Daniel Cormier is still a famous figure, despite retiring from active wrestling. The retired mixed martial artist and Olympic Wrestler made history when he became the second fighter to hold titles in two different weight classes simultaneously.
Apart from holding titles in two different weight classes, he became the first fighter to defend the titles in different divisions. Daniel has been part of UFC and represented his country in wrestling.
Daniel has represented the USA Olympic team six times and won a bronze medal on one occasion. Moreover, he has taken part in the Pan American Games, where he won a gold medal. The numerous titles Daniel has won over the years have enabled him to have handsome earnings which have contributed positively towards his net worth.
Net Worth and Salary
Daniel Cormier’s net worth is $6 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. The retired American mixed martial artist and wrestler has been able to accumulate a net worth through wrestling.
In UFC history, Daniel became the first person to defend two titles in different divisions. Moreover, he was the second person in UFC history to hold titles in different weight classes.
Daniel has participated in numerous Olympic events where he has represented his country and won a bronze medal.
In July 2018, Daniel received a flat rate of $500,000 for the win against Stipe Miocic at UFC 226. In August 2019, the champion failed to defend his title after a rematch with Stipe. Despite losing, he earned $750,000 while Stipe took home $500,000.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Daniel Cormier was born on March 20, 1979, in Lafayette, Louisiana. He grew up with his four siblings, but life was not easy for him and the family. While Daniel was still young, he experienced the shooting of his father, which led to his untimely death.
When Daniel was in high school, he began wrestling. He won 3 Louisiana State Championships and lost only 2 times after leaving 9th grade. He set a good record of 101-9 by the time he was completing his high school education.
After high school, Daniel joined Colby Community College in Kansas and continued with his wrestling journey. He was a two-time junior college champion before he transferred to Oklahoma State University to wrestle in Division I.
Despite his hard work, he lost six times to Cael Sanderson and would not attain the All-American status.
Career and Fame
Daniel continued wrestling even after leaving Oklahoma State University. After university, he began Freestyle Wrestling, before he eventually ended up playing in various events. He completed fourth in the 2004 Olympics and continued representing in the Wrestling World Championship, Pan American Games, and Real Pro Wrestling league among others.
Later, he began practicing as a kickboxer and won his first match in Australia. By 2010, Daniel was an upcoming fighter at Strikeforce. He defeated several fighters during his time at Strikeforce including Jason Riley, and rose to fame.
In 2013, Daniel had his first fight in UFC against Frank Mir, He defeated other fighters later including Roy Nelon, Dan Henderson, and many more, building a name for himself.
