Donald Cerrone is an retired American professional mixed martial artist. Donald competes in the Lightweight division and is presently unraked on UFC Lightweight rankings. Cerrone has four Muay Thai Championship. However, he never became an MMA Champion in any promotions.
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Cerrone faced Jim Miller on July 2, 2022, at UFC 276. He lost the fight via guillotine choke submission in the second round. After the game in post-fight interview he announced his retirement.
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Donald Cerrone: Biography
| Full name | Donald Anthony Cerrone |
| Nickname | Cowboy |
| Date of birth | 29-March-1983 |
| Birthplace | Denver, Colorado, U.S. |
| Age | 39 |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Father’s name | Under Review |
| Mother’s name | Under Review |
| Siblings | Under Review |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 6 feet (1.83 m) |
| Weight | 70 Kg (155 pounds) |
| Body measurement | Under Review |
| Body type | Athletic body |
| Eye color | Brown |
| Hair color | Dark Brown |
| Shoe size | Under Review |
| Religion | Christian |
| Sexuality | Straight |
| Marital status | Engaged |
| Fiancé | Lindsay Sheffield |
| Children | 2 |
| Son | Dacson Danger Cerrone and Riot River Cerrone |
| Net worth | $9 million |
| Salary | $200k-$500k |
| Profession | Mixed Martial Artist |
| Social media presence | Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter |
| Source of Income | Salary and Bonuses, endorsement, sponsorship, and merchandise |
| Last Updated | Januray 2023 |
Early Life
Donald Cerrone was born on March 29 1983, in Denver, Colorado, US. His family information is not available and will be updated as soon as possible.
Cerrone is of Italian Descent. He was diagnosed with attention deficit disorder but never received treatment.
Cerrone used to get in street fights during his teenage and would often end up in jail. He was moved to his grandmother by his parents due to his behavior.
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However, his behavior never changed and he still went to jail for numerous street fights. His grandmother used to bail him out of jail. At 20, he started training in kickboxing and Muay Thai. Later he pursued his career in MMA.
Education
Donald completed his primary schooling at his local school. He also attended Air Academy High School, where he began professional bull riding.
Donald Cerrone Age, Height, Weight, Body Measurement
Donald Cerrone was born on March 29 1983. Currently, Donald is 39 years old. Cerrone is 6 feet tall or 183cm tall and weighs around 70 kg or 155 lbs.
His sun sign is Aries and follows Christian as religion.
He was born in Denver, Colorado, USA. Furthermore, Donald is Americal national and belongs to white ethinicity.
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Cerrone’s body measurements and shoe size are under review and will be updated as soon as possible. He has hair is dark brown and his eyes are brown. Cerrone’s zodiac sign is Aries.
Donald Cerrone Vs.
Donald Cerrone vs. Conor McGregor
On January 18, 2020, Cerrone was set to face McGregor at UFC 246 as the card’s main event. McGregor technically knocked Cerrone via head kick and punches and won the fight in the first round.
Donald Cerrone vs. Anthony Pettis
This lightweight bout was set for UFC 249 on May 9, 2020. Pettis won the fight via unanimous decision.
Donald Cerrone vs. Niko Price
This lightweight bout was set for UFC Fight Night: Covington vs. Woodley on September 19, 2020, in the United States. The fight was overturned by NSAC and was declared No Contest. The fight was originally a majority draw. However, it got overturned after Price tested positive for marijuana.
Donald Cerrone vs. Alex Morono
On May 8, 2021, at UFC Fight Night, Cerrone faced Alex Morono in a Lightweight bout. Morono technically knocked Cerrone via punches and won the fight in the first round.
Who is Donald Cerrone Wife?
Cerrone is engaged to his long love Lindsay Sheffield. The couple met each other in 2014 at a country bar in Amarillo, Texas.
Donald posted a Q&A video on his YouTube channel in which he discussed briefly how he met Lindsay.
Donald Cerrone went to a country pub called “midnight rodeo” with Rashad Evans, where he met Lindsay for the first time.
The couple has two sons. The first son, Dacson Danger Cerrone, was born on June 29, 2018, and their second son, Riot River Cerrone, was born on September 11 2020.
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Sheffield was born in June 1984. She attended West Texas A&M University. She has a nursing degree from Grand Canyon University.
Donald Cerrone Net Worth
Donald Cerrone net worth is $9 million as 2023.
Cerrone earned $221,000 for his lightweight bout against Alex Morono at UFC Fight Night. His highest earning from a fight at UFC came against Al Iaquinta in Lightweight Championship, which was $41,000. His base salary is around $200,000. After bonuses and sponsorships, he earns about $200k – $500k a fight.
Cerrone makes most of his money not just from fighting in the Octagon, but also through lucrative sponsorship deals and advertisements.
Donald Cerrone Instagram
Twitter: 741.5k followers
Instagram: 2.4m followers
Early Career
Donald Cerrone made his professional MMA debut at Ring of Fire 21: Full Blast on February 11, 2006, against Nate Mohr. Cerrone submitted Mohr via triangle choke and won the fight in the first round.
His next fight was against Cruz Chacon at American Championship Fighting: Genesis on February 24, 2006. Cerrone submitted Chacon via triangle choke and won the fight in the second round.
On June 17, 2006, Cerrone fought Craig Tennant at Ring of Fire 24: Integrity. Cerrone submitted Tennant via armbar and won the fight in the first round.
Next, he fought Jesse Brock at Ring of Fire on September 9, 2006, and submitted Brock via triangle choke in the first round.
On February 16, 2007, Cerrone fought Ryan Roberts on Ring of Fire and won the fight via submission in the first round.
Cerrone fought Anthony Njokuani and submitted Njokuani via triangle choke and won the fight in the first round.
Similarly, On June 9, 2007, Cerrone fought Yasunori Kanehara and submitted him via triangle choke in the second round.
On September 7, 2007, Cerrone fought Kenneth Alexander at WEC 30. However, the fight has declared no contest as Cerrone tested positive for hydrochlorothiazide.
Additonal Career
His next WEC fight was against Danny Castillo on June 1, 2008. Cerrone submitted Castillo via armbar in the first round.
Next, he fought Rob McCullough on November 5, 2008. Cerrone won the fight via unanimous decision.
His first MMA loss came against Jamie Varner at WEC 38 on January 25, 2009. Varner won the fight via split decision.
Next, he fought James Krause on WEC 41. Donald won the fight via submission in the first round.
His second MMA loss came against Benson Henderson at WEC 43. Henderson won the fight via unanimous decision.
On December 19, 2009, Cerrone fought Ed Ratcliff at WEC 45 and submitted Ratcliff via rear-naked choke.
His 3rd MMA loss came against Ben Henderson on April 24, 2010, at WEC 48. Henderson submitted Cerrone via guillotine choke.
2011- Present
On February 5, 2011, Cerrone made his UFC debut against Paul Kelly and won the fight via submission in the second round.
Similarly, on June 11, 2011, Cerrone fought Vagner Rocha at UFC 131 and won the fight via unanimous decision.
On August 14 2011, Cerrone fought current UFC Lightweight champion Charles Oliveira. Cerrone technically knocked Oliveira via punches in the first round and won the fight.
Next, he fought Dennis Siver at UFC 137 on October 29, 2011. He submitted Siver in the first round and won the fight.
His first UFC loss came against Nate Diaz on December 30, 2011, at UFC 141. Diaz won the fight via unanimous decision.
Next on May 15, 2012, he fought Jeremy Stephens and won the fight via unanimous decision.
On August 11, 2012, Cerrone fought Melvin Guillard at UFC 150. Cerrone knocked out Guillard via head kick and punch in the first round.
Next on May 25, 2013, Cerrone fought K.J. Noons at UFC 160. Cerrone won the fight via unanimous decision.
He tasted his next loss against Rafael dos Anjos on August 28, 2013. Cerrone lost the fight via unanimous decision.
Additional Career
His seventh MMA loss came against Rafael dos Anjos on December 19, 2015. Cerrone was technically knocked out in the first round via punches.
On August 20, 2016, Cerrone fought Rick Story and won the fight via technical knockout in the second round.
His eighth loss came against Jorge Masvidal on January 28, 2017. Masvidal technically knocked Cerrone via punches in the second round.
He also lost his next two fights. The first loss was against Robbie Lawler and the second loss was against Darren Till.
His 11th loss was against Leon Edwards on June 23, 2018. Edward lost via unanimous decision.
He won his next three fights against Mike Perry, Alexander Hernandez, and Al Iaquinta.
On January 18, 2020, Cerrone was set to face McGregor at UFC 246 as the card’s main event. McGregor technically knocked Cerrone via head kick and punches and won the fight in the first round.
This lightweight bout was set for UFC 249 on May 9, 2020. Pettis won the fight via unanimous decision.
This lightweight bout was set for UFC Fight Night: Covington vs. Woodley on September 19, 2020, in the United States. The fight was overturned by NSAC and was declared No Contest. The fight was originally a majority draw. However, it got overturned after Price tested positive for marijuana.
On May 8, 2021, at UFC Fight Night, Cerrone faced Alex Morono in a Lightweight bout. Morono technically knocked Cerrone via punches and won the fight in the first round.
Donald Cerrone Movie Career
Donald Cerrone has been in a number of modest parts in film and television since 2017, including the 2020 Netflix feature Spenser Confidential.
He’s also acted in films including The Equalizer 2, The Harder They Fall, and The Commando.
likewise, Donald is said to be in the forthcoming Daily Wire thriller Terror on the Prairie, starring opposite Gina Carano.
He has also appeared in television shows such as It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Godless, The Night Shift, and The Terminal List.
FAQ About Donald Cerrone
Did Donald Cerrone retire?
He concluded his career with a total of 48 appearances in the WEC and UFC.
Who is Donald Cerrone Wife?
Lindsay Sheffield is Donald Cerrone wife.
What is Donald Cerrone Net Worth?
Donald Cerrone net worth is $9 million.
