Wanderlei Silva is a retired UFC fighter from Brazil. Let us see his Net Worth, Salary, and Records. Also, find the top 50 richest UFC fighters.
Wanderlei Silva Facts
| Birthplace | Curitiba, Brazil |
| Age | 48 |
| Net Worth | $18 million |
| Division | Heavyweight, Middleweight, Lightweight |
| UFC Record | 35-14-1 |
| Endorsements | Adidas |
| Wife | Tea Lee |
| Children | 2 |
| Social Media | |
| Date of Birth | 3 July, 1976 |
| Turned Pro | 1996 |
| University | Cégep Édouard-Montpetit |
| Teams | Chute Boxe Academy, Wand Fight Team, Kings MMA, Evolução Thai Brasil |
Wanderlei Silva Career & Records
Wanderlei Silva began his MMA career in 1996. His first UFC match was in 1998 and he lost the fight against Vitor Belfort. Wanderlei Silva began his career in an unforgettable way within 44 seconds, but he then became a successful fighter in the UFC by winning 35 fights and losing 14.
In 1999, he won UFC 20 against Tony Petarra by the Knock Out method. At UFC 84, Wanderlei Silva won the clash against Keith Jardine and earned $75,000 as a prize. Wanderlei Silva also won the Fight of the Night award five times after beating Rich Franklin, Chuck Liddell, Brian Stann, and Cung Le.
Wanderlei Silva also holds the record of winning 27 Fighte in Zuffa, LLC. Wanderlei Silva lost UFC 99 against Rich Franklin, but secured an amount of $60,000. Silva also won $100,000 at UFC on Fuel TV 8 for defeating Brian Stann in the Light heavyweight bout by knockout (punches).
In his last UFC, Brian Stann won the fight against Quinton Jackson at Bellator 206. He won the Heavyweight bout in 2 rounds (4:32). Wanderlei Silva retired from UFC with a good record of 35-14-1 and he is one of the most successful UFC fighters in history.
Wanderlei Silva Net Worth & Salary
Wanderlei Silva has an estimated net worth of $18 million. He was one of the top-paid MMA fighters during his career. Wanderlei Silva accumulated more than $5 million from UFC fights. There is no information about Wanderlei Silva’s average UFC salary.
Wanderlei Silva Endorsements & Business
Wanderlei Silva is one of the richest fighters in UFC and MMA. His lucrative deals with top brands like Utopix and Adidas. Silva is an investor in trading and skincare products. Wanderlei Silva has many properties and luxurious villas. He was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2024. Silva also trains fighters in the academy.
Wanderlei Silva Personal Life & Family
Silva was born in Curitiba, Brazil. He turned pro in 1996. In UFC, he competed in three major divisions including the Heavyweight,
Light Heavyweight, and Middleweight. Wanderlei Silva is a UFC Middleweight champion, and he also has the most knockdowns and knockouts in Zuffa, LLC. He has also acted in films like Kickboxer: Retaliation and Here Comes the Boom.
Wanderlei Silva married his girlfriend, Tea in 2002. They both have a son named Thor. Wanderlei Silva also has a daughter from his previous relationship. Silva is an icon in the UFC and Sem Coleira, a Portuguese biography book based on Silva was published in 2020. He was diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy in 2018.
FAQ
What is the Net Worth of Wanderlei Silva?
- Wanderlei Silva has an estimated net worth of $18 million
What is the Age of Wanderlei Silva?
- Wanderlei Silva is 48 years old
Who is the Wife of Wanderlei Silva?
- Wanderlei Silva is married to Tea
How many children does Wanderlei Silva have?
- Wanderlei Silva has one son and one daughter
What are the endorsements of Wanderlei Silva?
- Utopix and Adidas are Wanderlei Silva’s known endorsements
