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NM-connected MMA Inactive
“The Prodigy”
B.J. Penn
16–14–2
- Division
- Lightweight / Welterweight
- Origin
- NM-connected
- New Mexico tie
- Kailua, HI — camped in Albuquerque
- Gym
- Camp work at Jackson's
- Pro career
- 2001–2019
- Status
- Inactive
Career
The first non-Brazilian to win an IBJJF world title at black belt and a two-division UFC champion. Camp-level Albuquerque connection only. He has faced repeated legal matters since 2015, including 2025 domestic abuse charges and restraining order violations — handle any coverage carefully.
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