Brandon Moreno

Brandon Moreno is a Mexican mixed martial artist who competes in the flyweight division (125 lbs) of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Moreno was born on December 7, 1993, in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico. He is also a former two-time UFC flyweight champion and is known for his fights against Deiveson Figueiredo, widely regarded as one of the best rivalries in the history of the flyweight division of the UFC.

Currently, Moreno occupies the No. 2 spot in the UFC flyweight rankings as of October 2024 and is gearing up for his next fight against Amir Albazi at UFC on Fight Night: Moreno vs. Albazi.

Brandon Moreno's Personal Information

Brandon Moreno's Early Life

Brandon Carrillo Moreno was born on December 7, 1993, in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico. When he was 12, Moreno joined a local Entram Gym to lose weight, where he took mixed martial arts classes. Even though he intended to join law college, Moreno solely focused on MMA.

‘The Assassin Baby’ made his professional fight debut in 2011 in Mexico and later became the World Fighting Promotion’s flyweight champion in 2014. Brandon Moreno made his Ultimate Fighter: Tournament of Champions debut in July 2016.

Brandon Moreno's Personal Life

Brandon Moreno, the former UFC flyweight champion, is not only a formidable fighter but also a passionate collector and podcaster. His love for LEGO sets and Funko Pops is well-known, with a vast collection that includes iconic creations from Marvel, DC, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Star Wars.

Moreno even indulges in LEGO sets as a unique post-fight ritual. Furthermore, he hosts the Spanish-language MMA podcast "Entre Asaltos," where he discusses the sport of MMA with fans and fellow fighters. Outside of his career, Moreno prioritizes his family, sharing a fulfilling life with his wife and 3 daughters. LEGO recognized his affinity for their brand by gifting him a life-size UFC Championship belt made of LEGO bricks.

Brandon Moreno's Wife

Brandon Moreno's wife is Shirley Moreno, and the couple has enjoyed marital bliss for more than ten years, exchanging vows in a private and intimate ceremony. The two crossed paths with each other for the first time in 2011, during Moreno's high school years, a period marked by financial difficulties and instability in Moreno's life.

Brandon Moreno's Kids

Brandon and Shirley Moreno are proud parents to three daughters: Maddie, Megan, and Morgan. Maddie, their firstborn, was born in 2014, followed by Megan in 2018, and Morgan in 2021. Information regarding his kids is very limited online, as Moreno prefers to separate his personal and private life from his MMA stardom.

Brandon Moreno's Social Media

Brandon Moreno has social media accounts on Instagram and X (formerly known as Twitter). Moreno's Instagram page is filled with posts of his training montages, fight promotions, physique updates, and family. He boasts an impressive follower count of over 2.2 million on Instagram and over 69,000 on X.

Brandon Moreno's Net Worth

As of 2024, Brandon Moreno's net worth is estimated to be approximately $1 million, primarily stemming from his earnings from his professional mixed martial arts career as well as income generated from various brand endorsements.

Brandon Moreno's Endorsements

Brandon Moreno's MMA Record

Brandon Moreno holds a professional MMA record of 21 wins, 8 losses, and 2 draws as of October 2024. His victories include 5 knockouts, 11 submissions, and 5 decisions. Moreno's only losses in the UFC are against Deiveson Figueiredo, Sergio Pettis and Alexandre Pantoja.

Last updated on October 31, 2024