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Tito Ortiz is a former UFC fighter who dominated the promotion in the early 2000s, and here is all you need to know about the MMA Fighter-turned-Boxer, including his net worth, salary, records and endorsements. Tito Ortiz is now in the list of top 50 richest UFC fighters of all time.

Tito Ortiz facts

Birth PlaceHuntington Beach, California
Father’s NameSamuel Ortiz
Mother’s NameJoyce
Star SignAquarius
Net Worth $20 million (estimated)
Last Fight EarningsTo be updated; Last UFC fight – $325,000
Age50
Date of BirthJanuary 23, 1975
EducationTo be updated
NationalityAmerican
MMA DebutMay 30, 1997
MMA Record21-12-1
DivisionsHeavyweight/Light-Heavyweight
AchievementsFormer UFC light-heavyweight champion
PartnerAmber Nichole Miller (since 2013) ; Jenna Jameson (former partner) and Kristin Ortiz (ex-wife)
ChildrenJesse Jameson Ortiz, Journey Jette Ortiz and Jacob Ortiz
EndorsementsGDOGE Coin
Social MediaInstagramTwitter

Tito Ortiz has been a part of the fight game for four decades. The 46-year old is set to make a venture into Boxing as well.

Last Updated: 12-09-2021

Tito Ortiz Net Worth and Payouts

Tito Ortiz has a net worth of $20 million. This is primarily due to his UFC career, as well as his political career.

Ortiz’s biggest payday was at UFC 132 against Ryan Bader. He made a whopping $525,000 for his unanimous decision win.

Tito Ortiz is one of the greatest UFC stars ever
Tito Ortiz is one of the UFC greats (UFC.com)

At UFC 47, the first known record of his disclosed payday, Ortiz earned $125,000 for an L against Chuck Liddell.

Tito Ortiz MMA career and UFC record

Tito Ortiz made his MMA debut at UFC 13 in May 1997. He took on Wes Albritton and earned a TKO victory in the very first round. However, he suffered a submission defeat that very night against Guy Mezger via. submission.

He exacted revenge against Mezger at UFC 19, 2 years later in a first-round TKO win. Ortiz then suffered his second defeat against Frank Shamrock at UFC 22, before going on a six-match winning streak that included a light-heavyweight title win.

Tito Ortiz is a former MMA star
Tito Ortiz attends Premiere Of “One Night: Joshua Vs. Ruiz” at Writers Guild Theater on November 21, 2019 (Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images)

Ortiz defended the title 5 times before losing to Randy Couture at UFC 44 in September 2003. Following a loss to Chuck Liddell in his next fight, Ortiz went on a 5-fight winning streak before losing to Chuck Liddell, once again, at UFC 66 in December 2006.

Ortiz then hit a very rough patch. He managed to win just one of his next 8 fights, which included 6 losses and 1 draw.

He was able to break his duck, only after joining Bellator. He earned back-to-back wins over Alexander Shlemenko and Stephan Bonnar.

Following a loss to Liam McGeary at Bellator 142, Ortiz beat Chael Sonnen at Bellator 170 before finally exacting his revenge over Chuck Liddell at Golden Boy Promotions: Liddell vs Ortiz 3.

Ortiz’s last win was over Alberto El Patron aka Alberto del Rio via. submission in the first round (back in December 2019).

Ortiz’s MMA record reads 21 wins, 12 losses and 1 draw.

Tito Ortiz Family, Personal Life and Endorsements

Tito Ortiz was born on the 23rd of January, 1975 in Huntington Beach, California to parents Samuel Ortiz and Joyce. He has three older half-brothers. Ortiz owns a clothing line and he also ventured into trading. Tito Ortiz bought a luxurious villa and he also entered farming.

He had a difficult childhood, and never really got along with his parents.

Tito Ortiz partner
Model Amber Nichole Miller (L) and mixed martial artist Tito Ortiz arrive at the UFC Hall of Fame’s class of 2018 induction ceremony at Palms Casino Resort on July 5, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Ortiz was married to Kristin from 2000 to 2005. He has a son with Kristin, named Jacob. He then began dating former pornstar Jenna Jameson in 2006. They were in a relationship for 7 years before splitting in 2013.

With Jameson, Ortiz has twins – Jesse Jameson Ortiz and Journey Jett Ortiz.

He then began dating model Amber Nichole Miller in 2013. The pair have been going strong for 8 years.

Ortiz endorses a cryptocurrency called GDOGE.

FAQs about Tito Ortiz

What is Tito Ortiz’s net worth?

Tito Ortiz has a net worth of $20 million.

When was Tito Ortiz born?

Tito Ortiz was born on the 23rd of January, 1975.

Where was Tito Ortiz born?

Tito Ortiz was born in Huntington Beach, California.

How old is Tito Ortiz?

Tito Ortiz is 50 years old.

When did Tito Ortiz make his UFC debut?

Tito Ortiz made his UFC debut on the 30th of May, 1997 at UFC 13.

Who is Tito Ortiz dating?

Tito Ortiz is in a relationship with model Amber Nichole Miller.

How many children does Tito Ortiz have?

Tito Ortiz has three children.

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