Danny Chavez is an American professional mixed martial artist who competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) featherweight division. Chavez has been a professional fighter since 2010 and is known for his striking abilities and Colombian heritage.
You can follow Danny Chavez’s biography, personal details, career overview, net worth, fight purse, fight records, achievements, and more here.
Danny Chavez’s Biography
| Detail | Information |
| Full Name | Danny Chavez |
| Nickname | “The Colombian Warrior” |
| Date of Birth | March 14, 1987 |
| Age | 35 |
| Nationality | American |
| Place of Birth | Queens, New York, USA |
| Height | 5’8″ (173 cm) |
| Weight | 145 lbs (65.8 kg) |
| Weight Class | Featherweight |
| Reach | 67″ |
| Team | MMA Masters |
| Fighting Style | Mixed Martial Arts |
| Professional Debut | 2010 |
| UFC Debut | August 15, 2020 (UFC 252) |
| Favorite Grappling Technique | Kimura and triangle choke |
| Favorite Striking Technique | Jab |
| Previous Occupation | Personal Trainer |
Danny Chavez was born on March 14, 1987, in Queens, New York. At the age of five, he moved to Miami with his family.
Two years later, he relocated to Bogotá, Colombia, to live with his father. Chavez spent his formative years in the Kennedy neighborhood of Bogotá until he was 14 years old.
Professional Career
Danny Chavez’s professional mixed martial arts career began in 2010. He amassed a record of 11 wins, 5 losses, and 1 draw, with 3 of his victories coming by knockout.
A significant milestone in his pre-UFC career was winning the Global Legion FC Featherweight Championship in July 2020.
This victory served as a springboard to the UFC, where he made his debut just a month later at UFC 252 on August 15, 2020. In his promotional debut, Chavez secured a unanimous decision victory over T.J. Brown.
Following his successful UFC debut, Chavez lost a unanimous decision to Jared Gordon in February 2021 and fought to a majority draw against Kai Kamaka III in July of the same year. His UFC tenure concluded in June 2022 with a knockout loss to Ricardo Ramos.
Danny Chavez’s Net Worth Details
Danny Chavez’s net worth is estimated to be $500k as of 2025.
His primary earnings source appears to be his fight purses from his professional MMA career, including his UFC fights.
Fight Purse
| Event | Opponent | Result | Purse |
| UFC 252 (2020) | T.J. Brown | Win | $24,500 |
Fight Records
| Total Fights | Wins | Losses | Draws |
| 17 | 11 | 5 | 1 |
Achievements
- Global Legion FC Featherweight Championship (One-time champion)
- Three first-round finishes in professional career
- Four wins out of his last six fights (4-1-1) before his final UFC bout
FAQs
1. Who is Danny Chavez?
Danny Chavez, nicknamed “The Colombian Warrior,” is an American mixed martial artist born on March 14, 1987, in Queens, New York. He competes in the featherweight division and has fought in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Chavez began his professional MMA career in 2010 and has a background in various martial arts disciplines, including Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and wrestling.
2. What is Danny Chavez’s professional MMA record?
Danny Chavez’s professional MMA record stands at 11 wins, 5 losses, and 1 draw. His wins include 3 by knockout, 8 by decision, and he has never won by submission. Chavez has lost once by knockout, once by submission, and three times by decision.
3. When did Danny Chavez make his UFC debut?
Danny Chavez made his UFC debut on August 15, 2020, at UFC 252. In his first UFC fight, he faced T.J. Brown and won the bout via unanimous decision.
4. What notable championships has Danny Chavez won?
Before joining the UFC, Danny Chavez won the Global Legion FC (GLFC) Featherweight Championship. He achieved this title by knocking out Dylan Cala in the first round at GLFC 14 on July 18, 2020.
5. Where does Danny Chavez train?
Danny Chavez trains at MMA Masters in Miami, Florida. He joined this gym after initially searching for a martial arts school through the Yellow Pages when he first became interested in MMA at the age of 19.
