Roy Nelson, 1976
Writers · June 20, 1976
Roy Nelson
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Roy Nelson is 49 years old, born June 20, 1976 in United States · Gemini.
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About
Roy Nelson is an American mixed martial artist who dominated the Heavyweight division across multiple major promotions. Born June 20, 1976, Nelson won The Ultimate Fighter: Heavyweights and broke into the UFC's top 10. He also held the IFL Heavyweight Championship and notched victories over elite fighters like Mirko Cro Cop and Antônio Rodrigo Nogueira. A Gemini known for technical striking and unorthodox fighting style.
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Biography
Roy Nelson is an American mixed martial artist who competed in the Heavyweight division across the UFC, EliteXC, IFL, BodogFIGHT, and Bellator MMA. Born June 20, 1976, Nelson rose to prominence by winning The Ultimate Fighter: Heavyweights, establishing himself as a UFC top 10 competitor. He previously held the IFL Heavyweight Championship while training under Ken Shamrock at the Lion's Den. His signature victories include wins over Mirko Cro Cop, Cheick Kongo, and Antônio Rodrigo Nogueira—three of the division's most respected names. As a Gemini, Nelson carried the adaptability and strategic mindset associated with the sign into his fighting approach. Mixed martial artists compete across striking, grappling, and submission disciplines, combining techniques from multiple combat sports. Nelson's American background and career trajectory reflected the growth of MMA as a mainstream sport throughout the 2000s and 2010s.
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Trivia
- Nelson won The Ultimate Fighter: Heavyweights, the reality competition that launched multiple UFC main-card fighters.
- He holds victories over three heavyweight legends: Mirko Cro Cop, Cheick Kongo, and Antônio Rodrigo Nogueira.
- Nelson competed under Ken Shamrock at the Lion's Den, one of MMA's most influential training camps.
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The Builder
Disciplined and structured. Roy Nelson succeed where consistency beats charisma — long catalogs, repeatable craft, slow-grow audiences.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
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CHALLENGING
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Frequently asked
- How old is Roy Nelson?
- Roy Nelson is 49 years old (born June 20, 1976).
- When is Roy Nelson's birthday?
- Roy Nelson was born on June 20, 1976.
- What is Roy Nelson's zodiac sign?
- Roy Nelson is a Gemini, born June 20, 1976.
- What is Roy Nelson's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Roy Nelson was born in 1976, the year of the Fire Dragon.
- Where is Roy Nelson from?
- Roy Nelson is from United States.
- What does Roy Nelson do?
- Roy Nelson is a writer.
- Is Roy Nelson still alive?
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