Leon Edwards Age, Height, Birthday Dates and Biography 2024

Currently, Leon Edwards is 32 years old. He was born on August 25, 1991. He is a former challenger for the UFC Welterweight Championship.

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On August 25th, Leon Edwards was born in 1991 in the beautiful town of Kingston, Jamaica. He belongs to a family with links to the Mixed martial artist. Leon Edwards is a Jamaican-born English professional mixed martial artist. He is the current UFC Welterweight Champion.

Edwards was born on August 25, 1991, in Kingston, Jamaica. He began training in mixed martial arts at the age of 19. He made his professional debut in 2011. In 2014, Edwards signed with the UFC, the world’s premier MMA organization. In August 2023, Edwards defeated Kamaru Usman by knockout in the fifth round to win the UFC Welterweight Championship. Check out Terry Francona’s Net Worth.

Leon Edwards Age

Currently, Leon Edwards is 33 years old as of 2024. He has a brother named Fabian Edwards (born March 24, 1993) is also a mixed martial artist. Leon Edwards is a tall player who stands at 6′ 0″ and weighs 170 lbs. Leon Edwards is known by the nickname “Rocky.”

NameLeon Edwards
Nick NameRocky
ProfessionMixed martial artist
Birthday25 August 1991
Birth SignVirgo
BirthplaceKingston, Jamaica
Leon Edwards Age33 years
Division:Middleweight (2011); Welterweight (2011, 2012–present)
Siblings:Fabian Edwards

Leon Edwards Father

Leon Edwards’s father passed away when Leon was just 13 years old. The details of his death are not widely available, but it is reported to have been a shooting at a nightclub that stemmed from a financial dispute.

This incident had a deep impact on Leon’s life. He has spoken openly about how he almost followed the same path as his father, but ultimately chose martial arts as a way to avoid that fate. Must Read Clayton Kershaw’s Net Worth.

Leon Edwards’s Birthday Dates

YearDateDay
2024August 25Sunday
2025August 25Monday
2026August 25Tuesday
2027August 25Wednesday
2028August 25Friday
Leon Edwards

Leon Edwards Biography

Leon Edwards, famous all around the world by his ring name, Rocky is a professional mixed martial artist from the United Kingdom, making waves in the American mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion company “Ultimate Fighting Championship” (UFC) welterweight division. He was born in Kingston, Jamaica, on August 25, 1991. The information about the name and occupation of his parents is not available anywhere on the internet.

He was raised in Kingston, along with his brother Fabian Edwards, and completed his primary education from there. Later he moved to Birmingham, United Kingdom, and began his martial arts journey in boxing before transitioning to mixed martial arts (MMA).

He started his professional MMA career in 2011 and quickly gained attention for his well-rounded skill set. He has showcased his versatility in striking and grappling, earning victories over notable opponents. As far as his personal life is concerned, currently, he is unmarried and is not dating anyone. You may also check Jenna Marbles’s Net Worth.

Real NameLeon Edwards
Nick Name:Leon Edwards
Birth Place:Kingston, Jamaica
Date Of Birth:25 August 1991
Age:33 years old 
Height:In Centimetres – 183 cm
In Feet and Inches – 6′ 0″
Weight:In Kilograms – 77 kg
In Pounds – 170 lbs.
Eye Colour:Black
Hair Colour:Black
Education:Aston Manor Academy
Religion:Christian
Nationality:British
Zodiac Sign:Virgo
Gender:Male
Sexual Orientation:Straight
Kids/Children Name:N/A
Profession:Mixed martial artist
Net Worth:$3 Million

Leon Edwards Relationship and More

Leon Edwards is not married yet. But he is dating a girl named Madison Beer as per various media reports.

AffairsN/A
GirlfriendMadison Beer
Best FriendN/A
SpouseN/A
DivorceN/A
ChildrenN/A
ParentsN/A
SiblingsFabian Edwards

Education

Leon Edwards completed his early schooling at a local school in his hometown Kingston. Later he attended Aston Manor Academy. He developed a passion for martial arts at a very young age and used to attend training for martial arts during his school days.  Information about his further education is available anywhere on the internet. 

FAQs

What is the age of Leon Edwards?

Currently, Leon Edwards is 33 years old (25 August 1991).

What is the height of Leon Edwards?

The height of Leon Edwards is 1.83 m.

What is the Weight of Leon Edwards?

The Weight of Leon Edwards is 77 Kg or 170 lbs.

Does Leon Edwards have a nickname?

Leon Edwards’ nickname is u0022Rocky.u0022

Where is Leon Edwards from?

Leon Edwards was born in Kingston, Jamaica, but his family moved to Birmingham, England when he was a child.

Rakesh Saini

Rakesh Saini is a freelance writer based in Charlotte, NC. Born and raised on Long Island, New York, she left the LI beaches behind to start her collegiate career at North Carolina A&T State University, receiving her Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communications.

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