Jake Paul Joins MMA World in Mourning Saddening Loss of UFC Legend on Christmas
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Dec 25, 2022 | 3:54 AM EST
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Jake Paul, co-owner of Most Valuable Promotions, during a press conference at The Leadenhall Building, London. Picture date: Monday February 7, 2022. (Photo by Adam Davy/PA Images via Getty Images)
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Jake Paul, co-owner of Most Valuable Promotions, during a press conference at The Leadenhall Building, London. Picture date: Monday February 7, 2022. (Photo by Adam Davy/PA Images via Getty Images)
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Jake Paul, co-owner of Most Valuable Promotions, during a press conference at The Leadenhall Building, London. Picture date: Monday February 7, 2022. (Photo by Adam Davy/PA Images via Getty Images)
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Jake Paul, co-owner of Most Valuable Promotions, during a press conference at The Leadenhall Building, London. Picture date: Monday February 7, 2022. (Photo by Adam Davy/PA Images via Getty Images)
YouTube sensation Jake Paul has come out with his condolences following UFC Hall Of Famer and MMA legend Stephan Bonnar’s tragic death. The former Ultimate Fighter finalist passed away at the age of 45, with heart complications cited as the source of death.
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Bonnar was a legend in the sport and competed in 26 professional bouts throughout his career in multiple promotions, including the UFC and Bellator. Moreover, he made his name following his legendary fight against former light heavyweight champion Forrest Griffin in the Ultimate fighter finale. Despite losing the fight, ‘The American Psycho’ gained huge popularity with his excellent performance.
Jake Paul mourns the loss of UFC legend
Paul took to social media to mourn the loss of Bonnar. In a Twitter post, he expressed his sadness stating that he remembered Bonnar’s fights against Anderson Silva. He also claimed that Griffin would not have had a very successful career had it not been for the former legend.
RIP to the American Pyscho, Stephan Bonnar. I remember watching him and Anderson Silva.
From what I’ve read, without him and Forrest Griffin, UFC may have not made it.
— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) December 24, 2022
“RIP to the American Pyscho, Stephan Bonnar. I remember watching him and Anderson Silva. From what I’ve read, without him and Forrest Griffin, UFC may have not made it.” he wrote.
Paul was one of the many people in the community who came out and paid their respects. This goes on to show how loved the UFC legend is still, even after his untimely death.
Dana White praises the UFC legend for his contribution
UFC President Dana White was also shocked after hearing about this tragic news. Moreover, he also released a statement sharing his thoughts on Bonnar’s death and the impact he had on the UFC and the sport overall.
“Stephan Bonnar was one of the most important fighters to ever compete in the octagon. His fight with Forrest Griffin changed the sport forever, and he will never be forgotten. The fans loved him, related to him, and he always gave them his best. He will be missed.” he said.
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It is often said that people are only truly appreciated after their death. Although Bonner will also be remembered forever by the community, it is hard to deny the impact he had on MMA being a pioneer in the sport’s evolution.
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