Date of Birth: March 16, 1984
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Biography
Jared Cannonier is an American mixed martial artist who competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) in the middleweight division. Born in Dallas, Texas, he began his professional MMA career in 2011. Before transitioning to MMA, Cannonier served in the U.S. Army and worked for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Known for his powerful striking and versatility, he has competed in three different weight classes: heavyweight, light heavyweight, and middleweight. Cannonier is recognized for his impressive knockout power and has earned several performance bonuses in the UFC. As of 2023, he remains an active and formidable competitor in the middleweight division, aiming for championship glory.
5 Interesting Facts about Jared Cannonier
1. Jared Cannonier has competed in three different UFC weight classes: heavyweight, light heavyweight, and middleweight.
2. Before his MMA career, he served in the U.S. Army and later worked for the Federal Aviation Administration.
3. He earned a Performance of the Night bonus for his knockout victory over Jack Hermansson in September 2019.
4. Cannonier is known by the nickname “The Killa Gorilla.”
5. He holds a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under John Crouch.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jared Cannonier
1. “I believe in myself, I believe in my skills, and I believe in my power.”
2. “I am here to be the best and prove that I am the best.”
3. “The mental aspect of fighting is just as important, if not more important, than the physical.”
4. “Every fight is a chance to show the world what I’m capable of.”
5. “Discipline and consistency are key to success in anything, especially in fighting.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
$1.5 million (estimated)
Children
Jared Cannonier has three children with his wife, Catherine Cannonier. The family often maintains a private life away from the public eye.
Relevant Links
1. [Jared Cannonier’s UFC Profile](https://www.ufc.com/athlete/jared-cannonier
2. [Jared Cannonier Sherdog Profile](https://www.sherdog.com/fighter/Jared-Cannonier-78628
3. [MMA Junkie – Jared Cannonier](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/fighters/jared-cannonier
4. [ESPN Fighter Profile](https://www.espn.com/mma/fighter/_/id/3124699/jared-cannonier
5. [MMA Fighting – Jared Cannonier](https://www.mmafighting.com/fighter/1478/jared-cannonier
