Charles Oliveira is a professional Brazilian mixed martial artist with a net worth of $2.5 million. He is also a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner. At present, he is professionally competing in the Lightweight division of UFC. Read this article to know Oliveira’s net worth, salary, earnings, wife, and other related information.
About Charles Oliveira
Oliveira first began training in the BJJ discipline at age 12. He won his major title in 2003 as a white belt only and later earned his black belt in 2010. The player first began his mixed martial arts career in 2007. During his initial years, he mostly competed in Brazil and earned a record of undefeated 12-0. Six of these wins came from knockouts.
In 2008, Oliveira made his professional debut in MMA. His debut event was under the Predator Fight Championship promotion. On the same night, he faced three opponents and defeated two via TKO and one via submission. Before joining the UFC, he quickly gathered an undefeated record of 12-0 once again.
In 2010, Charles Oliveira joined the UFC. In his debut match, he defeated Darren Elkins via submission and won the submission of the night award. On his third night under the UFC banner, the player faced his first professional career loss against Jim Miller.
Oliveira earned his career’s first title in 2021. Defeating Michael Chandler via TKO he earned the UFC Lightweight Championship. After one successful defense fight, he lost his title due to missing weight in May 2022. He currently holds a professional record of 33-8, among which 9 wins came via knockout and 21 via submission. He is scheduled to face Islam Makhachev on upcoming October 22, at UFC 280.
Charles Oliveira’s Net Worth
In 2023, Oliveira’s net worth is $2.5 million. He reportedly earned over $4.1 million from his career at the UFC. On average, the athlete earns $400,000 as a guaranteed payout from each of his professional bouts. Below is an overview of his income from recent fights –
| Event | Guaranteed Purse | Bonus | Endorsement |
| UFC 274 | $480,000 | $1,080,000 | $42,000 |
| UFC 269 | $400,000 | $50,000 | $42,000 |
| UFC 262 | $350,000 | $75,000 | $30,000 |
| UFC 256 | $115,000 | $115,000 | $20,000 |
| UFC Fight Night: Lee vs Oliveira | $110,000 | $132,000 | $20,000 |
Oliveira’s Endorsements
The Brazilian is a Rebook-sponsored athlete. Additionally, he often does paid sponsorship advertisements. The player also recently joined Roobet, the crypto betting platform.
Quick Facts:
| Full Name | Charles Oliveira de Silva |
| Nickname | Do Bronx |
| Profession | Mixed martial arts |
| Division | Lightweight |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Date of Birth | October 17, 1989 |
| Debut | 2008 |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) |
| Weight | 156 lb (71 kg) |
| Age | 33 |
| Birthplace | Guaruja, Sao Paulo, Brazil |
| Nationality | Brazilian |
| Net Worth | $2 million |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Father’s Name | n/a |
| Mother’s Name | Ozana Oliveira |
| Salary | $400,000 |
| Twitter Handle | @CharlesDoBronxs |
| Instagram Handle | @charlesdobronxs |
Charles Oliveira’s Wife
Oliveira is married to Talita Roberta Pereira. Pereira is a Brazilian BJJ practicionar and a trainer. She is a member of the Centro de Treinamento Charles Oliveira Gold Team. The couple got married in 2014 and welcomed their first child, a daughter named Tayla in 2017.
His Age
Oliveira was born on October 17, 1989, in Guaruja, Sao Paulo, Brazil. The athlete only recently turned 33 years old.
His Height and Weight
The lightweight division mixed martial artist is 5 ft 10 in (178 cm). He currently weighs 156 lb (71 kg). The player is notoriously known for missing weight class.
His Nickname
Oliveira is popularly known via his quirky in-ring nickname “Do Bronx”. The nickname “Do Bronx” translates to “Charles of the Bronx” or “Charles of the Favela.” When he originally joined the Macao Gold Team, he was given the unique nickname.
Charles Oliveira’s stats
Mixed Martial Arts Career Overview
| Category | Win | Loss |
| Knockout | 9 | 4 |
| Submission | 21 | 3 |
| Decision | 3 | 1 |
| No Contest | 1 | |
Professional Titles
| Title | Year |
| UFC Lightweight Championship | 2021-2022 |
UFC Career Stats: 2022 YTD
| Category | Stats |
| Significant Strikes Landed per Minute | 3.53 |
| Significant Striking Accuracy | 53% |
| Significant Strikes Absorbed per Minute | 3.18 |
| Significant Strike Defense | 52% |
| Avg Takedowns Landed per 15min | 2.46 |
| Takedown Accuracy | 40% |
| Takedown Defense | 57% |
| Avg Submissions Attempted per 15min | 2.9 |
Top Finishes: Charles Oliveira
FAQ about Charles Oliveira
What is Charles Oliveira’s Net Worth in 2023?
Oliveira’s net worth is $2.5 million in 2023.
Is Oliveira Married?
Yes. The Brazilian MMA star is married to Taila Roberta Pereira.
How Tall is He?
He is 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) tall.
How Old is Oliveira?
The professional MMA athlete is 33 years old.
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