Paige VanZant is an American athlete who has carved a unique path in the world of combat sports and entertainment. Born on March 26, 1994, her journey began in Oregon, where she trained in dance for over 13 years. The studio she trained in was owned by her parents themselves.
However, her diverse interests led her to explore different avenues, eventually discovering a passion for mixed martial arts (MMA). VanZant rose to prominence in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the world's premier MMA organization. Competing in the flyweight division, she captivated audiences with her aggressive fighting style and resilience.
Beyond the octagon, VanZant has constantly pushed boundaries. She ventured into professional wrestling with All Elite Wrestling (AEW), showcasing her adaptability and athletic prowess in a different combat setting. Additionally, she participated in the popular reality show "Dancing with the Stars," displaying her versatility and ability to connect with audiences in a non-combat environment.
VanZant further broadened her horizons by joining Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), becoming the first woman to sign with the bare-knuckle boxing organization. While her career wasn’t very successful there, Vanzant kept rising the ladder of stardom.
Additionally, she has authored a book, "Rise: Surviving the Game," sharing her experiences and empowering others.
Paige Vanzant Salary 2024
Paige VanZant’s salary from AEW is unknown at this time.
In 2014, Paige VanZant defeated Kailin Curran by TKO to win her first-ever UFC bout, earning $81,000, according to FirstSportz. When she triumphed over Bec Rawlings in Maia vs. Condit, the UFC on Fox event in 2016, it was her largest bout purse.
VanZant won $132,500 in that bout. VanZant made $91,000 and $55,000 in her past two UFC bouts against Amanda Ribas and Rachael Ostovich, respectively. Beyond her MMA and wrestling, Paige VanZant has differentiated her revenue sources and associated with different endeavors.
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Paige VanZant’s Other Sources of Income
Besides wrestling, Paige VanZant’s other major sources of income are her UFC, BKFC purses, and OnlyFans; she also sells her merchandise and apparel from ShopPVZ.com. She has also appeared in the TV series “Chopped” and “Dancing with the Stars,” but her income from them is not available.
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC)
VanZant received an average of $100,000 from the UFC for each fight, including sponsorships and win bonuses. Her total earnings from her UFC career to date are reportedly $564,000. Her career-disclosed earnings, according to Tapology, are $207,000.
Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC)
According to Essentially Sports, in August 2020, VanZant signed a contract worth reportedly more than $1 million, which was for four bouts with the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship.
OnlyFans
VanZant’s OnlyFans content can be accessed for $9.99 per month for a single subscription or $26.97 for three. For $44.96, she also provides a six-month subscription package. OnlyFans is currently her main source of income, as she disclosed in a recent interview, allowing her to "help her family." She disclosed that she is earning almost 40K-60K USD per month from Only Fans.
She said in an interview that her career has been successful outside MMA and wrestling. However, she prioritized her Only Fans account as she generates most of her income from that. She also said her earnings from OnlyFans helped her more than her fighting career combined.
Podcasts
According to Instagram, Paige VanZant and his husband Austin Vanderford appearaed on a podcast named "AKickAssLoveStory" every Wednesday, mostly on YouTube. They talked about various topics in life, friendship, etc. The Instagram account of that podcast has 124 posts and almost 8K followers as of May 2024.
LinkMe Accounts and Others
Paige VanZant has a LinkMe account where she lists all of her social media and other accounts such as Spotify, Only Fans, TikTok, etc. She also made a LinkMe account for her podcast channel. VanZant generates additional income from this account through sponsorships and commission pay.
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Paige Vanzant Net Worth 2024
As of 2024, Paige Vanzant’s net worth is estimated to be around $3 Million. Click here to learn about the net worth of the American fighter in detail.
FAQ's On Paige Vanzant Salary
A. Paige VanZant earned $564,000 from her UFC career.
A. Paige VanZant had 13 fights in UFC.
A. No, Paige VanZant is not a UFC champion.
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