Max Holloway’s Ex-Wife Kaimana Pa’aluhi: Kids, Divorce, and All About UFC Star’s Past Relationship

Max Holloway is gearing up to possibly add another accolade to his already impressive list of MMA achievements. The former UFC featherweight champion will be taking on Justin Gaethje at UFC 300 for the ‘BMF’ title. The belt is awarded to fighters who embody the spirit of being the ‘Baddest Motherf**ker’ in the UFC with their action-packed performances and highlight-reel-worthy fighting style inside the cage.

As such, ‘Blessed’ is undoubtedly a prime candidate for the honor! The Hawaiian star is notable not just for his thrilling fights, but also for being a devoted family man. So, let’s take a look and explore all we know about his relationships, his kids, and other information about his life.

Max Holloway’s ex-wife Kaimana Pa’aluhi

Max Holloway separated from Kaimana Pa’aluhi in 2014 and divorced in 2017. Pa’aluhi had been a long-time girlfriend of Holloway’s before the couple decided to tie the knot in 2012. Pa’aluhi made a name for herself in her career as a model and an actress and started her journey in the world of modeling in her teenage years.

While there is no information available online about how the UFC star and his ex-wife began their relationship, they both apparently grew up in Hawaii, which may provide a hint as to how they met each other. According to reports, Pa’alhui signed with the ‘Wilhelmina Hawaii Modeling Agency’ at the young age of 16 and has also worked in several films too. 

Holloway and Pa’alhui also had a son together, who they named ‘Rush’ and despite their separation, information online suggests that the two have been involved in a cordial co-parenting relationship, emphasizing their focus on providing a supportive environment for their child.

Holloway’s current wife is a professional surfer 

The former UFC featherweight king and self-proclaimed, “best boxer in the UFC” is currently married to renowned surfer, Alessa Quizon. According to reports online, the couple began dating in February 2020 and in April 2022, Holloway revealed that they had exchanged their wedding vows, as he shared the heartfelt update on social media.

Also a Hawaii native, Quizon began surfing when she was just 4 years old as she was inspired by her sister who was also chasing the dream of becoming a professional surfer. In a past interview with Teen Vogue from 2014, Quizon had revealed, “My sister is 10 years older than me and she was going the professional route. I wanted to be just like her”

She won her first contest at age 10 and secured a sponsorship at age 12 and hasn’t looked back since. She holds the distinction of competing in various top-tier surfing contests around the world which include the Fijian Women’s Pro Surfing Championship and West Australian Margaret Pro Surfing Championship.

Quizon and Holloway also share a close relationship that they share with their fans on social media. In fact, in 2022, a video of Holloway attempting to prank his wife went viral due to the hilarious interaction between the pair.

‘Blessed’ tried to scare Quizon by wearing a mask and waiting for her around a corner, but to his and the viewer’s surprise, she did not react to the attempt. However, when Holloway removed the mask, his wife exclaimed her shock and surprise at finding him under the mask. And so, the UFC fighter hilariously shared the update on Instagram and captioned the video, “C’mon man #daddestmanontheplanet”

Despite Holloway’s failed attempt to scare Quizon, the playful moment underscored the lighthearted dynamic between the pair. As Holloway continues to make waves in the world of mixed martial arts and Quizon rides the waves in professional surfing, their relationship serves as a reminder of the beauty of love and partnership both in and out of the spotlight!

‘Blessed’ and Kaimana Pa’aluhi’s son Rush

Max Holloway is the father to a son from his previous marriage to Kaimana Pa’aluhi. His son ‘Rush’ was born in 2012. The young lad has been spotted with his father at several UFC events and even had a moment in the spotlight when he busted out some fancy moves during the UFC 240 open workouts!

Affectionately known as ‘mini-blessed’ in reference to his father’s nickname, the young man is a massive anime fan! The trio of Holloway, Rush, and Alessa Quizon have also shared the cosplay of their favorite characters from the series, ‘Tokyo Revengers’ on Instagram in the past. 

The 12-year-old is also into surfing and fans can even spot him making appearances on his father’s YouTube channel as well. The bond between the father and son was also evident during Holloway’s UFC 236 loss against Dustin Poirier as an emotional Rush broke down into tears ringside when his father came up short against ‘The Diamond’ in their clash.

Despite the challenges of a high-profile career, Holloway remains dedicated to his role as a father, as he can be often seen attending UFC events with his son and sharing their mutual interests in anime, surfing, and video games. Together with Quizon, they have created a harmonious blend of sportsmanship, love, and family values that have resonated with ‘Blessed’ fans worldwide!

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