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Anderson Silva is one of the greatest MMA stars of all time and has a huge net worth thanks to his performances in the Octagon. Anderson Silva is now in the list of 50 richest UFC fighters of all time.

Anderson Silva Facts

Birth PlaceSao Paulo, Brazil
Father’s NameJuarez Silva
Mother’s NameVera Lucia da Silva
Star SignAries
Net Worth $14 million (estimated)
Last Fight Earnings$600,000
Age50
Date of BirthApril 14, 1975
EducationTo be updated
NationalityBrazilian
MMA DebutJune 25, 1997
MMA Record34-11
DivisionsLight-Heavyweight/Middleweight
AchievementsFormer UFC Middleweight Champion
PartnerDayane
ChildrenThree sons and two daughters
EndorsementsAdidas
Social MediaInstagramTwitter

Anderson ‘The Spider’ Silva has achieved a lot of success in the MMA world and will go down as a legend in the sport.

The now 47-year-old didn’t have the greatest of upbringings as he wasn’t from an all-that well-to-do family in Brazil.

Last Updated: 29-10-2022

Anderson Silva is one of the best ever in the UFC
Anderson Silva of Brazil pose for photographers during the UFC Media Day at Escola de Boxe Cesario Bezerra on April 17, 2019 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

Silva used to stay with his aunt and uncle but started training in MMA during his teens. He made a name for himself across several promotions in Japan and Brazil before becoming a huge star.

The UFC saw the best of Silva as he won several titles in the Middleweight division. Silva also holds the record of holding the title for the longest time with a reign of 2,457 days but all good things must come to an end.

Anderson Silva Net worth and Payouts

Anderson Silva is one of the biggest stars in MMA and his reported net worth is stated to be $14m. His last fight against Uriah Hall was in 2020 and Anderson Silva earned $620,000 as earnings. Anderson Silva’s overall salary in UFC is more than $9,000,000.

As with all fighters, Silva doesn’t earn a salary but is paid per fight. Most of the payouts available are from his UFC days and his first outing for the promotion saw him earn $66,000.

Silva had some huge earnings during his days as the champion with $260,000 coming in the win over Benson Henderson.

Anderson Silva has an impressive MMA and UFC record
Anderson Silva waits for the start of a middleweight fight against Nick Diaz during UFC 183 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on January 31, 2015 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Silva won by unanimous decision. (Photo by Steve Marcus/Getty Images)

Defeating Chael Sonnen at UFC 177 saw him get a payout of $320,000. However, in the losses against Chris Weidman, Silva made a staggering $600,000 per event.

Silva also made $820,000 in the win over Derek Brunson while in his outing against Jared Cannonier he made $620,000. He also made around $750,000 in his final UFC outing against Uriah Hall.

Anderson Silva MMA and UFC record

Anderson Silva has an incredible MMA record of 34 wins, 11 losses and 1 no-contest. The Brazilian-American first won a title for the Shooto promotion as he beat Hayato Sakurai in 2001 in Japan.

He won the Rage Cage Middleweight title too before making his move to the UFC. Silva made his UFC debut in 2006 and went on a 16-fight winning streak.

Anderson Silva lost to Israel Adesanya
Israel Adesanya punches Anderson Silva during their Middleweight bout during UFC234 at Rod Laver Arena on February 10, 2019 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

He won the Middleweight title in his second UFC fight and only lost it in 2013 to Chris Weidman. That was his first loss in the UFC and then a bit of a losing streak started.

Silva lost five of his next seven fights and his UFC record stands at 17 wins, six losses and one no contest.

Anderson Silva last fought Uriah Hall on 31 October 2020. However, there are no plans for him to fight next after the loss to Hall.

Silva was shockingly released by the UFC, and it is to be seen who he signs for next.

Anderson Silva Family, Personal Life and Endorsements

Anderson Silva was born on the 14th of April, 1975 in Sao Paulo, Brazil to parents Juarez Silva and Vera Lucia da Silva.

Silva is married to Dayane and has five children – three sons and two daughters.

While at the top of his game, Anderson Silva endorsed several brands like Nike, Burger King and many others. He also endorsed products of Adidas, Corinthians, and 9INE. His overall endorsement earnings have crossed the $5 million mark.

Anderson Silva Boxing Career

Following his release from the UFC, Silva took up Boxing. He had already boxed twice before. Once in 1998 and the other in 2005.

Anderson Silva Boxing
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and Anderson Silva (MMA FIGHTING)

In his third boxing match, Silva took on Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and earned a narrow split decision win over the hometown favourite.

‘The Spider’ then flatlined former MMA star Tito Ortiz in a stunning first-round KO win.

Silva’s boxing record currently reads 3 wins and 2 losses.

FAQs about Anderson Silva

What is Anderson Silva’s net worth?

Anderson Silva has a net worth of $14 million.

When was Anderson Silva born?

Anderson Silva was born on the 14th of April, 1975.

Where was Anderson Silva born?

Anderson Silva was born in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

What is Anderson Silva’s nickname?

Anderson Silva’s nickname is ‘Spider.’

When did Anderson Silva make his UFC debut?

Anderson Silva made his UFC debut on the 28th of June, 2006 at UFC Fight Night 5.

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