Is Gilbert Burns' brother a UFC fighter? Siblings, kids, marriage, and more on 'Durinho's' family life
Gilbert Burns is known for his impressive grappling skills and striking ability. He has achieved significant success in both Brazilian jiu-jitsu and MMA.
Burns' UFC career has been marked by his aggressive fighting style and ability to finish opponents. He has faced some of the toughest fighters in the welterweight division, including Kamaru Usman, Jorge Masvidal, Stephen Thompson, and current champion Jack Della Maddalena.
Currently ranked No. 8 in the UFC welterweight rankings, Burns is set to face Michael Morales on May 17.
As he prepares for his upcoming fight against Morales, let's delve into the Brazilian's personal life.
Is Gilbert Burns' brother a UFC fighter?
Yes, Gilbert Burns' younger brother Herbert Burns has also been a UFC fighter. He made his debut in 2020 and has competed in the featherweight division.
In his final UFC fight, Burns faced Jack Jenkins at UFC 305 and lost via technical knockout in the third round. The younger Burns amassed a 2-4 record in the UFC and was subsequently released from the promotion.
He has since competed at Fury Pro Grappling, losing to fellow UFC fighter Pat Sabatini by golden score in overtime on Nov. 2, 2024.
A look into Gibert Burns’ marriage and kids
Gilbert Burns is happily married to Bruna Burns. The couple have been together since 2012 and tied the knot in their hometown of Niterói, Brazil.
Bruna, like Gilbert, is a passionate Brazilian jiu-jitsu practitioner and currently works as a BJJ instructor and coach. Their shared love for the martial art brought them together and has been a strong foundation for their relationship.
Gilbert and Bruna are proud parents of three children. While their exact ages are not publicly disclosed, their eldest child, Pedro Brenaiah Burns, is believed to be over 12 years old.
The second child, Joshua Burns, is approximately eight years old. The youngest child, whose name is not publicly known, is believed to be around two years old.