisputed champion status in two weight classes in the four-belt era. Oleksandr Usykâ€™s Social Media Accounts  Instagram @usykaa  Twitter @usykaa  Facebook Â Oleksandr Usyk  Website https://www.usyk.com.ua/en/  Personal Information  Full Name Oleksandr Oleksandrovych Usyk  Popular Name Oleksandr Usyk  Date Of Birth January 17, 1987  Birth Place Simferopol, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union (now Crimea, Ukraine)  Age 37  Height 6â€²3â€³ (191 cms)  Weight 221 lbs  Parents Not widely known  Siblings Viktoriia Usyk and another sibling  Nationality Ukrainian  Ethnicity Ukrainian  Net Worth $50 million  Salary  Spouse Yekaterina Usyk  Relationship/Marital Status Married  Children 4 &#8211; Yelizaveta, Mykhailo, Kyrylo, and Maria  Profession Professional Boxer  Team Team Usyk  Titles WBA, WBO, IBF, and Ring Magazine Heavyweight champion

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