Bruce Buffer is one of the most well-known faces in the UFC and here is more about his net worth, family and career. Also, find out the 50 richest UFC stars in history.
Bruce Buffer Facts
| Birthplace | Tulsa, Oklahoma |
| Father’s name | Joe Buffer |
| Mother’s name | Connie Buffer |
| Zodiac | Gemini |
| Net Worth | $12 million |
| Last fight earnings | $100,000 |
| Annual Income | $2 Million (Estimated) |
| Age | 68 |
| Date of Birth | 21 May, 1957 |
The UFC has several known faces who aren’t fighting inside the Octagon. Joe Rogan, Jon Anik, Dana White and even some of the referees such as Herb Dean have become faces for the promotion.
However, there is a voice of the promotion too, Bruce Buffer. The 64-year-old has enthralled fight fans by announcing the participants and the winners of the biggest fights.
The snazzy suits Buffer wears has a separate fanbase. Rogan was once left in awe after Buffer was dressed on “another level.”
Buffer has several catchphrases too and certainly gets people going when he starts announcing a fight. The American also has a history of practising MMA and here is all you need to know about him.
Bruce Buffer Net worth and salary
Bruce Buffer is known for his incredible entrances for UFC stars and has a reported net worth of $12 million in 2024. Bruce Buffer has earned more than $3 million from UFC. He also owns the marketing company, Millions.co. He also invested in FanDuel. Bruce Buffer was also the brand ambassador of the Vechain Foundation. Bruce Buffer is also the owner of Buffer Enterprises, Inc and King & Bay.
He is present in almost every UFC event across the world, and makes $100,000 per fight as a salary. The UFC and Bruce Buffer are synonymous now, and it is hard to think of a UFC event that didn’t feature him.
Bruce Buffer MMA training
While Buffer might be known for his excellent microphone skills and his style of announcing UFC stars, the 67-year old actually is trained in a couple of MMA.
He got into MMA at the age of 13 and learned Judo in Philadelphia. Buffer also said he earned a green belt in that and even became friends with two black belts that trained with Chuck Norris.
Buffer also holds a second-degree black belt in Tang Soo Do and got into Kickboxing. However, he suffered a second concussion at the age of 32 and had to stop heavy sparring.
Bruce Buffer Family
Bruce Buffer is actually related to another top announcer, Michael Buffer. Michael is known for his trademark styles in wrestling and boxing promotions.
Bruce is the half brother of Michael, and it was their father who introduced the pair in 1989. Bruce had been watching Michael on TV for years and on a road trip asked his father if he knew who the other Buffer was.
His father claimed that Michael could be the brother of Bruce. It was later revealed that their father had married before enlisting in the army and Michael was born. However, his father divorced and didn’t see much of Michael, who was raised by foster parents with another surname.
The pair have since worked together to form a company and grow their business via licensing and appearances. The name of the company is The Buffer Partnership.
Bruce Buffer Nickname and announcing style
Bruce is called the “Voice of the Octagon” and that is an appropriate nickname for the American.
He is known for his catchphrase, “It’s time” and has a habit of exaggerating some letters in a fighter’s name.
Buffer is also known for doing several spins and turns while introducing stars. He is known for his Buffer 180 and also a Buffer 360 where he spins around. The American is also known to point towards the corner from where a fighter is being introduced.
Bruce Buffer Other appearances
Bruce has made several appearances outside the UFC in movies, TV shows and more. He is the official announcer of the World Series of Beer Pong and is a great poker player too.
Buffer has appeared on other MMA promotions too but the UFC is his regular gig. The American also was part of the movie Holmes and Watson (2018) where he appeared alongside his brother, Michael.
He has also appeared in several games where he has lent his voice.
FAQs about Bruce Buffer
Bruce Buffer has a net worth of approximately $12 million.
Bruce Buffer was born on the 21st of May, 1957.
Bruce Buffer is 68 years old.
Bruce Buffer’s salary is $100,000 per event.
Bruce Buffer’s brother is Michael Buffer.
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