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Kenny Florian - Net Worth, Age, Height, Birthday, Bio, Wiki!

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Explore Kenny Florian net worth, age, height, bio, birthday, wiki, and salary! Welterweight was introduced to UFC fans by competing on the first season of The Ultimate Fighter. In this article, we will discover how old is Kenny Florian? Who is Kenny Florian dating now & how much money does Kenny Florian have?

NameKenny Florian
First NameKenny
Last NameFlorian
OccupationMMA Fighter
BirthdayMay 26
Birth Year1976
Place of BirthMassachusetts
Home TownMassachusetts
Birth CountryUnited States
Birth SignGemini
Full/Birth Name
ParentsAgustin Florian, Ines Florian
SiblingsKeith Florian, Kirk Andrew Florian
SpouseClark Gilmer
Children(s)Not Available

Kenny Florian Biography

Kenny Florian is one of the most popular and richest MMA Fighter who was born on May 26, 1976 in Massachusetts, Massachusetts, United States. He lost to Jose Aldo by unanimous decision on October 8, 2011.

Florian made his MMA debut in January 2003 at Mass Destruction 10, defeating Jason Giroux via TKO 3:23 into the first round. Florian made another appearance in the Mass Destruction Promotion at MD – 15 and scored a victory over Bobby McAndrews by submission (kimura). Following those victories, Kenny suffered his first loss to UFC regular Drew Fickett via decision at Combat Zone 7 – Gravel Pit on July 10, 2004. This is the fight that got Kenny on the Ultimate Fighter as Dana White was at the show scouting Fickett for the show but he was so impressed with Kenny that he offered him, not Fickett, the spot on the show.

On October 14, 2006, Florian fought Sean Sherk for the UFC Lightweight championship title at UFC 64: Unstoppable and lost via unanimous decision. Sherk completely dominated the fight despite being cut severely by one of Florian’s elbows. The judges scored it 50–45 and 49–46 twice for Sherk. In doing so, Sherk became the new UFC lightweight champion.

His brother Keith also became an MMA fighter.

He was unsuccessful in his first three attempts to win a UFC Championship.

Kenneth Alan Florian (born May 26, 1976) is an American retired mixed martial artist who formerly competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He currently serves as the UFC on Fox analyst, color commentator on the robot combat television series BattleBots and color commentator for UFC Fight Night.

Kenny Florian Net Worth

Kenny is one of the richest MMA Fighter from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Kenny Florian's net worth $3 Million. (Last Update: January 13, 2024)

He played NCAA Division I soccer at Boston College.

Net Worth$3 Million
SalaryUnder Review
Source of IncomeMMA Fighter
CarsNot Available
HouseLiving in own house.

On April 19, 2008, Florian filled in for Joe Rogan as the color commentator for UFC 83 and again at UFC Fight Night 19. On June 7, 2009, Kenny Florian would fill in for Frank Mir, whose wife gave birth two days later, as color commentator for WEC 41. Florian also provided color commentary for WEC 49 and the TUF 11 Finale. Florian also took Joe Rogan’s place as commentator for UFC 134.

At UFC 91 on November 15, 2008, Florian defeated Joe Stevenson by rear naked choke submission in the first round. Florian executed a takedown before mounting Stevenson and transitioning to a position to finish him with the choke.

Ethnicity, religion & political views

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On April 5, 2007 at UFC Fight Night 9, Florian defeated Japanese fighter Dokonjonosuke Mishima via rear naked choke submission. Florian managed to break free of an excruciating knee-bar attempt made by Mishima late in the fight.

Who is Kenny Florian Dating?

According to our records, Kenny Florian married to Clark Gilmer . As of January 13, 2024, Kenny Florian’s is not dating anyone.

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At UFC 87 on August 9, 2008 Florian defeated Roger Huerta by unanimous decision. By winning, Florian ended Huerta’s 17-fight win streak. All three judges scored the bout 30–27 for Florian.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Kenny Florian height 5 ft 10 in Kenny weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Height5 ft 10 in
WeightNot Known
Body MeasurementsUnder Review
Eye ColorNot Available
Hair ColorNot Available
Feet/Shoe SizeNot Available

On July 7, 2007 at UFC 73, he fought and defeated UFC newcomer Alvin Robinson via submission due to strikes in the first round. Florian tripped Robinson to the mat before moving to side-control. Florian then transitioned into mount before pounding away until Robinson tapped due to strikes.

On April 2, 2008 Florian defeated Joe Lauzon at UFC Fight Night 13 by TKO due to strikes from mount early in the second round to secure his spot among the UFC’s top lightweight contenders. The first round went back and forth as Kenny landed a vicious body kick and Lauzon looked for knee bars and heel hooks. Florian finished the round with some hard shots to Joe’s head. Florian opened the 2nd round with a takedown and rained down punches on Lauzon from the mount position. Lauzon attempted another heel hook but Florian continued to strike which resulted in Herb Dean stopping the fight.

Facts & Trivia

Kenny Ranked on the list of most popular MMA Fighter. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Kenny Florian celebrates birthday on May 26 of every year.

Florian co-hosted MMA Live, alongside Franklin McNeil and others, for ESPN.com which is shown online and on TV on ESPN. Florian contributed to the show with his MMA experience and perspective as a fighter. Florian now co-hosts “UFC Tonight” on FS1 with Michael Bisping, providing similar analysis and perspectives as he did on MMA Live. Florian was a guest writer for FIGHT!, an MMA magazine, in their April 2009 issue.

Why is Kenny Florian no longer with UFC?

Kenny Florian believes that the UFC have pushed him away from commentary after he refused a coaching role on The Ultimate Fighter: Latin America. For a while, Kenny Florian seemed to be one of the main broadcasters for the UFC but for reasons unbeknownst to him, the UFC pushed him away.

What is Kenny Florian doing now?

Today, he works as a commentator for The Professional Fighters League and is also the co-host of the Anik and Florian podcast.

How old is Kenny Florian?

46 years (May 26, 1976)

Is Kenny Florian a legend?

Kenny Florian
Years active2003–2012 (MMA)
Mixed martial arts record
Total20
Wins14

Is Kenny Florian still a commentator?

The PFL will return for their 2022 season in April — where Florian will resume his color commentator role — while also adding their new Challenger Series show that gives up and coming prospects the opportunity to compete for a roster spot for the upcoming season, and the $1 million prize.

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