Rich Franklin Wiki, Age, Bio, Height, Wife, Career, and Net Worth

Rich Franklin is an American mixed martial artist who has won the UFC Middleweight title. He was born on October 5, 1974.

Wiki, Bio, Age, Family, Siblings, Childhood & Education

He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, and received his primary education there before attending William Henry Harrison High School for his secondary education. Rich graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics. He also taught at Oak Hills High School in Ohio before switching to Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). He was also given the nickname “Ace” due to his resemblance to Jim Carry’s character Ace Ventura.

Rich Franklin’s Height, Weight & Body Measurement

Rich Franklin, who was born on October 5, 1974, is 47 years old as of today, August 11, 2022. His height is 1.85 meters, and his weight is 84 kilograms.

Rich Franklin’s Profession & Career

He was a mathematics teacher at Oak Hills High School in Ohio before becoming a professional fighter in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Rich’s UFC career began with a 3-0 record, including a victory over UFC veteran Evan Tanner. On April 5, 2005, he competed in the main event of “The Ultimate Fighter 1 Finale,” the first live UFC card on free cable TV. In that fight, he faced former UFC champion Ken Shamrock and won by Technical Knock Out. Rich gained UFC stardom and the opportunity to compete for the UFC title as a result of this victory.

Rich Franklin’s Income And Net Worth

His net worth is around $5 million because professional fighters’ salaries are not determined, and the amount he won from all his fights averages $250,000.

Rich Franklin’s Wife, Marriage & Relationship

Rich Franklin was born to Richard Sr. and Vaila Franklin, who divorced when he was five. He is one of seven children. He has one biological brother and five stepbrothers and sisters. In 2002, he married Beth Franklin and had a son with her. In 2011, they divorced.

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