Holly Holm is a former professional mixed martial artist and a former professional boxer from the United States. She is widely known for her victory over Ronda Rousey, which earned her the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Championship in 2015. She was born on October 17, 1981, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and is currently 41 years old. She stands at a height of 5’8″ (173 cm) and weighs approximately 135 pounds (61 kg).
Personal Life
Holm was raised in Bosque Farms, New Mexico, and is the youngest of three children. Her father, Roger Holm, was a Church of Christ preacher, while her mother, Tammy Bredy, was a massage therapist. She attended Manzano High School in Albuquerque and was a state champion in both boxing and kickboxing. Holm earned a degree in exercise science from the University of New Mexico in 2004.
Holm is married to Jeff Kirkpatrick, whom she met in college. The couple has been together since 2001 and tied the knot in 2012. They have a son named David, who was born in 2014.
Career
Boxing
Holm began her boxing career in 2002 and won her first professional fight in January of 2003. She quickly made a name for herself in the sport, winning multiple titles in three weight classes, including the International Boxing Federation (IBF) female welterweight title, the World Boxing Association (WBA) female welterweight title, and the World Boxing Council (WBC) female welterweight title. She also won the International Female Boxers Association (IFBA) light welterweight title and the International Women’s Boxing Federation (IWBF) welterweight title. Holm retired from boxing in 2013 with a record of 33 wins (9 by KO), 2 losses, and 3 draws.
MMA
Holm began her MMA career in 2011 and quickly made a name for herself in the sport. She won her first four fights before signing with the UFC in 2014. In November of that year, she faced off against Ronda Rousey for the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Championship. Despite being a massive underdog, Holm shocked the world by knocking out Rousey in the second round to win the title. She lost the title in her next fight against Miesha Tate but bounced back with a win over Valentina Shevchenko. In 2017, she faced off against Cris Cyborg for the UFC Women’s Featherweight Championship but lost the fight. She retired from MMA in 2021 with a record of 14 wins (7 by KO), 5 losses, and 0 draws.
Net Worth
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Holly Holm has an estimated net worth of $4 million as of 2023. Her wealth is primarily from her successful career in boxing and MMA, as well as from endorsements and sponsorships.
Conclusion
Holly Holm is a trailblazer in the world of combat sports, having achieved great success in both boxing and MMA. Her victory over Ronda Rousey will forever be remembered as one of the greatest upsets in sports history. Holm is a true inspiration to aspiring athletes everywhere and has left an indelible mark on the world of combat sports.
| Name | Holly Holm |
|---|---|
| Age | 41 |
| Height | 5’8″ (173 cm) |
| Weight | 135 lbs (61 kg) |
| Education | Degree in Exercise Science from the University of New Mexico |
| Boxing Career | 33 wins ( |
