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<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gordon Ryan: Net Worth 2023, Record and More</b></h2>
Gordon Ryan has created a lot of noise in the world of BJJ and combat sports. The jiu-jitsu black belt from New Jersey is a submission specialist and won the ADCC World Champion several times.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>What is Gordon Ryan's Net Worth in 2023?</b></h2>
According to bjjmore.com, the 27-year-old's net worth is roughly estimated to be around $50 million. The American athlete, who has brilliant business acumen, has diversified sources of income. It includes money collected from tournaments, matches, sponsors, and teaching seminars. But his biggest income source is his instructional.

Ryan, who has a penchant for publically disclosing his assets, once revealed he amassed a sum of $200,000 from his BJJ competitions in 2021.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gordon Ryan: Early Life</b></h2>
Gordon Ryan was born on July 8, 1995, in Monroe, New Jersey to a working-class family. Despite his trash-talking skills, he is relatively private about his personal life. He learned to fight at 15 under the tutelage of Miguel Benitez and later on undertook training under John Danaher, Tom DeBlass, and Garry Tonon.

'The King' gained popularity when he won the BJJF World Championship at the brown belt level.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gordon Ryan: Career</b></h2>
He was awarded his black belt in 2016, and he then won the Eddie Bravo Invitational tournament in the same year. The following year, he won the -88 kg weight category gold at the ADCC World Championship. He also took 2nd place in the absolute division. He then went on to win the ADCC World Championship four more times, with incredible runs in 2019 and 2022.

<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1396089" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/gordon-ryan-4.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="563" />

2018 turned out to be a splendid year for the grappler as he won golds at World No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu Championship and also Pan No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu Championship. In 2021, ONE Championship confirmed Ryan had signed a contract with the promotion. However, his long-term Gastroparesis condition worsened up, and he took a brief retirement from competitive grappling. Further, he is no longer under a contract with ONE Championship.

In September 2022, Gordon competed at ADCC both in the +99kg division and in the super fight and collected victories in both categories. Markedly, he penned a seven-figure multi-fight contract with FloSports in January 2023.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gordon Ryan's </b><b>Submission-Grappling Record</b></h2>
Gordon Ryan has an impressive record of 153-9-3.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gordon Ryan: Family</b></h2>
Ryan grew up along with his younger brother, Nicky, who also followed in his brother's footsteps and made a name for himself in BJJ.

READ MORE: <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-grappling-news-during-the-initial-split-we-definitely-hated-each-other-brother-nicky-ryan-opens-up-on-ugly-split-with-bjj-g-o-a-t-gordon-ryan/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">“During the Initial Split, We Definitely Hated Each Other”: Brother Nicky Ryan Opens Up on Ugly Split With BJJ G.O.A.T. Gordon Ryan</a>

However, the details of his parents are scarce. But unfortunately, Ryan’s father passed away in December 2020.

<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1604827" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/Untitled-design-2023-03-17T124001.323.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1080" />

Ryan found love in Nathalia Santoro and the couple are together since 2016. Furthermore, she is also one of his training partners and is currently a BJJ brown belt holder.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gordon Ryan's Stomach Condition </b></h2>
Ryan always faced troubles that stemmed from his stomach and crippled his career. In April 2019, he was diagnosed with Helicobacter pylori. He also suffers from Gastroparesis.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b></b><b>Gordon Ryan: Controversies</b></h2>
Ryan had been involved in <span style="font-weight: 400">numerous public spats with other competitive grapplers. Once he tried to shake hands with Andre Galvao, who, in return, swore at him and gave him a middle finger.</span>

READ MORE: <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-building-an-entire-career-around-lies-after-reports-of-him-getting-a-wwe-contract-gordon-ryan-rips-fraud-nicky-rodriguez/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">“Building an Entire Career Around Lies” – After Reports of Him Getting a WWE Contract, Gordon Ryan Rips “Fraud” Nicky Rod</a>

Likewise, he once made what could be perceived as <span style="font-weight: 400">sexual comments toward the young daughter of Erbeth Santos. Also, he has generated controversy due to his remarks on his social media handles.</span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gordon Ryan: Championship and Accomplishments</b></h2>
ADCC World Championship
<ol>
 	<li>Gold medal – first place 2022 Las Vegas Superfight</li>
 	<li>Gold medal – first place 2022 Las Vegas +99 kg</li>
 	<li>Gold medal – first place 2019 Anaheim Absolute</li>
 	<li>Gold medal – first place 2019 Anaheim -99 kg</li>
 	<li>Gold medal – first place 2017 Espoo -88 kg</li>
 	<li>Silver medal – second place 2017 Espoo Absolute</li>
</ol>
World No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu Championship
<ul>
 	<li>Gold medal – first place 2018 California +97.5 kg (Black)</li>
 	<li>Gold medal – first place 2018 California Absolute (Black)</li>
 	<li>Gold medal – first place 2015 California -73.5 kg (Brown)</li>
</ul>
Pan No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu Championship
<ul>
 	<li>Gold medal – first place 2018 New York +97.5 kg (Black)</li>
 	<li>Gold medal – first place 2018 New York Absolute (Black)</li>
 	<li>Bronze medal – third place 2014 New York -91.5 kg (Purple)</li>
</ul>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><b>Full Name</b></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Gordon Ryan</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Net worth</b></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">$50 million</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Birth date</b></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">July 8, 1995</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Birth Place</b><span style="font-weight: 400"> </span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Monroe Township, New Jersey, United States</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Siblings</b></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Nicky Ryan</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Salary</b></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400"> $200,000</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Wife</b></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Nathalia Santoro (girlfriend)</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Children</b></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">None</span></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">How to Contact Gordon Ryan?</h2>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/gordonlovesjiujitsu/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/kingryanbjj?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/gordonlovesjiujitsu" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Facebook</a>

Gordon Ryan

Gordon Ryan: Net Worth 2023, Record and More Gordon Ryan has created a lot of noise in the world of BJJ and combat sports. The jiu-jitsu black belt from New Jersey is a submission specialist and won the ADCC World Champion several times. What is Gordon Ryan&#8217;s Net Worth in 2023? According to bjjmore.com, the 27-year-old&#8217;s net worth is roughly estimated to be around $50 million. The American athlete, who has brilliant business acumen, has diversified sources of income. It includes money collected from tournaments, matches, sponsors, and teaching seminars. But his biggest income source is his instructional. Ryan, who has a penchant for publically disclosing his assets, once revealed he amassed a sum of $200,000 from his BJJ competitions in 2021. Gordon Ryan: Early Life Gordon Ryan was born on July 8, 1995, in Monroe, New Jersey to a working-class family. Despite his trash-talking skills, he is relatively private about his personal life. He learned to fight at 15 under the tutelage of Miguel Benitez and later on undertook training under John Danaher, Tom DeBlass, and Garry Tonon. &#8216;The King&#8217; gained popularity when he won the BJJF World Championship at the brown belt level. Gordon Ryan: Career He was awarded his black belt in 2016, and he then won the Eddie Bravo Invitational tournament in the same year. The following year, he won the -88 kg weight category gold at the ADCC World Championship. He also took 2nd place in the absolute division. He then went on to win the ADCC World Championship four more times, with incredible runs in 2019 and 2022. 2018 turned out to be a splendid year for the grappler as he won golds at World No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu Championship and also Pan No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu Championship. In 2021, ONE Championship confirmed Ryan had signed a contract with the promotion. However, his long-term Gastroparesis condition worsened up, and he took a brief retirement from competitive grappling. Further, he is no longer under a contract with ONE Championship. In September 2022, Gordon competed at ADCC both in the +99kg division and in the super fight and collected victories in both categories. Markedly, he penned a seven-figure multi-fight contract with FloSports in January 2023. Gordon Ryan&#8217;s Submission-Grappling Record Gordon Ryan has an impressive record of 153-9-3. Gordon Ryan: Family Ryan grew up along with his younger brother, Nicky, who also followed in his brother&#8217;s footsteps and made a name for himself in BJJ. READ MORE: “During the Initial Split, We Definitely Hated Each Other”: Brother Nicky Ryan Opens Up on Ugly Split With BJJ G.O.A.T. Gordon Ryan However, the details of his parents are scarce. But unfortunately, Ryan’s father passed away in December 2020. Ryan found love in Nathalia Santoro and the couple are together since 2016. Furthermore, she is also one of his training partners and is currently a BJJ brown belt holder. Gordon Ryan&#8217;s Stomach Condition  Ryan always faced troubles that stemmed from his stomach and crippled his career. In April 2019, he was diagnosed with Helicobacter pylori. He also suffers from Gastroparesis. Gordon Ryan: Controversies Ryan had been involved in numerous public spats with other competitive grapplers. Once he tried to shake hands with Andre Galvao, who, in return, swore at him and gave him a middle finger. READ MORE: “Building an Entire Career Around Lies” – After Reports of Him Getting a WWE Contract, Gordon Ryan Rips “Fraud” Nicky Rod Likewise, he once made what could be perceived as sexual comments toward the young daughter of Erbeth Santos. Also, he has generated controversy due to his remarks on his social media handles. Gordon Ryan: Championship and Accomplishments ADCC World Championship Gold medal – first place 2022 Las Vegas Superfight Gold medal – first place 2022 Las Vegas +99 kg Gold medal – first place 2019 Anaheim Absolute Gold medal – first place 2019 Anaheim -99 kg Gold medal – first place 2017 Espoo -88 kg Silver medal – second place 2017 Espoo Absolute World No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu Championship Gold medal – first place 2018 California +97.5 kg (Black) Gold medal – first place 2018 California Absolute (Black) Gold medal – first place 2015 California -73.5 kg (Brown) Pan No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu Championship Gold medal – first place 2018 New York +97.5 kg (Black) Gold medal – first place 2018 New York Absolute (Black) Bronze medal – third place 2014 New York -91.5 kg (Purple)   Full Name Gordon Ryan  Net worth $50 million  Birth date July 8, 1995  Birth Place  Monroe Township, New Jersey, United States  Siblings Nicky Ryan  Salary $200,000  Wife Nathalia Santoro (girlfriend)  Children None  How to Contact Gordon Ryan? Instagram, Twitter, Facebook

“That One Stung a Bit” – Nicky Rod Reveals Loss to Rival Gordon Ryan as “The Most Painful”

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