Jon Jones is a renowned American professional mixed martial artist signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He is best known for his dominance in the sport as a former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion and current UFC Heavyweight Champion.
Jonathan Dwight Jones was born on July 19, 1987, in Rochester, New York. He was raised in a Christian household by his father, Arthur Jones Jr., a Pentecostal minister in Endicott, New York, and his mother, Camille Jones, a healthcare worker. Camille passed away in June 2017 after a battle with diabetes.
During his upbringing, Jones participated in various sports alongside his brothers, who also pursued careers in professional football. However, wrestling became his primary focus. He attended Union-Endicott High School, where he became a state wrestling champion. After high school, he enrolled at Iowa Central Community College, where he won the NJCAA national wrestling championship, showcasing his exceptional athletic talent.
Jon Jones quickly rose through the ranks in the UFC due to his unorthodox fighting style, reach advantage, and strategic prowess. Known for his dominant performances, he became the youngest UFC champion in history at the age of 23 when he won the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship in 2011.
Despite his success in the octagon, Jones faced several suspensions and legal issues over the years. Nevertheless, he made a strong return to mixed martial arts at UFC 214 on July 29, 2017. He reclaimed the Light Heavyweight title by defeating Daniel Cormier in a highly anticipated match. However, the victory was later overturned to a "No Contest" after Jones tested positive for a banned substance. The rivalry between Jones and Cormier remains one of the most intense in MMA history.
Jones continued to defend his title in subsequent bouts. In July 2019, he faced Thiago Santos at UFC 239. In a closely contested match, Jones won via split decision. Santos, who sustained a torn ACL, MCL, and PCL during the fight, became the first fighter to win a judge’s scorecard against Jones, highlighting the competitiveness of the bout. Jones also suffered damage and required assistance exiting the octagon, further underlining the match’s intensity.
Throughout his career, Jones has been widely regarded as one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time. His ability to adapt and dominate opponents across styles has contributed to his enduring legacy in the sport.
Jon Jones met his longtime partner, Jessie Moses, while they were both in high school. Despite attending different colleges—Jones at Iowa Central Community College and Moses at Broome Community College in New York—they maintained their relationship through the early stages of his career.
The couple has three daughters together: Leah (born in 2008), Carmen (born in 2009), and Olivia Haven (born in 2013). In a 2016 interview, Jones revealed he has another daughter from a different relationship, who is older than his first child. Jones got engaged to Jessie Moses in 2015 and announced their engagement publicly on April 1 of that year.
As of recent estimates, Jon Jones has a net worth of approximately $3 million. His earnings stem from fight purses, sponsorships, and pay-per-view bonuses. Jones' career has not only brought him personal financial success but has also contributed significantly to the global popularity of UFC and mixed martial arts overall.
| Birth Date: | 19 Jul, 1987 |
| Age: | 33 yrs |
| Occupations: | Mixed martial artist Thai boxer |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Rochester |
| Education: | Morrisville State College |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American mixed martial artist |
| Net Worth 2021: | 3 million |
