Date of Birth: December 20, 1990
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Biography
Robert Whittaker is an accomplished mixed martial artist from New Zealand and Australia, best known for his tenure in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Born on December 20, 1990, in Auckland, New Zealand, Whittaker moved to Australia at a young age and grew up in Sydney. He began his journey in martial arts with Hapkido before transitioning to karate, and eventually, mixed martial arts (MMA). Whittaker made his professional MMA debut in 2009 and quickly made a name for himself with his versatile fighting style and tenacity. In 2012, Whittaker gained significant attention by winning “The Ultimate Fighter: The Smashes,” a reality TV series hosted by the UFC. Following this victory, he continued to climb the ranks in the welterweight and middleweight divisions. His most notable accomplishment came on July 8, 2017, when he won the interim UFC Middleweight Championship by defeating Yoel Romero at UFC 213. He was later promoted to undisputed champion after Georges St-Pierre vacated the title. Whittaker’s career has been marked by several high-profile fights and his reputation as a respectful and humble competitor. Outside the octagon, he is known for his dedication to his family and his passion for helping others through charitable work and community engagement.
5 Interesting Facts about Robert Whittaker
1. Robert Whittaker is the first Australian to win a UFC championship.
2. He has a black belt in Hapkido and a black belt in Karate.
3. Whittaker is also known for his love of video games and often streams on Twitch.
4. He has represented both Australia and New Zealand in international MMA competitions.
5. Whittaker is an ambassador for various charitable organizations, including the Ronald McDonald House.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Robert Whittaker
1. “I fight because I love it. I fight because I’m a martial artist and I love testing myself.”
2. “Winning the belt was a dream come true, but defending it means even more.”
3. “I’m just a regular guy who happens to be pretty good at fighting.”
4. “Respect is everything in this sport. You have to respect your opponents and the journey.”
5. “The most important thing for me is my family. Fighting is what I do, but being a father and husband is who I am.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Robert Whittaker is estimated to be around $3 million.
Children
Robert Whittaker has four children with his wife, Sofia. They have three sons, John, Jack, and Jace, and a daughter named Lilliana.
Relevant Links
1. [Robert Whittaker UFC Profile](https://www.ufc.com/athlete/robert-whittaker
2. [Robert Whittaker on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/robwhittakermma/
3. [Robert Whittaker’s Twitch Channel](https://www.twitch.tv/robwhittakermma
