Age, Biography and Wiki
John Makdessi was born on 3 May, 1985 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, is a Canadian mixed martial artist. Discover John Makdessi's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 38 years old?
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| Age |
38 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Taurus |
| Born |
3 May, 1985 |
| Birthday |
3 May |
| Birthplace |
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada |
| Nationality |
Canada
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John Makdessi Height, Weight & Measurements
At 38 years old, John Makdessi height is 5ft 8in and Weight 155 lb.
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5ft 8in |
| Weight |
155 lb |
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Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
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John Makdessi Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is John Makdessi worth at the age of 38 years old? John Makdessi’s income source is mostly from being a successful Fighter. He is from Canada. We have estimated John Makdessi's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
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Not Available |
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Fighter |
John Makdessi Social Network
Timeline
John Makdessi (born May 3, 1985) is a Canadian professional mixed martial artist who competes in the Lightweight division and competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Makdessi was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada on May 3, 1985, and is a first-generation Lebanese-Canadian born to Lebanese parents.
His martial arts training started with Tae Kwon Do at the age of six.
When Makdessi started high school, his dojo closed, and he could no longer continue.
Towards the end of high school at the age of 19, he found a karate dojo where he learned Shotokan.
Makdessi spent a lot of his time competing in kickboxing tournaments, and in 2006 won a gold medal in the USKBA.
After going 22–0 in kickboxing, Makdessi began training in mixed martial arts.
Makdessi made his professional MMA debut in 2008 and compiled an undefeated record of 7-0 before being signed by the UFC.
Makdessi signed with the UFC in 2010.
He made his promotional debut on December 11, 2010, at UFC 124 in Montreal, winning a dominant (30-27, 30–27, 30–26) decision over Pat Audinwood.
Makdessi was expected to face TUF 12 winner Jonathan Brookins on April 30, 2011, at UFC 129.
Brookins pulled out of the bout and was replaced by another TUF 12 alum in Kyle Watson, who Makdessi knocked out with a spinning backfist in the third round.
Makdessi was expected to face Paul Taylor on August 14, 2011, at UFC on Versus 5, but withdrew due to injury.
Makdessi suffered the first loss of his career to Dennis Hallman on December 10, 2011, at UFC 140, via first-round rear naked choke.
Makdessi lost a unanimous decision to fellow striker Anthony Njokuani on April 21, 2012, at UFC 145.
Makdessi next defeated Sam Stout by unanimous decision on November 17, 2012, at UFC 154.
He won the fight via unanimous decision.
Makdessi was expected to face Edson Barboza on July 6, 2013, at UFC 162.
Makdessi pulled out of the bout citing an injury and was replaced by Rafaello Oliveira.
Makdessi knocked out Renée Forte in the first round on September 21, 2013, at UFC 165.
Makdessi lost a unanimous decision to Alan Patrick at UFC 169 on February 1, 2014.
Makdessi was expected to face Abel Trujillo on April 25, 2015, at UFC 186.
Trujillo pulled out of the fight citing an injury, and was replaced on April 1 by promotional newcomer Shane Campbell.
Makdessi won the fight via TKO in the first round.
Less than a month after his win, Makdessi returned to the octagon as a replacement for injured Khabib Nurmagomedov against Donald Cerrone on May 23, 2015, at UFC 187.
Makdessi lost the fight via TKO after his jaw was broken with a head kick in the second round.
He lost the fight by split decision.
Makdessi next faced Mehdi Baghdad on July 7, 2016, at UFC Fight Night 90.
He was awarded a split decision victory.
He lost the fight via knockout in the first round.
Makdessi was expected to face Sage Northcutt on July 29, 2017, at UFC 214.
In turn, the fight was canceled on July 14 as both fighters cited injuries.
Makdessi faced Abel Trujillo on December 16, 2017, at UFC on Fox 26.
He won the fight by unanimous decision.
Makdessi faced Ross Pearson on July 28, 2018, at UFC on Fox 30.
He won the fight by unanimous decision.
This fight earned him the Fight of the Night award.
