Jess Liaudin Biography
Jess Liaudin is a French mixed martial artist, kickboxer and film actor. A professional MMA competitor from 1990 until 2014, he competed for UFC, Pancrase, Cage Rage, and King of the Cage.
How old is Jess Liaudin? – Age
He is 50 years old as of December 2023. Jess was born on December 21, 1973, in Evry, France.
Jess Liaudin Height
The kickboxer stands at a height of 5 feet 10 inches tall.
Jess Liaudin Background
Jess trained in martial arts from eight years old; in karate initially and then moving on to kickboxing. From the age of 16, he has been fighting in a variety of full-contact competitions. He has fought in over 84 amateur and professional fights in mixed martial arts, Muay Thai, and kickboxing.
Jess Liaudin Career
Early
He began his professional MMA career in 2000 as a Middleweight, compiling a 6-0 record before facing his first defeat.
Ultimate Fighting Championship
Jess signed to the UFC upon the heels of a three-fight winning streak, facing Dennis Siver at UFC 70. In arguably the most significant win of his career, Liaudin defeated Siver via first-round armbar just 1:21 into the fight. After another first round stoppage via TKO over Anthony Torres at UFC 75, Jess was scheduled due to a hand injury Johnson suffered during training, and Liaudin instead returned at UFC 85 against Marcus Davis. Jess was knocked out in the first round.
After dropping a split decision to Paul Taylor at UFC 85, Liaudin then returned to the Light weight division, facing David Bielkheden at UFC 89. He lost via unanimous decision, and was subsequently released from the promotion.
Post-UFC
Liaudin had a successful remainder of his career after the UFC, winning his final six fights.
Jess Liaudin Net Worth
His net worth is $19 million as of 2023.