Vitor Belfort is a famous Brazilian-American MMA fighter currently signed to ONE Championship of Singapore. He is a former UFC champion who has fought for the heavyweight and lightweight titles. He was previously the UFC light heavyweight champion. He is known for his knockout power and holds the UFC record for most finishes.
Quick Info
| Famous name: | Vitor Belfort |
| Real name/Full name: | Vitor Vieira Belfort |
| sex: | male |
| Year old: | 45 years old |
| Date of birth: | April 1, 1977 |
| Place of birth: | Janeiro, Brazil |
| Nationality: | Brazilian American |
| Height: | 1.83 m |
| Weight: | 84kg |
| Sexual orientation: | Straight |
| Marital status: | Married |
| Spouse (name): | Joana Prado (born 2003) |
| Children (sons and daughters): | Yes (Davi Belfort, Kyara Belfort, Victoria Belfort) |
| Date/boyfriend (name): | ABOVE |
| Is Vitor Belfort gay? | Are not |
| Job: | Boxing |
| Wage: | ABOVE |
| Net worth in 2023: | 6 million dollars |
Biography of Vitor Belfort
Vitor Belfort was born on April 1, 1977 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and grew up in the same city. He became interested in boxing early and started training at the age of 12 with Claudio Coelho. Later, he studied Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with Carlson Gracie. At the age of 18, he won the absolute and heavyweight titles under Gracie. He was then invited to Gracie’s gym, where he trained with famous wrestlers such as Murilo Bustamante and Ricardo De La Riva.
Vitor Belfort Age, Height, Weight
Vitor Belfort was born on April 1, 1977, as of 2023 is 45 years old. He is 1.83 meters tall and weighs 84 kg.
Vitor Belfort
Career
Vitor started his professional career at the age of 19. He went to the United States to compete for the first time. The event is called Superbrawl, and it takes place in Hawaii. After that, he achieved great fame and popularity in the same field. He later competed in the UFC, earning the nickname “The Phenom”.
He became the youngest boxer to win the octagon at the age of 19. In 1997, he won the heavyweight championship by TKO against Randy Couture. In 2005, he beat Tito Ortiz in his next big match. He is currently signed to ONE Championship, a mixed martial arts organization based in Singapore.
Achievements and Awards of Vitor Belfort
Regarded as one of the greatest UFC fighters of all time, Vitor has achieved many accomplishments, some of which are listed below:
- UFC Lightweight Championship
- Winning at UFC 12 Heavyweight Tournament
- 5x knockout night 1x UFC night performance with most knockouts in history (12)
Vitor Belfort Cage Fury Net Worth 2023
Vitor Belfort’s net worth is estimated at $6 million as of April 2023. He makes his fortune boxing, boxing has taken him around the world to win many championships. His salary for the UFC Fight Night championship and other achievements is in the million dollar range. Due to the number of tournaments, his financial status and data are enhanced.
Vitor Belfort is a retired Brazilian-American MMA fighter who won the UFC Fight Night Championship and many other tournaments. He’s been promoted by the number of tournaments where he’s proven himself as a good boxer. Belfort has defeated world champions such as Luke Rockhold, Michael Bisping, Dan Henderson, Rich Franklin, Randy Couture, Wanderlei Silva and Anthony Johnson.
Vitor Belfort Wife, marriage
Joana Prado is the wife of Vitor Belfort. They started dating in 2000, broke up, then got back together on a reality show in 2002. Vitor Belfort was photographed with Joan for the Brazilian issue of Playboy magazine that same year. The couple has two beautiful daughters and a lovely son. Elder Davi Belfort. Victoria, the older girl, and Kyara Belfort, the more graceful and younger one.
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