Date of Birth: October 17, 1981
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Biography
Holly Holm, born Holly Rene Holm on October 17, 1981, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is a renowned American mixed martial artist and former professional boxer and kickboxer. Known by her nickname “The Preacher’s Daughter,” Holly Holm has made a remarkable impact in the world of combat sports. She is best known for her incredible upset victory against Ronda Rousey at UFC 193 in 2015, where she won the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Championship and ended Rousey’s undefeated streak. Holm started her career in boxing, where she achieved significant success, holding multiple world titles in three weight classes. She transitioned to mixed martial arts (MMA) in 2011 and quickly rose through the ranks. In addition to her UFC achievements, Holm has also competed in Bellator MMA and Legacy Fighting Championship. She is widely respected for her striking skills, particularly her head kicks, which have become a signature move in her fighting style.
5 Interesting Facts about Holly Holm
1. Holly Holm is the first fighter to hold world titles in both boxing and mixed martial arts.
2. She has a professional boxing record of 33 wins, 2 losses, and 3 draws.
3. Holm was inducted into the International Women’s Boxing Hall of Fame in 2017.
4. She has a background in kickboxing and has won several championships in the sport.
5. Holm was a standout soccer player in high school and briefly considered pursuing a career in the sport before turning to combat sports.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Holly Holm
1. “I always say I don’t care what people say about me as long as it’s not true.”
2. “It’s not about how hard you hit. It’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward.”
3. “I think anyone can be a champion; it’s just about who’s willing to put in the work.”
4. “I have the mentality of a fighter, and that will never go away.”
5. “The biggest thing is to always keep going, always keep fighting.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Holly Holm’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $4 million.
Children
As of now, Holly Holm does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holly_Holm
2. [UFC Profile](https://www.ufc.com/athlete/holly-holm
3. [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/hollyholm/
4. [Sherdog](https://www.sherdog.com/fighter/Holly-Holm-75125
5. [BoxRec](https://boxrec.com/en/proboxer/179309
