Leon Edwards is one of the most famous and professional mixed martial artists in this world. He has set many records in his name. At this time his name is currently trending on social media. Alongside him, the name of his parents is also trending on social media. People are very interested to know about his parents. This is one of the most interesting topics of this time. So in this article, we are going to learn about Leon Edwards’s parents and also going to learn about his siblings. So read this entire article to learn every single thing.
Who are UFC Leon Edwards Parents?
Leon Edwards is a well-known English mixed martial artist. He competed in the Welterweight division in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), in which he is currently the UFC Welterweight Champion. He has been a professional competitor for BAMMA since 2011. Leon was the BAMMA Welterweight Champion. He was born on 25th August 1991 in Kingston, Jamaica. His height is correct 6 feet and his weight is around 77 kg. He is also known by his nickname, Rocky. He has been present in the MMA world since 2011. He was raised in Aston, Birmingham, England. Leon started his training for MMA when he was just 17 years old. He had a very serious history with his family. To know scroll down to the next paragraph of this article.
Leon Edwards was born to his parents in Kingston, Jamaica. he used to live in a one-room house with his parents and siblings in Jamaica. It is reported that he was surrounded by crime because his father was involved in some criminal activities. And when Leon Edwards was 13 years old, his father was fatally shot dead in a nightclub in London. He was then involved in some criminal activities like knife possession, street fighting, and drug dealing along with his social circle. But when he turned 17 years old, he thankfully came out of these things and joined MMA.
After the passing of Leon Edwards’s father, he was raised by his mother. Frankly, he was guided toward MMA by his mother. He has grown up alongside his brother, Fabian Edwards who is also a mixed martial artist for Bellator MMA. And also his sister whose name is Joselyne Edwards competed in the bantamweight division of the UFC. All the siblings are now very successful in their career and all of them are now present on the top of MMA.