Social media influencer Nina Marie Daniele, who’s known for her entertaining UFC content, achieved a significant feat in her career. She’s found herself as a nominee for the 2024 World MMA Awards’s ‘Personality of the Year’ honor, alongside UFC commentary stalwart Joe Rogan. And guess what? Daniele received a heartwarming message from Jon Jones about making it to the big leagues.

Nina Marie Daniele, more so known as ‘Nina Drama’, seems to be going through an emotional rollercoaster ride as she shared a long message on Instagram. As we’ve mentioned, her nomination in the upcoming World MMA Awards is an exceptional feat, and if you’re wondering why, it’s because Joe Rogan isn’t the only other nominee in that category. Bruce Buffer, Chael Sonnen, and Daniel Cormier are the others on that list, too. Isn’t that a big deal for the 35-year-old? It certainly is because it’s evident in Daniele’s recent social media post.

“OMG! I’m nominated for “Personality Of The Year” at the MMA Awards!! I can’t freaking believe it! This is so cool. I’m still in shock just to be nominated. I quit my career as a comedy content and skits creator to pursue this dream of mine,” Nina Marie Daniele wrote on Instagram. She’s had some pretty big collaborations with the UFC’s top stars. That’s what fans want in the end, and for that, the 35-year-old also had a message for the people she’s been around with.

“Thank you to everyone that has believed in me from the start and to everyone that has come along for the ride, I wouldn’t be here without you,” Nina Marie Daniele added. Unsurprisingly, her post gained traction, and guess what? It not only caught fans’ attention but the attention of certain UFC figures, including the heaviest undisputed champion, Jon Jones.

Jon Jones, along with fans, congratulates Nina Marie Daniele

Nina Marie Daniele made waves as a model before her venture into making UFC content, and Jon Jones seems to be aware of it. He claims to have followed the former Playboy Playmate’s journey and believes that the ‘Personality of the Year’ honor was long overdue. “You most definitely have my vote, I’ve been following you way before you were involved in the UFC. You deserve every ounce of your success, you’ve brought so much fun to the sport. Thank you, Nina,” Jones commented. But wait! There’s more because Daniele’s been showered with congratulatory awards from UFC commentator-cum-analyst Laura Sanko and flyweight fighter Dione Barbosa.

When it came to the fans, well, they were ecstatic about Nina Marie Daniele’s achievement. While one fan called her “the best,” others lauded her for the funny and entertaining content she’s been posting on her socials for well over a year now. They said, “Hell yeah! Biggest in the game! So many classic moments in such a short time!” It seems like the UFC fans have developed quite an affinity to Daniele’s content because they claim it’s something novel to what they’ve been witnessing for years now. “Congrats girlie you are a breath of fresh air,” another fan added.

Just like Jon Jones, fans echoed the same sentiment that Nina Marie Daniele deserves what she’s getting, claiming, “Overdue! Lessgiddit,” while one fan believes that she’s already won the ‘Personality of the Year’ honor. “Nah no need for nomination you won,” that fan stated. Moreover, Daniele’s nomination didn’t come as a big surprise to the fans, as they expect more entertaining content from her. One fan added, “Congratsss!! Well deserved and only the beginning of great things to come.”

Despite the support Nina Marie Daniele has garnered after her nomination, she’s going up against some seriously bigger personalities. Hence, it remains to be seen if she can topple everyone, including Joe Rogan. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.