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Ronda Rousey is a former mixed martial artist, professional wrestler, and actress who gained worldwide fame for her accomplishments in combat sports and entertainment.Ronda Jean Rousey was born on February 1, 1987, in Riverside, California, USA.
She is the daughter of Ron Rousey, a former world champion in judo, and AnnMaria De Mars, who was the first American woman to win a World Judo Championship.Ronda was exposed to judo at a young age and began training in the sport under her mother’s guidance.
Rousey was a highly successful judoka in her youth and won numerous championships and medals, including a gold medal at the 2004 World Junior Judo Championships.She qualified for the 2004 Athens Olympics at the age of 17, becoming the youngest judoka on the U.S. Olympic team.
Rousey won a bronze medal in judo at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, making her the first American woman to earn an Olympic medal in judo since it became an official Olympic sport for women.Ronda Rousey transitioned to mixed martial arts (MMA) in 2010, making her professional debut in March of that year.
She quickly gained a reputation for her exceptional judo skills and her devastating armbar submission, which became her signature move.Rousey signed with Strikeforce and later became the first woman to sign with the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship).
She became the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion by defeating Liz Carmouche in the first women’s fight in UFC history.Rousey successfully defended her title multiple times and remained undefeated during her early MMA career.
Ronda Rousey’s undefeated streak in MMA came to an end in November 2015 when she was defeated by Holly Holm.After a brief hiatus, she returned to MMA but suffered another loss, this time to Amanda Nunes in December 2016.
Rousey subsequently announced her retirement from MMA in 2017.Rousey transitioned to professional wrestling and signed with WWE in 2018.She made her WWE debut at WrestleMania 34 and went on to become the Raw Women’s Champion.
Ronda Rousey Net Worth Growth
| Net Worth in 2023 | $14 million |
| Net Worth in 2022 | $11 million |
| Net Worth in 2021 | $8 million |
| Net Worth in 2020 | $6 million |
| Net Worth in 2019 | $4 million |
| Net Worth in 2018 | $2 million |
Biography
| Real Name | Ronda Jean Rousey |
| Nick Name | Ronda Rousey |
| Birth Place | Riverside, California, USA |
| Date Of Birth | February 1, 1987 |
| Age | 36 years old |
| Height | 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm) |
| Weight | 65 kg |
| Eye Colour | Grey |
| Hair Colour | Blonde |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Nationality | American |
| Gender | Female |
| Profession | American professional wrestler |
| Spouse | Travis Browne |
| Children | Leanna Mercy Rousey, Keawe Browne, Kaleo Browne |
| Parents | Ron Rousey – Maria De Mars |
| Divorce | N/A |
| Net Worth in 2023 | $14 million |
Career And Awards
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Career:
- UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion: Ronda Rousey became the first UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion in 2012 after defeating Liz Carmouche. She successfully defended her title several times.
- Strikeforce Women’s Bantamweight Champion: Before joining the UFC, Rousey held the Strikeforce Women’s Bantamweight Championship.
- First Woman to Win a UFC Title: Rousey made history by becoming the first woman to win a UFC championship and helped pave the way for women’s MMA in the organization.
- Undefeated Streak: She began her MMA career with an undefeated streak and became known for her dominant armbar submissions.
Professional Wrestling Career:
- WWE Raw Women’s Championship: Ronda Rousey won the WWE Raw Women’s Championship during her time in WWE.
- WrestleMania Appearances: She made high-profile appearances at WrestleMania events, including her debut match at WrestleMania 34.
- Impact on Women’s Wrestling: Rousey’s crossover from MMA to professional wrestling had a significant impact on women’s wrestling and helped raise the profile of female wrestlers in WWE.
Acting Career:
- Film and Television Roles: Ronda Rousey has appeared in various films and television shows, including “The Expendables 3,” “Furious 7,” and “Mile 22.”
Awards and Honors:
- ESPY Awards: Ronda Rousey won several ESPY Awards, including Best Female Athlete, Best Fighter, and Best Female Athlete in a Female Sport.
- MMA Awards: She received multiple MMA awards during her career, including Fighter of the Year and Submission of the Year.
- Judo Achievements: Before her MMA career, Rousey had a successful judo career, including winning a bronze medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and various national and international titles.
- Hall of Fame: Ronda Rousey was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2018 in the Modern Wing as a trailblazer for women’s MMA.
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Education
Home Schooling: Ronda Rousey was homeschooled for much of her childhood. Her mother, AnnMaria De Mars, who was a judo champion herself, homeschooled Ronda and her siblings. AnnMaria De Mars placed a strong emphasis on education and trained her children in judo from a young age.
High School: Ronda Rousey attended several high schools due to her family’s frequent moves. She completed her high school education at Jamestown High School in Jamestown, North Dakota.
College: After high school, Rousey pursued higher education and attended a few colleges. She briefly studied at North Dakota State University and later transferred to Santa Monica College in California.
