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<h3 style="text-align: center">Aljamain Sterling: Net Worth 2023, Record, Salary, and Endorsements</h3>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>What is </b><b>Aljamain Sterling</b><b>’s Net Worth 2023?</b></h2>
The current UFC Bantamweight champion, Aljamain Sterling, is undoubtedly one of the most noted figures of the promotion. The 'Funk Master' often enthralls crowds with his super funky celebrations after winning bouts. Currently standing as the Bantamweight champion of the promotion, there is no doubt that the UFC pays Sterling quite well. As of 2023, the Jamaican-rooted Sterling boasts a net worth of about $2M.

Like every other UFC fighter, Sterling also receives his salary per fight. Also, it might vary from one fight to another. Reportedly, 'Funk Master' bagged a whopping $230,000 as the base salary for his UFC 275 fight against the Russian, Petr Yan. While Sterling had also revealed that his total income from that bout stood at around $400,000.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Aljamain Sterling’s early life and education</h2>
<p style="text-align: left">A lot of UFC fans might already know that Sterling carries Jamaican roots. He was born on 31 July 1989 in Uniondale, New York. His father's name is Cleveland Sterling, while his mother is named Sophia Sterling. Aljamain spent his childhood along with his seven siblings. Although some of his brothers joined gangs, Sterling took up wrestling in the year 2004 while he was a student at Uniondale High School.</p>
<p style="text-align: left">He continued to wrestle while he joined Morrisville State College later. But it was a meeting with the current UFC Heavyweight champion, Jon Jones, which got Sterling hooked on MMA. After his initial year, Sterling joined the State University of New York at Cortland and went on to become a two-time NCAA Division III All-American with a record of 87–27. He also secured his bachelor's degree in physical education from the same institution.</p>
<p style="text-align: left">His unusual yet effective wrestling style earned him his nickname, 'Funk Master'.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center">Aljamain Sterling’s Career</h2>
<h3>Early Career</h3>
<p style="text-align: left">Aljamain Sterling transitioned to MMA after he was once invited by 'Bones' to try it out at 'The BombSquad gym' in Ithaca, New York. Sterling probably got so much into it that he decided it chose it as his career option. 'The 33-year-old' started off his amateur MMA career in the year 2009. He also ramped up 6 wins with just one defeat in his entire amateur MMA career.</p>
<p style="text-align: left">'Funk Master' also started his professional MMA career with a bang as he achieved two straight victories in his first two bouts. He was also awarded a Bantamweight title shot at the 'Ring of Combat 36'. Sterling won the bout via a split decision to claim the ROC Bantamweight championship. However, it also proved to be Sterling's final bout for the promotion.</p>
Following that, 'the 33-year-old' joined 'Cage Fury Fighting Championships' where he repeated his previous feat. Sterling's first-round TKO victory over Evan Chmieleski right at his CFFC debut earned him a shot at the vacant Bantamweight championship of the promotion. 'The Jamaican-American' defeated his opponent Sean Santella via a unanimous decision to claim the CFFC Bantamweight championship to his name as well. He also defended his title on three occasions post this win. Every time it was a rear-naked choke by Sterling that finished off his opponents. 'Funk Master' then made his way into the UFC with an undefeated 8-0 professional record.
<h3>UFC</h3>
Sterling made his UFC debut against Cody Gibson. He started with a bang and won the bout via a unanimous decision. 'Funk Master' was always a decent bantamweight. The pivotal matchup of his career was a bout against <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/Marlon-Moraes/">Marlon Moraes</a>. Aljamain Sterling vs Marlon Moraes ended in a devastating KO loss for Sterling in just 67 seconds.

[caption id="attachment_571795" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-571795" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210304171647/GettyImages-1247533696.jpg" alt="Aljamain Sterling" width="1920" height="1371" /> LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JUNE 06: Aljamain Sterling prepares to fight Cory Sandhagen in their bantamweight bout during the UFC 250 event at UFC APEX on June 06, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC)[/caption]

After this loss, Sterling stacked a four-fight win streak and beat <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/Cory-Sandhagen/">Cory Sandhagen</a> at UFC 250 in a <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-news-where-you-at-dana-aljamain-sterling-calls-for-dana-white-after-putting-cory-sandhagen-to-sleep-ufc-250/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">virtual title eliminator bout</a>. 'Funk Master' got a quick finish as he ended proceedings via first-round submission (RNC) in just 88 seconds. He won his first 'Performance of the Night' award for this fight.
<h3>UFC Bantamweight Championship</h3>
Aljamain Sterling fought <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/petr-yan/">Petr Yan</a> for the UFC Bantamweight championship on March 6, 2021, at UFC 259. 'Funk Master' won the title as the referee disqualified the champion for not abiding by the <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.ufc.com/unified-rules-mixed-martial-arts">rules</a> (illegal knee strike to a downed/grounded opponent). He became the first UFC fighter to claim the belt via a disqualification.

Sterling took on 'No Mercy' once again in his first title defense bout at UFC 273. Despite putting quite some resistance, Yan's efforts fell short to earn him a victory as Sterling was declared the winner via a split decision.

[caption id="attachment_577074" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-577074" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210310095303/UFC_JB_2021-03-06_0812_20210306110022298-1.jpg" alt="UFC 259: Petr Yan vs Aljamain Sterling" width="1920" height="1303" /> LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - MARCH 06: (R-L) Aljamain Sterling punches Petr Yan of Russia in their UFC bantamweight championship fight during the UFC 259 event at UFC APEX on March 06, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC)[/caption]

Sterling also took on the famed former UFC Bantamweight kingpin, <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/t-j-dillashaw/">T.J. Dillashaw</a>, at UFC 280 for his next title defense. But, Dillashaw dislocated his shoulder in the first round of the bout, which made things comparatively easier for Sterling. He brought Dillashaw to the canvas after a few strong strikes and ended the bout with some brutal ground and pound in the second round itself.

Sterling faced former UFC champ-champ, <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/henry-cejudo/">Henry Cejudo</a> at UFC 288 and came out with a win via split decision. 'Funk Master' solidified his position as a bantamweight legend after defeating 'Triple C'.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Aljamain Sterling</b><b>’s Record</b></h2>
<p style="text-align: left">After boasting an amateur MMA record of 6-1 and staying undefeated for the first 12 professional fights of his career, Sterling currently holds a record of 23-3 in the sport of MMA. Sterling was subjected to all three of his career losses in the UFC. Hence, his current UFC record stands at an impressive 15-3.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center">Aljamain Sterling’s Championships and Accomplishments</h2>
<b>Ultimate Fighting Championship</b>
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 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">UFC Bantamweight Championship</span><span style="font-weight: 400"> (One time, current)</span>
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 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Performance of the Night (One time) </span><span style="font-weight: 400">vs. Cory Sandhagen</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Tied (T.J. Dillashaw) for most wins in UFC Bantamweight division history (13)</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Tied (Merab Dvalishvili) for the longest win streak in UFC Bantamweight division history (8)</span></li>
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 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">CFFC Bantamweight Championship</span><span style="font-weight: 400"> (One time)</span>
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 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Three successful title defenses</span></li>
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<b>MMAJunkie.com</b>
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 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">2018 Submission of the Year </span><span style="font-weight: 400">vs. Cody Stamann</span></li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">2020 June Submission of the Month </span><span style="font-weight: 400">vs. Cory Sandhagen</span></li>
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<b>Cageside Press</b>
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 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">2020 "Submission of the Year" </span><span style="font-weight: 400">vs. Cory Sandhagen, tied with Khabib Nurmagomedov and A.J. McKee</span></li>
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 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">2022 Comeback of the Year</span></li>
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<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Aljamain Sterling</b><b>’s Wife and Children</b></h2>
<p style="text-align: left">The UFC Bantamweight kingpin has been in a romantic relationship with an America-based beauty and fitness specialist named Rebecca Cruz. Reports also suggest that the couple has been together for more than a decade now. 'Aljo’s' girlfriend Cruz also operates ‘NYX Professional Makeup’ which is a cosmetics business house.</p>
However, despite having quite some information about how long they have been together. There’s no information available in the public domain about how Sterling met Cruz. The couple also got engaged in January 2021.
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However, despite Sterling tweeting about getting married to Cruz soon, there has been no further news regarding this issue. Also, the couple currently don't have any kids together.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Aljamain Sterling’s Foundation and Charity</h2>
'Funk Master' had a foundation named <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/funkmaster-fights-mma-fighter-aljamain-sterling#/">Fighters for Cerebral Palsy</a>. It was a non-profit organization that helped children with Cerebral Palsy and other special needs. Aljamain Sterling, after becoming the UFC bantamweight champion, returned to <a href="https://greaterlongisland.com/ufc-champ-sterling-returns-to-alma-mater-uniondale-to-help-train-nassau-wrestlers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">his home state to help</a> the local wrestlers with their future proceedings.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Aljamain Sterling: Endorsements</b></h2>
Sterling's UFC champion status attracts various companies to tie up their name with him. Hence, as per his official <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.aljamainsterling.com/">website</a> and social handles, he has teamed up with companies like <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="http://www.koreps.com/sponsors/">BodyArmor</a>, <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CUOSfJJrmDt/">Draftkings</a>, <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CU6UzZChfl8/">P3</a>. Also, some of his sponsors <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.aljamainsterling.com/?section=content">include</a> Everlast, Trojan, Findlay Toyota, and Speedy Bear.
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Aljamain Antoine Sterling</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">$2M</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">33 years</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">5’ 7”</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">135 lb (61 kg)</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">$230,000 </span></td>
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Aljamain Sterling

Aljamain Sterling: Net Worth 2023, Record, Salary, and Endorsements What is Aljamain Sterling’s Net Worth 2023? The current UFC Bantamweight champion, Aljamain Sterling, is undoubtedly one of the most noted figures of the promotion. The &#8216;Funk Master&#8217; often enthralls crowds with his super funky celebrations after winning bouts. Currently standing as the Bantamweight champion of the promotion, there is no doubt that the UFC pays Sterling quite well. As of 2023, the Jamaican-rooted Sterling boasts a net worth of about $2M. Like every other UFC fighter, Sterling also receives his salary per fight. Also, it might vary from one fight to another. Reportedly, &#8216;Funk Master&#8217; bagged a whopping $230,000 as the base salary for his UFC 275 fight against the Russian, Petr Yan. While Sterling had also revealed that his total income from that bout stood at around $400,000. Aljamain Sterling’s early life and education A lot of UFC fans might already know that Sterling carries Jamaican roots. He was born on 31 July 1989 in Uniondale, New York. His father&#8217;s name is Cleveland Sterling, while his mother is named Sophia Sterling. Aljamain spent his childhood along with his seven siblings. Although some of his brothers joined gangs, Sterling took up wrestling in the year 2004 while he was a student at Uniondale High School. He continued to wrestle while he joined Morrisville State College later. But it was a meeting with the current UFC Heavyweight champion, Jon Jones, which got Sterling hooked on MMA. After his initial year, Sterling joined the State University of New York at Cortland and went on to become a two-time NCAA Division III All-American with a record of 87–27. He also secured his bachelor&#8217;s degree in physical education from the same institution. His unusual yet effective wrestling style earned him his nickname, &#8216;Funk Master&#8217;. Aljamain Sterling’s Career Early Career Aljamain Sterling transitioned to MMA after he was once invited by &#8216;Bones&#8217; to try it out at &#8216;The BombSquad gym&#8217; in Ithaca, New York. Sterling probably got so much into it that he decided it chose it as his career option. &#8216;The 33-year-old&#8217; started off his amateur MMA career in the year 2009. He also ramped up 6 wins with just one defeat in his entire amateur MMA career. &#8216;Funk Master&#8217; also started his professional MMA career with a bang as he achieved two straight victories in his first two bouts. He was also awarded a Bantamweight title shot at the &#8216;Ring of Combat 36&#8217;. Sterling won the bout via a split decision to claim the ROC Bantamweight championship. However, it also proved to be Sterling&#8217;s final bout for the promotion. Following that, &#8216;the 33-year-old&#8217; joined &#8216;Cage Fury Fighting Championships&#8217; where he repeated his previous feat. Sterling&#8217;s first-round TKO victory over Evan Chmieleski right at his CFFC debut earned him a shot at the vacant Bantamweight championship of the promotion. &#8216;The Jamaican-American&#8217; defeated his opponent Sean Santella via a unanimous decision to claim the CFFC Bantamweight championship to his name as well. He also defended his title on three occasions post this win. Every time it was a rear-naked choke by Sterling that finished off his opponents. &#8216;Funk Master&#8217; then made his way into the UFC with an undefeated 8-0 professional record. UFC Sterling made his UFC debut against Cody Gibson. He started with a bang and won the bout via a unanimous decision. &#8216;Funk Master&#8217; was always a decent bantamweight. The pivotal matchup of his career was a bout against Marlon Moraes. Aljamain Sterling vs Marlon Moraes ended in a devastating KO loss for Sterling in just 67 seconds. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA &#8211; JUNE 06: Aljamain Sterling prepares to fight Cory Sandhagen in their bantamweight bout during the UFC 250 event at UFC APEX on June 06, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC) After this loss, Sterling stacked a four-fight win streak and beat Cory Sandhagen at UFC 250 in a virtual title eliminator bout. &#8216;Funk Master&#8217; got a quick finish as he ended proceedings via first-round submission (RNC) in just 88 seconds. He won his first &#8216;Performance of the Night&#8217; award for this fight. UFC Bantamweight Championship Aljamain Sterling fought Petr Yan for the UFC Bantamweight championship on March 6, 2021, at UFC 259. &#8216;Funk Master&#8217; won the title as the referee disqualified the champion for not abiding by the rules (illegal knee strike to a downed/grounded opponent). He became the first UFC fighter to claim the belt via a disqualification. Sterling took on &#8216;No Mercy&#8217; once again in his first title defense bout at UFC 273. Despite putting quite some resistance, Yan&#8217;s efforts fell short to earn him a victory as Sterling was declared the winner via a split decision. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA &#8211; MARCH 06: (R-L) Aljamain Sterling punches Petr Yan of Russia in their UFC bantamweight championship fight during the UFC 259 event at UFC APEX on March 06, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC) Sterling also took on the famed former UFC Bantamweight kingpin, T.J. Dillashaw, at UFC 280 for his next title defense. But, Dillashaw dislocated his shoulder in the first round of the bout, which made things comparatively easier for Sterling. He brought Dillashaw to the canvas after a few strong strikes and ended the bout with some brutal ground and pound in the second round itself. Sterling faced former UFC champ-champ, Henry Cejudo at UFC 288 and came out with a win via split decision. &#8216;Funk Master&#8217; solidified his position as a bantamweight legend after defeating &#8216;Triple C&#8217;. Aljamain Sterling’s Record After boasting an amateur MMA record of 6-1 and staying undefeated for the first 12 professional fights of his career, Sterling currently holds a record of 23-3 in the sport of MMA. Sterling was subjected to all three of his career losses in the UFC. Hence, his current UFC record stands at an impressive 15-3. Aljamain Sterling’s Championships and Accomplishments Ultimate Fighting Championship  UFC Bantamweight Championship (One time, current) Two successful title defenses  Performance of the Night (One time) vs. Cory Sandhagen Tied (T.J. Dillashaw) for most wins in UFC Bantamweight division history (13) Tied (Merab Dvalishvili) for the longest win streak in UFC Bantamweight division history (8)  Cage Fury Fighting Championships  CFFC Bantamweight Championship (One time) Three successful title defenses   Ring of Combat  ROC Bantamweight Championship (One time)  MMAJunkie.com  2018 Submission of the Year vs. Cody Stamann 2020 June Submission of the Month vs. Cory Sandhagen  Cageside Press  2020 &#8220;Submission of the Year&#8221; vs. Cory Sandhagen, tied with Khabib Nurmagomedov and A.J. McKee  World MMA Awards  2022 Comeback of the Year  Aljamain Sterling’s Wife and Children The UFC Bantamweight kingpin has been in a romantic relationship with an America-based beauty and fitness specialist named Rebecca Cruz. Reports also suggest that the couple has been together for more than a decade now. &#8216;Aljo’s&#8217; girlfriend Cruz also operates ‘NYX Professional Makeup’ which is a cosmetics business house. However, despite having quite some information about how long they have been together. There’s no information available in the public domain about how Sterling met Cruz. The couple also got engaged in January 2021.       View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Aljamain Sterling (@funkmastermma)  However, despite Sterling tweeting about getting married to Cruz soon, there has been no further news regarding this issue. Also, the couple currently don&#8217;t have any kids together. Aljamain Sterling’s Foundation and Charity &#8216;Funk Master&#8217; had a foundation named Fighters for Cerebral Palsy. It was a non-profit organization that helped children with Cerebral Palsy and other special needs. Aljamain Sterling, after becoming the UFC bantamweight champion, returned to his home state to help the local wrestlers with their future proceedings. Aljamain Sterling: Endorsements Sterling&#8217;s UFC champion status attracts various companies to tie up their name with him. Hence, as per his official website and social handles, he has teamed up with companies like BodyArmor, Draftkings, P3. Also, some of his sponsors include Everlast, Trojan, Findlay Toyota, and Speedy Bear.  Full Name Aljamain Antoine Sterling  Net Worth $2M  Age 33 years  Height 5’ 7”  Weight 135 lb (61 kg)  Salary  $230,000   Parents Cleveland and Sophia Sterling  Spouse Rebecca Cruz (fiance)  Kids None

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<h2 class="jsx-8c85ea4b4bcf4dfc" style="text-align: center"><b>Joe Rogan: Net Worth 2024, JRE Podcast, Wife, and Spotify Deal</b></h2>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Who is Joe Rogan?</b></h2>
We know Joe Rogan as a man with many talents - <em>"stand up comic, mixed martial arts fanatic, psychedelic adventurer, host of the joe rogan experience podcast."Â </em>The 56-year-old initially rose to fame as a stand-up comedian, with a comedy career spanning over two decades.Â  A staple for American television, Rogan has done it all, from hosting popular TV shows to becoming the voice of UFC, and now hosts a million-dollar podcast.

His passion for MMA sprung from practicing the sport since he was 13 years old, and by age 19, he secured the US Open Tae Kwon Do Championship. Now he retains significant power in the sport's biggest promotion and has been an integral part of UFC fights, be it in the arena or through The JRE: Fight Companion, outside. So here's a detailed peek at the color commentator's life and achievements.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Joe Rogan's</b> e<b>arly life</b></h2>
Joe Rogan was born and brought up in Newark, New Jersey. He was raised in a family with Irish and Italian roots and went to Newton South High School in Massachusetts. He did not pursue higher education and dropped out of the University of Massachusetts, Boston.

The MMA analyst got his start in martial arts as a way to gain self-confidence and learn how to defend himself. Joe Rogan began karate at the age of 14, then taekwondo a year later. He won the lightweight division of the US Open Taekwondo Championship when he was 19 years old, and he later won the full-contact state title in Massachusetts and went on to attain the Grand championship, beating both the middle and heavyweight title holders.

Over the years, Joe Rogan has learned several martial arts, including Taekwondo, Boxing, Kickboxing, Wrestling, and Jiu-Jitsu, and practices yoga and lifts weights to complement his training. He is a black belt under Eddie Bravo's 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu, a style of no-gi Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and a black belt in gi Brazilian jiu-jitsu under Jean Jacques Machado.

Rogan's mother is Susan Lembo. His father, Joseph Rogan, was a police officer in Newark and also an amateur boxer. However, his parents divorced when he was young,Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-joe-rogan-once-made-an-outrageous-confession-about-his-parents-when-their-mother-is-experiencing-violence-from-the-father/" target="_self" rel="noopener">and his father left the family</a>.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Joe Rogan's wife and kids</b></h2>
Joe Rogan's wifeÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-what-does-joe-rogans-wife-jessica-ditzel-do-for-a-living-is-she-the-producer-of-the-simpsons-jessica-schimmel/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Jessica Ditzel is a multi-talented individual</a>. In 2010, she worked as a model for M Model Management before transitioning to Rent-A-Car as an assistant manager. She has had positions as an account executive for California-based Robert Half Technology and a product analyst for Volvo Motorsports.
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Joe Rogan and Ditzel met in 2001 at a bar in Los Angeles where Ditzel was working as a cocktail waitress. Rogan became a regular customer, frequently visiting the bar until they started seeing each other shortly after. The couple dated for eight years before getting married in 2009.

The couple has three daughters, Kayja Rose Connor, Lola Rogan, and Rosy Rogan.Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-is-joe-rogans-wife-jessica-ditzels-firstborn-the-daughter-of-famous-singer-dino/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Joe Rogan is also the step-father to Ditzel's firstborn daughter</a>, Kayja Rose Connor, whom he legally adopted in 2009 from her former relationship with the late singer Keven 'Dino' Conner.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Joe Rogan net worth 2024</b></h2>
Over the years, Joe Rogan has tried his hand in various fields, which has led him to become a fan-favorite UFC commentator. He secured a multi-million deal with Spotify for his podcast, and as of January 2024, he holds a net worth of about $200 million.

Rogan's podcast, The Joe Rogan Experience has become one of the most popular podcasts in the world, with millions of listeners and subscribers.

His connection with the UFC dates back to 1997 when he did his first 12 events for free. But over 25 years later, he continues to commentate for the promotion and is paid well for it. It is estimated that he earns around $50,000 per event.
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His comedy career also bloomed over the years. Prior to the pandemic, Joe Rogan performed at approximately 4 venues per month, with an average theater capacity of 15,000 seats and an average ticket price of $60. With an estimated capacity of 80%, the calculation would show 4 venues x 15,000 seats x $60/ticket x 80% capacity x 50% cut x 12 months = $17.3 million per year. Additionally, he has released 6 comedy specials, some of which can be found on Netflix, and is estimated to have earned approximately $5 million for his Netflix special.

Joe Rogan is a co-owner of the health and wellness company 'Onnit', which provides supplements, food, and unique fitness equipment. In 2017, Onnit generated around $28 million in annual revenue, and today it is estimated to be close to $50 million per year.

Rogan receives income from multiple sources through his podcast, 'The Joe Rogan Experience'. He is paid by Spotify, podcast sponsors, and YouTube. The podcast is estimated to have around 200 million downloads per month, which calculates to 200 million downloads per year / 1000 CPM x $20 x 12 months = $48 million per year from podcast sponsors. He is estimated to have 130 million views on YouTube, and with YouTube's CPM, 130 million views per month / 1000 RPM x $4 = $520,000 per month from YouTube Adsense.

Hence, the UFC commentator has an estimated yearly revenue of $110,520,000 from various sources such as UFC commentating ($2 million), comedy shows ($23 million), Onnit ($2 million), Spotify ($30 million), podcast sponsors ($48 million), and YouTube Adsense ($6.2 million).

And with the renewal of his podcast deal with Spotify for a whopping $250 million, it looks like the numbers are going to change for good. He further no longer has the exclusivity clause, which gives him access to other platforms such as YouTube, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts, meaning he would be generating more revenue from them.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Joe Rogan's professional career and highlights</b></h2>
Joe Rogan has had a multifaceted career in entertainment, starting with his acting career in the 1990s. He played Frank Valente in 'Hardball' in 1994 and later Joe Garrelli in 'NewsRadio' from 1995 to 1999. He also had guest appearances on several TV shows such as 'Good Morning Miami', 'Just Shoot Me' and 'Silicon Valley'.

Besides acting, Rogan began his stand-up career in 1988 at the Boston-area Stitches comic club and went on to make a name for himself in the comedy world. He appeared on TV shows such as 'Fear Factor', 'The Man Show', 'MADtv', and 'Game Show in My Head'- an American reality talent show.

Rogan's commentary career in the UFC began in 1997 and he has since become a well-known interviewer and color commentator for the sport. He hosted 'Fear Factor' in 2001, and 'Late Friday' from 2001 to 2002. In 2009, he launched his podcast, 'The Joe Rogan Experience', which has become one of the most popular podcasts.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>What businesses does Joe Rogan own?</b></h2>
Joe Rogan is best known for his work as a commentator for the UFC, his podcast 'The Joe Rogan Experience,' and his stand-up comedy career. Despite being primarily known for his entertainment work, he also has several business ventures.

One of his most significant business ventures is his partnership with the health and wellness company 'Onnit'. He is an advocate for their products and often mentions them on his podcast.

Apart from this, in collaboration with Higher Primate, who are also sponsors to his famous podcast, Rogan sells exclusive merch that surely doesn't hurt his increasing bank.

Rogan also created 'Mothership,' a safe space for comics around the world. This comedy club is nestled in Austin, Texas and it endorses free speech and anti-cancel culture. Rogan made it abundantly clear, as he jokingly stated, <em>"You can't fire me from my own club!"</em>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Joe Rogan's assets and car collection</b></h2>
The podcaster is known for his extravagant spending habits. He owns a luxurious $14.4 million house in Texas, which boasts a spacious and modern design. Besides that, he also owns a multi-million dollar 14,000-square-foot studio in a warehouse, where he shoots his podcasts.

Joe Rogan also has an extensive collection of high-performance vehicles, including some of the most sought-after models on the market. He is known to have a passion for muscle cars, and his collection is said to include a range of popular and exotic brands. Some of the notable cars in his collection are:
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 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">1971 Ford Bronco ICON 4x4 restomod</li>
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 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">1995 TLC4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser FZJ80 restomod</li>
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 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">2008 SharkWerks Porsche 997 GT3 RS</li>
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 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">1993 Porsche 964 RS America</li>
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 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">1965 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray restomod</li>
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 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">1969 Chevrolet Nova</li>
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 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">2005 BMW E46 M3</li>
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 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">1970 Plymouth "Sick Fish" Barracuda</li>
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Beyond his car collection, Rogan also has a love for watches, particularly G-Shock watches, and has an impressive collection of high-end timepieces. Other expensive items that Joe Rogan is known to own include a collection of artwork, luxury furniture, and expensive electronics.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Joe Rogan's awards and honors</b></h2>
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<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b></b><b>All you need to know about Joe Rogan and his Spotify deal</b></h2>
<a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-so-much-more-aware-of-things-accumulating-200-million-spotify-empire-has-helped-ufcs-joe-rogan-with-more-than-just-net-worth/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Joe Rogan and Spotify have signed a multi-year</a> deal that calls for him to host his podcast exclusively on Spotify. 'The Wall Street Journal' initially reported that the deal was estimated to be worth $100 million. However, later, 'The New York Times' doubled the figure and reported that the deal was actually worth $200 million.
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In 2020,Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-so-much-more-aware-of-things-accumulating-200-million-spotify-empire-has-helped-ufcs-joe-rogan-with-more-than-just-net-worth/" target="_self" rel="noopener">he signed a $200 million deal with Spotify</a> to exclusively host the podcast on their platform. The deal was renewed as of February 2024, for 4 years, for a whopping $250 million, and with access to other platforms as well.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>How much does Joe Rogan pay his guests for podcasts?</b></h2>
The guests who appear on 'The Joe Rogan Experience' (JRE) podcast with Joe Rogan do not receive any monetary compensation for their appearance. Despite this, many high-profile individuals are willing to appear on the show for free due to the massive reach and popularity of the podcast, as it provides them with exposure to a large and diverse audience.

While guests do not receive a direct payment for appearing on JRE, Joe Rogan sometimes provides accommodations for his podcast guests, including flights and hotel stays. This allows guests to participate in the show without incurring any personal expenses.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">How to contact Joe Rogan?</h2>
<a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.facebook.com/JOEROGAN" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Facebook</a>,Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.instagram.com/joerogan/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a>,Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://twitter.com/joerogan" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Twitter</a>,Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.joerogan.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Website</a>,Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.youtube.com/@joerogan" target="_blank" rel="noopener">YouTube</a>
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<td>Joe Rogan</td>
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<td>Joseph James Rogan</td>
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<td>Born</td>
<td>August 11, 1967</td>
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<td>Age</td>
<td>56</td>
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<td>Birth Place</td>
<td>Newark, New Jersey, U.S.</td>
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<td>Height</td>
<td>5" 8'</td>
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<td>Religion</td>
<td>Catholic</td>
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<td>Nationality</td>
<td>American</td>
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<td>Zodiac Sign</td>
<td>Leo</td>
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<td>Profession</td>
<td>Podcast host, color commentator for the UFC, stand-up comedian</td>
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<td>Marital Status</td>
<td>Married</td>
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<td>Wife's Name</td>
<td>Jessica Ditzel</td>
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<td>Children</td>
<td>Kayja Rose Connor, Lola Rogan, and Rosy Rogan</td>
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<td>Net Worth</td>
<td>$200 Million</td>
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<td>Sources of Income</td>
<td>UFC Commentating, Podcast, Stand-up Comedy, Onnit</td>
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<td>Bridget Rogan Carselda (Half-sister)</td>
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Joe Rogan

Joe Rogan: Net Worth 2024, JRE Podcast, Wife, and Spotify Deal Who is Joe Rogan? We know Joe Rogan as a man with many talents &#8211; &#8220;stand up comic, mixed martial arts fanatic, psychedelic adventurer, host of the joe rogan experience podcast.&#8221;Â The 56-year-old initially rose to fame as a stand-up comedian, with a comedy career spanning over two decades.Â  A staple for American television, Rogan has done it all, from hosting popular TV shows to becoming the voice of UFC, and now hosts a million-dollar podcast. His passion for MMA sprung from practicing the sport since he was 13 years old, and by age 19, he secured the US Open Tae Kwon Do Championship. Now he retains significant power in the sport&#8217;s biggest promotion and has been an integral part of UFC fights, be it in the arena or through The JRE: Fight Companion, outside. So here&#8217;s a detailed peek at the color commentator&#8217;s life and achievements. Joe Rogan&#8217;s early life Joe Rogan was born and brought up in Newark, New Jersey. He was raised in a family with Irish and Italian roots and went to Newton South High School in Massachusetts. He did not pursue higher education and dropped out of the University of Massachusetts, Boston. The MMA analyst got his start in martial arts as a way to gain self-confidence and learn how to defend himself. Joe Rogan began karate at the age of 14, then taekwondo a year later. He won the lightweight division of the US Open Taekwondo Championship when he was 19 years old, and he later won the full-contact state title in Massachusetts and went on to attain the Grand championship, beating both the middle and heavyweight title holders. Over the years, Joe Rogan has learned several martial arts, including Taekwondo, Boxing, Kickboxing, Wrestling, and Jiu-Jitsu, and practices yoga and lifts weights to complement his training. He is a black belt under Eddie Bravo&#8217;s 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu, a style of no-gi Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and a black belt in gi Brazilian jiu-jitsu under Jean Jacques Machado. Rogan&#8217;s mother is Susan Lembo. His father, Joseph Rogan, was a police officer in Newark and also an amateur boxer. However, his parents divorced when he was young,Â and his father left the family. Joe Rogan&#8217;s wife and kids Joe Rogan&#8217;s wifeÂ Jessica Ditzel is a multi-talented individual. In 2010, she worked as a model for M Model Management before transitioning to Rent-A-Car as an assistant manager. She has had positions as an account executive for California-based Robert Half Technology and a product analyst for Volvo Motorsports.  Joe Rogan and Ditzel met in 2001 at a bar in Los Angeles where Ditzel was working as a cocktail waitress. Rogan became a regular customer, frequently visiting the bar until they started seeing each other shortly after. The couple dated for eight years before getting married in 2009. The couple has three daughters, Kayja Rose Connor, Lola Rogan, and Rosy Rogan.Â Joe Rogan is also the step-father to Ditzel&#8217;s firstborn daughter, Kayja Rose Connor, whom he legally adopted in 2009 from her former relationship with the late singer Keven &#8216;Dino&#8217; Conner. Joe Rogan net worth 2024 Over the years, Joe Rogan has tried his hand in various fields, which has led him to become a fan-favorite UFC commentator. He secured a multi-million deal with Spotify for his podcast, and as of January 2024, he holds a net worth of about $200 million. Rogan&#8217;s podcast, The Joe Rogan Experience has become one of the most popular podcasts in the world, with millions of listeners and subscribers. His connection with the UFC dates back to 1997 when he did his first 12 events for free. But over 25 years later, he continues to commentate for the promotion and is paid well for it. It is estimated that he earns around $50,000 per event.  via Getty His comedy career also bloomed over the years. Prior to the pandemic, Joe Rogan performed at approximately 4 venues per month, with an average theater capacity of 15,000 seats and an average ticket price of $60. With an estimated capacity of 80%, the calculation would show 4 venues x 15,000 seats x $60/ticket x 80% capacity x 50% cut x 12 months = $17.3 million per year. Additionally, he has released 6 comedy specials, some of which can be found on Netflix, and is estimated to have earned approximately $5 million for his Netflix special. Joe Rogan is a co-owner of the health and wellness company &#8216;Onnit&#8217;, which provides supplements, food, and unique fitness equipment. In 2017, Onnit generated around $28 million in annual revenue, and today it is estimated to be close to $50 million per year. Rogan receives income from multiple sources through his podcast, &#8216;The Joe Rogan Experience&#8217;. He is paid by Spotify, podcast sponsors, and YouTube. The podcast is estimated to have around 200 million downloads per month, which calculates to 200 million downloads per year / 1000 CPM x $20 x 12 months = $48 million per year from podcast sponsors. He is estimated to have 130 million views on YouTube, and with YouTube&#8217;s CPM, 130 million views per month / 1000 RPM x $4 = $520,000 per month from YouTube Adsense. Hence, the UFC commentator has an estimated yearly revenue of $110,520,000 from various sources such as UFC commentating ($2 million), comedy shows ($23 million), Onnit ($2 million), Spotify ($30 million), podcast sponsors ($48 million), and YouTube Adsense ($6.2 million). And with the renewal of his podcast deal with Spotify for a whopping $250 million, it looks like the numbers are going to change for good. He further no longer has the exclusivity clause, which gives him access to other platforms such as YouTube, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts, meaning he would be generating more revenue from them. Joe Rogan&#8217;s professional career and highlights Joe Rogan has had a multifaceted career in entertainment, starting with his acting career in the 1990s. He played Frank Valente in &#8216;Hardball&#8217; in 1994 and later Joe Garrelli in &#8216;NewsRadio&#8217; from 1995 to 1999. He also had guest appearances on several TV shows such as &#8216;Good Morning Miami&#8217;, &#8216;Just Shoot Me&#8217; and &#8216;Silicon Valley&#8217;. Besides acting, Rogan began his stand-up career in 1988 at the Boston-area Stitches comic club and went on to make a name for himself in the comedy world. He appeared on TV shows such as &#8216;Fear Factor&#8217;, &#8216;The Man Show&#8217;, &#8216;MADtv&#8217;, and &#8216;Game Show in My Head&#8217;- an American reality talent show. Rogan&#8217;s commentary career in the UFC began in 1997 and he has since become a well-known interviewer and color commentator for the sport. He hosted &#8216;Fear Factor&#8217; in 2001, and &#8216;Late Friday&#8217; from 2001 to 2002. In 2009, he launched his podcast, &#8216;The Joe Rogan Experience&#8217;, which has become one of the most popular podcasts. What businesses does Joe Rogan own? Joe Rogan is best known for his work as a commentator for the UFC, his podcast &#8216;The Joe Rogan Experience,&#8217; and his stand-up comedy career. Despite being primarily known for his entertainment work, he also has several business ventures. One of his most significant business ventures is his partnership with the health and wellness company &#8216;Onnit&#8217;. He is an advocate for their products and often mentions them on his podcast. Apart from this, in collaboration with Higher Primate, who are also sponsors to his famous podcast, Rogan sells exclusive merch that surely doesn&#8217;t hurt his increasing bank. Rogan also created &#8216;Mothership,&#8217; a safe space for comics around the world. This comedy club is nestled in Austin, Texas and it endorses free speech and anti-cancel culture. Rogan made it abundantly clear, as he jokingly stated, &#8220;You can&#8217;t fire me from my own club!&#8221; Joe Rogan&#8217;s assets and car collection The podcaster is known for his extravagant spending habits. He owns a luxurious $14.4 million house in Texas, which boasts a spacious and modern design. Besides that, he also owns a multi-million dollar 14,000-square-foot studio in a warehouse, where he shoots his podcasts. Joe Rogan also has an extensive collection of high-performance vehicles, including some of the most sought-after models on the market. He is known to have a passion for muscle cars, and his collection is said to include a range of popular and exotic brands. Some of the notable cars in his collection are: Tesla Model S P100D  1971 Ford Bronco ICON 4&#215;4 restomod  1995 TLC4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser FZJ80 restomod  2008 SharkWerks Porsche 997 GT3 RS  1993 Porsche 964 RS America  1965 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray restomod  1969 Chevrolet Nova  2005 BMW E46 M3  1970 Plymouth &#8220;Sick Fish&#8221; Barracuda Beyond his car collection, Rogan also has a love for watches, particularly G-Shock watches, and has an impressive collection of high-end timepieces. Other expensive items that Joe Rogan is known to own include a collection of artwork, luxury furniture, and expensive electronics. Joe Rogan&#8217;s awards and honors Teen Choice Award  World MMA Awards  2011 MMA Personality of the Year  2012 MMA Personality of the Year  2014 MMA Personality of the Year  2015 MMA Personality of the Year  2016 MMA Personality of the Year  2017 MMA Personality of the Year  2019 July 2020 MMA Personality of the Year) All you need to know about Joe Rogan and his Spotify deal Joe Rogan and Spotify have signed a multi-year deal that calls for him to host his podcast exclusively on Spotify. &#8216;The Wall Street Journal&#8217; initially reported that the deal was estimated to be worth $100 million. However, later, &#8216;The New York Times&#8217; doubled the figure and reported that the deal was actually worth $200 million.  via Getty In 2020,Â he signed a $200 million deal with Spotify to exclusively host the podcast on their platform. The deal was renewed as of February 2024, for 4 years, for a whopping $250 million, and with access to other platforms as well. How much does Joe Rogan pay his guests for podcasts? The guests who appear on &#8216;The Joe Rogan Experience&#8217; (JRE) podcast with Joe Rogan do not receive any monetary compensation for their appearance. Despite this, many high-profile individuals are willing to appear on the show for free due to the massive reach and popularity of the podcast, as it provides them with exposure to a large and diverse audience. While guests do not receive a direct payment for appearing on JRE, Joe Rogan sometimes provides accommodations for his podcast guests, including flights and hotel stays. This allows guests to participate in the show without incurring any personal expenses. How to contact Joe Rogan? Facebook,Â Instagram,Â Twitter,Â Website,Â YouTube  Name Joe Rogan  Full Name Joseph James Rogan  Born August 11, 1967  Age 56  Birth Place Newark, New Jersey, U.S.  Height 5&#8243; 8&#8242;  Religion Catholic  Nationality American  Zodiac Sign Leo  Profession Podcast host, color commentator for the UFC, stand-up comedian  Marital Status Married  Wife&#8217;s Name Jessica Ditzel  Children Kayja Rose Connor, Lola Rogan, and Rosy Rogan  Net Worth $200 Million  Sources of Income UFC Commentating, Podcast, Stand-up Comedy, Onnit   Siblings Bridget Rogan Carselda (Half-sister)

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<p class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Jose Aldo: Net Worth 2024, Record, Salary, and Career Stats</b></p>

<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Who is Jose Aldo?</strong></h2>
A Bantamweight prodigy in the UFC, Jose Aldo is a Brazillian MMA star. Often regarded as one of the greatest martial artists of all time, also left his mark on the sport, after defending his UFC Featherweight title seven times. Here's a look at Junior's life and fight stats!
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Â Jose Aldoâ€™s early life</strong></h2>
Born on the 9th of September 1986 in Manaus, Brazil, to JosÃ© Aldo da Silva Oliveira Sr. and Rocilene Socorro Souza, Aldo Jr. rose from the favelas of Brazil to superstardom. His initial interest in Football revealed him as an aggressive sportsman, which finally led him to realize the need to join a Capoeira, a Brazilian martial art gym. It is BJJ that caught his attention and later initiated him to the trajectory he walked from thereon!
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Jose Aldoâ€™s Partner and Children</strong></h2>
Jose Aldo has been married to Vivianne Perreira since 2006. The couple are proud parents to a daughter and a son. While their daughter Joanna was born in 2012, their son, whose name has not been revealed to the public was born in 2022.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Jose Aldoâ€™s net worth 2024</strong></h2>
As of May 2024, Jose Aldo's net worth is $10 million. His biggest payout has been at UFC 194 against Conor McGregor at a staggering $2,540,000.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Jose Aldoâ€™s career timeline</strong></h2>
'Junior' made his UFC debut in the year 2011, when he was up against Mark Hominick at UFC 129. He started his career with a win via unanimous decision and won the Fight of the Night award. Furthermore, as he was the WEC featherweight champion, he was awarded the UFC version of the belt too. He defended his belt seven times and earned wins over the likes of Chad Mendes, Frankie Edgar, Kenny Florian, and Chan Sung Jung.
<figure class="jsx-b9c5e7fc3c08d611">
<div class="jsx-1994394958 es-image-loader-aspect-ratio"><img id="img-tag-node--img-loader-0" class="jsx-1994394958" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/UFC_251_Weigh-in_18.jpg" /></div>
<figcaption>via Imago</figcaption></figure>
He lost his UFC featherweight championship belt toÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/conor-mcgregor/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Conor McGregor</a>?via knockout at UFC 194. His last fight saw him beatÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/Marlon-Vera/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Marlon Vera</a> via a unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night: Thompson vs Neal. Thereafter, Aldo stepped inside the octagon against <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/pedro-munhoz/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Pedro Munhoz</a>Â atÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/ufc-265-lewis-vs-gane/" target="_self" rel="noopener">UFC 265</a>, and Rob Font at UFC Fight Night, and won both via unanimous decision.

Consequently came the end of his 3-win streak against Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 278. And this marked his entry into retirement. But now, Aldo is ready to come back against Jonathan Martinez for UFC 301.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Jose Aldoâ€™s contracts</strong></h2>
Jose Aldo was released from his contract in 2022 and has been a free agent since, or so it seemed. Now, ending his 18-month retirement, he is back for his last fight in the contract and decided to not resign ahead of UFC 301.

[caption id="attachment_724285" align="aligncenter" width="471"]<img class="size-medium wp-image-724285" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-501633336-471x315.jpg" alt="Jose Aldo" width="471" height="315" /> LAS VEGAS, NV - AUGUST 26: UFC featherweight champion Jose Aldo watches the semi-final fights during the filming of The Ultimate Fighter: Team McGregor vs Team Faber at the UFC TUF Gym on August 26, 2015 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)[/caption]

In his own words through an interpreter, <em>"Yes, this is the last fight on my contract. When I started talking to Sean and Dana in January, we talked about signing a new deal. But I decided against it because I want to go in there and I need to show them, myself and everyone where I'm at, what I can still do and how I can still perform."Â </em>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><strong>Jose Aldoâ€™s career stats and records</strong></h2>
Aldo is one of the most dangerous fighters inside the octagon. The fighter prefers to stay on his feet and has strong punches. He has claimed 17 wins via TKO. As of now, Aldo holds a record of 31-8-0.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><strong>Jose Aldoâ€™s major achievements and awards</strong></h2>
<h3><b>Ultimate Fighting Championship</b></h3>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Hall of Famer</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Most successful title defenses in UFC featherweight history (7)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Most consecutive title defenses in UFC featherweight history (7)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Most title fights in UFC Featherweight history (11)</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>World Extreme Cagefighting</strong></h3>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Youngest champion in WEC historyÂ </span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Most consecutive wins in WEC history</span></li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Jose Aldoâ€™s titles</strong></h2>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">UFC Featherweight Championship (Two times, inaugural)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Seven successful title defenses (first reign)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">WEC Featherweight Champion (One time; final)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Two successful title defenses</span></li>
</ul>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">How to contact Jose Aldo?</h2>
<p style="text-align: center"><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.instagram.com/josealdojunioroficial/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a>, <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://twitter.com/josealdojunior?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Twitter</a>, <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.facebook.com/josealdojunioroficial" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Facebook</a></p>

<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Nickname</td>
<td>Junior</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Age</td>
<td>37</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Born</td>
<td>09-09-1986</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nationality</td>
<td>Brazilian</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Home Town</td>
<td>Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Height</td>
<td>5'7"</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Reach</td>
<td>70"</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LegÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.ufc.com/athlete/jose-aldo" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Reach</a></td>
<td>40"</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Trains At</td>
<td>Nova Uniao</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Weight/Division</td>
<td>135 lbs / Bantamweight</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MMA Record</td>
<td>Â 31-8-0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Active Win Streak</td>
<td>1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Net Worth</td>
<td>$10 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Endorsements</td>
<td>Reebok</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Marital Status/Wife Name</td>
<td>Married/<a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://mmaimports.com/2017/12/rare-photo-jose-aldos-wife-emerges-online-first-time/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Vivianne Oliveira</a></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Jose Aldo

Jose Aldo: Net Worth 2024, Record, Salary, and Career Stats Who is Jose Aldo? A Bantamweight prodigy in the UFC, Jose Aldo is a Brazillian MMA star. Often regarded as one of the greatest martial artists of all time, also left his mark on the sport, after defending his UFC Featherweight title seven times. Here&#8217;s a look at Junior&#8217;s life and fight stats! Â Jose Aldoâ€™s early life Born on the 9th of September 1986 in Manaus, Brazil, to JosÃ© Aldo da Silva Oliveira Sr. and Rocilene Socorro Souza, Aldo Jr. rose from the favelas of Brazil to superstardom. His initial interest in Football revealed him as an aggressive sportsman, which finally led him to realize the need to join a Capoeira, a Brazilian martial art gym. It is BJJ that caught his attention and later initiated him to the trajectory he walked from thereon! Jose Aldoâ€™s Partner and Children Jose Aldo has been married to Vivianne Perreira since 2006. The couple are proud parents to a daughter and a son. While their daughter Joanna was born in 2012, their son, whose name has not been revealed to the public was born in 2022. Jose Aldoâ€™s net worth 2024 As of May 2024, Jose Aldo&#8217;s net worth is $10 million. His biggest payout has been at UFC 194 against Conor McGregor at a staggering $2,540,000. Jose Aldoâ€™s career timeline &#8216;Junior&#8217; made his UFC debut in the year 2011, when he was up against Mark Hominick at UFC 129. He started his career with a win via unanimous decision and won the Fight of the Night award. Furthermore, as he was the WEC featherweight champion, he was awarded the UFC version of the belt too. He defended his belt seven times and earned wins over the likes of Chad Mendes, Frankie Edgar, Kenny Florian, and Chan Sung Jung. via Imago He lost his UFC featherweight championship belt toÂ Conor McGregor?via knockout at UFC 194. His last fight saw him beatÂ Marlon Vera via a unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night: Thompson vs Neal. Thereafter, Aldo stepped inside the octagon against Pedro MunhozÂ atÂ UFC 265, and Rob Font at UFC Fight Night, and won both via unanimous decision. Consequently came the end of his 3-win streak against Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 278. And this marked his entry into retirement. But now, Aldo is ready to come back against Jonathan Martinez for UFC 301. Jose Aldoâ€™s contracts Jose Aldo was released from his contract in 2022 and has been a free agent since, or so it seemed. Now, ending his 18-month retirement, he is back for his last fight in the contract and decided to not resign ahead of UFC 301. LAS VEGAS, NV &#8211; AUGUST 26: UFC featherweight champion Jose Aldo watches the semi-final fights during the filming of The Ultimate Fighter: Team McGregor vs Team Faber at the UFC TUF Gym on August 26, 2015 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images) In his own words through an interpreter, &#8220;Yes, this is the last fight on my contract. When I started talking to Sean and Dana in January, we talked about signing a new deal. But I decided against it because I want to go in there and I need to show them, myself and everyone where I&#8217;m at, what I can still do and how I can still perform.&#8221;Â  Jose Aldoâ€™s career stats and records Aldo is one of the most dangerous fighters inside the octagon. The fighter prefers to stay on his feet and has strong punches. He has claimed 17 wins via TKO. As of now, Aldo holds a record of 31-8-0. Jose Aldoâ€™s major achievements and awards Ultimate Fighting Championship Hall of Famer Most successful title defenses in UFC featherweight history (7) Most consecutive title defenses in UFC featherweight history (7) Most title fights in UFC Featherweight history (11) World Extreme Cagefighting Youngest champion in WEC historyÂ  Most consecutive wins in WEC history Jose Aldoâ€™s titles UFC Featherweight Championship (Two times, inaugural) Seven successful title defenses (first reign) WEC Featherweight Champion (One time; final) Two successful title defenses How to contact Jose Aldo? Instagram, Twitter, Facebook  Nickname Junior  Age 37  Born 09-09-1986  Nationality Brazilian  Home Town Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil  Height 5&#8217;7&#8243;  Reach 70&#8243;  LegÂ Reach 40&#8243;  Trains At Nova Uniao  Weight/Division 135 lbs / Bantamweight  MMA Record Â 31-8-0  Active Win Streak 1  Net Worth $10 million  Endorsements Reebok  Marital Status/Wife Name Married/Vivianne Oliveira

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