Age, Biography and Wiki
Leah Letson was born on 21 August, 1992 in Wisconsin, United States, is an American mixed martial arts fighter (born 1992). Discover Leah Letson's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is she in this year and how she spends money? Also learn how she earned most of networth at the age of 31 years old?
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Leah Letson |
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| Age |
31 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Leo |
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21 August, 1992 |
| Birthday |
21 August |
| Birthplace |
Wisconsin, United States |
| Nationality |
United States
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She is a member of famous fighter with the age 31 years old group.
Leah Letson Height, Weight & Measurements
At 31 years old, Leah Letson height is 5ft 7in and Weight 145 lb (66 kg; 10 st 5 lb).
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5ft 7in |
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145 lb (66 kg; 10 st 5 lb) |
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Dating & Relationship status
She is currently single. She is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about She's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, She has no children.
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Leah Letson Net Worth
Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Leah Letson worth at the age of 31 years old? Leah Letson’s income source is mostly from being a successful fighter. She is from United States. We have estimated Leah Letson'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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Not Available |
| Source of Income |
fighter |
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Timeline
Leah Letson (born August 21, 1992) is a retired American female mixed martial artist who competed in the Featherweight divisions of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Leah Letson was born on 21 August 1992 in Wisconsin, United States.
Letson started martial arts at five, earning her 2nd degree Karate black belt at age eleven, and her third degree Taekwondo black belt at fourteen.
Letson moved to Milwaukee to attend the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee where she started kickboxing, then on the advice of her coaches Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ).
While at UW Letson enlisted in the Air National Guard in 2012 and after completing basic training she started training MMA.
On November 9, 2013, she won her first amateur fight, a year later she had her first pro fight.
After losing her debut via split decision against Chrsitina Jobe at KOTC: Industrial Strength on November 22, 2014, Letson won her next 4 bouts, knocking out Shaena Cox in the second round, defeating Allanna Jones via unanimous decision, stopping Sarah Payan via TKO in the first round, culminating with a victory at Invicta FC 21, where Letson faced UFC veteran Elizabeth Phillips, knocking her out with a headkick in the first round.
In 2016 Letson graduated with degrees in psychology and in criminal justice with a minor in sociology.
She reached a career-best ranking of #9 at Women's Featherweight on Fight Matrix on January 7, 2017.
In 2017 she deployed to the middle east for 6.5 months.
During that deployment she ran a jujitsu club teaching members from multiple branches and foreign militia the strategic art of jujitsu.
In 2021 she transferred to the 128 Air Refueling Wing(ARW) in Milwaukee retraining as an Aircraft Metals Tech.
After retiring from fighting in December 2022 she was quickly selected as a full time recruiter for the 128 ARW.
When asked what inspired the career move she said “I can help change someone’s life for the better and give them opportunities that they otherwise wouldn’t have.
It’s extremely rewarding.”
In 2018, Letson was a contestant on The Ultimate Fighter: Heavy Hitters.
She was the fourth pick for Team Whittaker.
Letson won the quarterfinal bout against Bea Malecki by unanimous decision.
She lost the bout by way of knockout in round one.
In January 2018 the UFC offered her a contract.
Letson made her UFC debut at the Ultimate Fighter finale, beating Julija Stoliarenko via split decision.
Letson was scheduled to face Sarah Moras on May 4, 2019, at UFC Fight Night 151.
However, Letson was removed from the fight in early April for an unspecified medical issue and replaced by Macy Chiasson.
She lost the fight via technical knockout in round three.
Letson was scheduled to face UFC newcomer Chelsea Chandler on October 1, 2022, at UFC Fight Night: Dern vs. Yan in a women's bantamweight bout.
However, Letson pulled out in late August due to personal reasons and was replaced by Julija Stoliarenko.
On January 9, 2023, Letson announced she was retiring from MMA due to losing love for the sport and its taxing nature.
Leah enlisted with the Air National Guard at the age of 19, serving as a Command and Control Specialist with Volk Field Wisconsin.
