Former UFC champion whose coach allegedly stole millions now working food delivery: ‘I do whatever it takes’
Key Points:
- Jessica Andrade, a former undisputed UFC champion, holds records for most female fights (30) and most wins (17) in UFC women's history, along with the most post-fight bonuses (six Performance of the Night and five Fight of the Night awards).
- Despite her accomplishments, Andrade has taken on odd jobs like app-based food delivery and backyard turf installation to make ends meet while recovering from a shoulder injury that has sidelined her for less than a year.
- Andrade has faced financial and personal challenges, including suing her former coach and manager for embezzlement of over $2 million and struggling to secure sponsorships, which led her to sell fight gear and start an OnlyFans account she later regretted.
- Recently, Andrade has had mixed results in competition, moving between Strawweight and Flyweight divisions, suffering three consecutive losses but also scoring a knockout against current champion Mackenzie Dern.
- Fans hope Andrade will recover and return to the octagon soon, as she remains a respected and tough competitor in women's MMA.