American mixed martial artist Brent Primus is currently competing for Bellator MMA. There he is the former Bellator Lightweight World Champion. The fighter was born and brought up in Eugene, Oregon, United States.
As an amateur, Primus recorded 5-1 before making his professional debut in September 2010, defeating fighter Chris Ensley via submission in the first round. On May 12, 2012, he defeated Roy Bradshaw in his second pro bout.
In 2013, the professional MMA fighter signed with Bellator and made his debut for the organization on September 27, 2013, against Scott Thometz at Bellator 101. Primus won the fight via rear-naked choke submission in the first round.
Meet Brent Primus Wife Kaylee Primus
Pro MMA fighter Brent Primus is happily married to his gorgeous wife Kaylee Primus. Digging into their Instagram account, we can say that the adorable couple has been together for quite a long time.
Brent often shares pictures of himself with his lovely wife on Instagram. Kaylee is available on Instagram under the username @knprimus. She is quite active on Instagram with her amazing 348 posts to date.
According to her bio, Kaylee is a full-time pediatric nurse, wife to a pro-MMA athlete, and mother of two amazing kids. Further, Kaylee has described herself as a health, fitness, and home decor junkie.
Moreover, her Instagram is full of adorable pictures of her kids and beloved husband. Kaylee really adores her two kids and loves spending time with them and her husband. Kaylee recently shared her husband’s photo referring to his upcoming bout.
Brent Primus Family -His Adorable Son And Daughter
Former Bellator Lightweight World Champion Brent Primus and his loving wife Kaylee Primus are blessed with two adorable children, a son, and a daughter. The family of four can often be seen on the socials of the couple.
A few days back, Brent took to his Instagram on the occasion of Father’s Day and shared an amazing picture of himself with his kids. Primus captioned, “Growing up without my father has made me want to be the best father in the world!”
The athlete attended Sheldon High School, where he played soccer. Primus later began training in jiu-jitsu and earned his black belt in only six years. He had a tumultuous childhood, having never seen his father outside of prison.
However, Primus met his father on an episode of “Cops” once as a child. At only the age of 13, the athlete found himself homeless after being kicked out of the house by his stepdad.
One of Brent’s friends signed him up for an amateur fight, which later led him onto his career in MMA. As a teen, he went on from selling pounds to weed to finance himself to partying and fighting on a weekly basis.
How Much Is The Net Worth Of Brent Primus?
Brent Primus has an estimated net worth of around $1 million – $6 million. Thanks to his successful career as a professional mixed martial artist. He has been competing professionally since the year 2010.
With an impressive undefeated streak of five wins in Bellator, the athlete faced Bellator Lightweight champion Michael Chandler on June 24, 2017, at Bellator NYC. He won the fight via TKO, earning him the Bellator Lightweight World Championship.
On October 16, 2021, Primus faced Benson Henderson at Bellator 268 on October 16, 2021. Primus won the bout via unanimous decision. On June 24, 2022, the athlete is scheduled to face Alexander Shabilt at Bellator 282.