Benson Henderson is best known as Mixed Martial Artist who has an estimated Net Worth of $2 Million. MMA fighter who turned professional in 2006 and became the 2013 UFC Lightweight Champion. He was born on November 16,1983, Colorado Springs, CO. He was named Fighter of the Year by ESPN, UFC and Sherdog in 2012. He was an NAIA All-American amateur wrestler in 2005 and 2006. He defeated Frankie Edgar by decision twice in 2012. He proposed to his fiance, Maria Magana, after defeating Gilbert Melendez on April 21, 2013. The couple married a year later. His zodiac sign is Scorpio
Benson Henderson Bio, Wiki
Best Known For
Being one of the most successful American MMA fighters. He has won the UFC Lightweight Championship and WEC Lightweight Championship.
His eventful and successful stint with the Bellator MMA.
Nick Name
Bendo, Smooth
Full Name
Benson Henderson
Birth Place
Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
Residence
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Education
In 1998, Benson Henderson got enrolled at the Decatur High School in Federal Way, Washington. He graduated from the high school in 2001 and got admission at the Dana College in Blair, Nebraska. In 2006, he graduated from the college with a double major in sociology and criminal justice.
Profession
Mixed Martial Artist
Manager
Benson Henderson is represented by Malki Kawa.
Family
Father – Song Henderson
Mother – Kim Sung-Hwa
Siblings – Julius Henderson (Older Brother) (Has a black belt in Tae Kwon Do)
Build Type
Athletic
Nationality
American
Age
36 years old
Date of Birth
November 16,1983
Zodiac Sign
Scorpio
Height
5 ft 9 in or 175 cm
Weight
71 kg or 156.5 lbs
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
Curly hair
Eyes
Ethnicity
Multiracial
Hair Color
Black
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Religion
He is a devout Christian. He often credits his faith for his success on the field.
