Benson Henderson

Quick Facts

Full Name	Benson Henderson
Occupation	MMA Fighter
Date Of Birth	Nov 16, 1983(1983-11-16)
Age	41
Birthplace	Colorado Springs
Country	United States
Birth City	Colorado
Horoscope	Scorpio

Benson Henderson Biography

Benson Henderson is one of the most popular and richest MMA Fighter who was born on November 16, 1983 in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States. MMA fighter who became professional in 2006 before becoming in 2013 the UFC Lightweight Champion.

He beat He defeated Frankie Edgar by decision twice in 2012. by two decisions in 2012.

He attended Decatur High School from 1998 to 2001. Benson became a part of the high school’s wrestling team. After graduating from high school, he attended Dana College in Blair, Nebraska and graduated in 2006 with a double major in criminal justice and sociology. While attending Dana College, Henderson was on the wrestling team, and was twice named an NAIA All-American.

Henderson turned professional in 2006, winning his first match against Dan Gregary. He lost his third fight to Rocky Johnson via submission. However, this defeat was a minor setback. He rebounded with four straight wins before facing his toughest fight yet, against a UFC veteran, Diego Saraiva. Henderson came prepared as he dominated Saraiva for three rounds, winning a unanimous decision and his 7th professional win.

His proposal to girlfriend, Maria Magana, after beating Gilbert Melendez on April 21st in 2013. The couple tied the knot a year later.

Benson Henderson Net Worth

Benson Henderson is one of the richest MMA Fighter from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Benson Henderson 's net worth $2 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

The wrestler also was an NAIA All-American amateur wrestler in 2005 and 2006.

The fighter was named Fighter of the Year in 2012 by ESPN, UFC and Sherdog in 2012.

Benson Henderson (born November 16, 1983) is an American mixed martial artist who competes for Bellator MMA, currently competing in their Lightweight division. He is a former UFC Lightweight Champion and WEC Lightweight Champion. He holds notable victories over Frankie Edgar (2x), Donald Cerrone (2x), Nate Diaz, Patrício Freire, and Jorge Masvidal, among others.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Benson Henderson height 5 ft 9 in Benson weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Benson Henderson Dating?

According to our records, Benson Henderson married to Maria Magana. As of December 1, 2023, Benson Henderson’s is not dating anyone.

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Henderson faced Anthony Pettis on December 16, 2010, at WEC 53. Henderson lost his title by unanimous decision. The fight won Fight of the Night honors.

Facts & Trivia

Benson Ranked on the list of most popular MMA Fighter. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Benson Henderson celebrates birthday on November 16 of every year.

Henderson faced Jamie Varner to unify the WEC Lightweight Championship at WEC 46 on January 10, 2010. After being outboxed and outwrestled in the first two rounds, Henderson came back and caught Varner in a standing guillotine choke ending the fight at 2:41 of the third round.

Why did Benson Henderson leave UFC?

The talented fighter has won the UFC Lightweight Championship and had an incredible record of 11 wins and three losses. However, due to contractual disputes , Henderson decided to leave the UFC and sign for its rival, Bellator MMA.

What ethnicity is Benson Henderson?

Henderson was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado to a Korean mother and an African American father. Benson has an older brother, Julius, who was born in Korea.

Did Benson Henderson fight with a toothpick?

Henderson, the former UFC and WEC lightweight champion, is well known for fighting and training with a toothpick in his mouth.

Did Benson Henderson join the military?

He talked about wanting the opportunity to tell his children and grandchildren that he upheld his civic duty to his country by joining the military.

Who is Benson Henderson's wife?

Maria Magana