Dustin Poirier is a famous American mixed martial artist competing in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He built a reputation for his skill and perseverance in the lightweight division.
Born in Lafayette, Louisiana, Poirier first made his mark in the MMA world in 2011 after moving from regional competition to the UFC.
His popularity increased after high-profile matches with elite fighters such as Conor McGregor, Max Holloway and Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Poirier has won several performance awards and is recognized for his aggressive yet strategic fighting style. He became interim UFC Lightweight Champion in 2019.
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- Full name: Dustin Glenn Poirier
- Nickname: Diamond
- Date of birth: January 19, 1989
- Age: 35 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Lafayette, Louisiana, United States
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Mixed martial artist
- Height: 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm)
- Parents: Darrell Poirier (father)
- Siblings: Not applicable
- Spouse: Jolie Poirier
- Children: Parker Noelle Poirier
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: Christianity
- Ethnicity: Academic French
- Net worth: 6 million USD
Early life and education
Dustin Poirier was born on January 19, 1989 in Lafayette, Louisiana, into a family of French-Acadian descent. Now at age 35, he spent his formative years on the streets of Lafayette, where his aggressive nature led him to frequent street fights.
He attended Northside High School but dropped out early due to constant disciplinary violations. Poirier began his path into combat sports as a teenager, initially training in boxing before finding mixed martial arts. His early challenges shaped his resilient character, eventually fueling his passion for fighting.
Personal life
Dustin Poirier is married to Jolie Poirier, whom he met when they were young in Lafayette. Their relationship was publicly praised, with Jolie playing a pivotal role in supporting Poirier’s career. They married in 2009 and have a daughter named Parker Noelle Poirier.
In addition to his UFC career, Poirier is deeply involved in charity work through the Good Fight Foundation, an initiative he co-founded with his wife. Their charity aims to help underserved communities and help families who are struggling financially.
Career
Dustin Poirier’s professional MMA career began in 2009. He quickly compiled a 7-0 record in regional promotions before joining World Extreme Cagefighting (WEC) in 2010. After the WEC merged with UFC, Poirier debuted in UFC in 2011, competing for UFC. José Aldo was injured to defeat Josh Grispi.
Over the years, he became known for his relentless fighting style, earning victories over fighters such as Max Holloway and Eddie Alvarez. In 2019, Poirier won the interim UFC lightweight championship after defeating Holloway for a second time.
Although he lost his subsequent title to Khabib Nurmagomedov, Poirier’s rematch win over Conor McGregor in 2021 was a major highlight of his career, establishing him as one of the top fighter of the tournament.
prize
- Interim UFC Lightweight Championship (2019)
- Battle in the Night (8 times)
- Performance of the night (4 times)
- Night submission (1 time)
Net worth
Dustin Poirier’s net worth is estimated to be $6 million. His income comes from UFC fight bonuses, pay-per-view bonuses, and sponsorship deals. One of his most lucrative paydays came in 2021 when he earned $1 million for his second fight with Conor McGregor. Oh
Social Media
- Instagram: @dustinpoirier
- Twitter: @DustinPoirier
