UFC welterweight contender Gilbert Burns has soared through the ranks to be where he is now. The Brazilian is a BJJ specialist who has successfully transitioned himself as an elite into MMA. The former UFC welterweight title challenger fought his long-time teammate and friend Kamaru Usman at UFC 258 for the gold.
‘Durinho’ has been representing MMA for a decade now and all the while, there is one person who has remained supportive of him through thick and thin, his wife Bruna Burns. The Brazilian always keeps updating about his family through media. Let’s know a little more about his family.
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Bruna Burns- wife of Gilbert Burns
‘Durinho’ is to married to Bruna Burns. The couple tied the knot in August 2012 after dating for a while. Just like Burns, Bruna is also a Jiu-Jitsu expert and met the welterweight contender at a jiu-jitsu session. She also has a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu.
Bruna has been working as a coach at the Academy Combat Club. She has an active social media account, and fans can get a glimpse of her personal life as she often shares clicks of ‘Durinho’ and their kids on her social media platform.
The children of ‘Durinho’
‘Durinho’ and Bruna are blessed with three kids. Although their exact ages are unknown, the eldest child Pedro Brenaiah Burns is believed to be over six years of age while their second one, Joshua Burns, is believed to be under 5.
The couple welcomed their third child earlier this year.
A supportive wife
Bruna has been extremely supportive to Burns and even posted a message when the latter lost the title fight against Usman.
“We are so proud of you not because results because of who you are! The Best! The best husband and daddy ever. We couldn’t be more blessed to have you ❤️ We celebrate and cry together because that’s who we are.”
“Time to come home rest and reset. Your time for be a UFC Champion will come don’t worry we going to be on this journey together like always. We love you Morzão @gilbert_burns. Thank you for share your life with me.”
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When Bruna made headlines
Bruna made headlines after the welterweight contender showed off his undergarment with Bruna’s face on it. He revealed that it’s his favorite undergarment and considers it as his lucky charm before any fight.
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‘Durinho’ is looking to climb his way back to the title picture. Just like previously throughout his career, he needs his family to be with him in his quest.
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