Who Is Anderson Silva? Age, Biography and Wiki
Anderson Silva, born on April 14, 1975, in Curitiba, Brazil, is renowned as one of the greatest mixed martial artists in history. Silva began his career in martial arts at an early age, practicing various disciplines, including Taekwondo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai. He gained global fame in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), where he became the longest-reigning champion in the middleweight division, holding the title from 2006 to 2013. As of 2025, Silva is 49 years old and continues to be an influential figure in the sport.
| Occupation | Martial Artist |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | April 14, 1975 |
| Age | 50 Years |
| Birth Place | São Paulo, Brazil |
| Horoscope | Aries |
| Country | Brazil |
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Anderson Silva's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Anderson Silva stands tall at 6 feet 2 inches (188 cm) and maintains a fighting weight of 185 pounds (84 kg), typical for his division in MMA. Throughout his career, Silva has been known for his incredible agility, speed, and striking ability, which remain impressive as he edges towards 50.
On 3 February 2007, at UFC 67, Silva was scheduled to fight The Ultimate Fighter 4 winner Travis Lutter in what would be his first title defense since defeating Rich Franklin in October 2006. However, Lutter failed to make the 185 lb weight limit and the match was changed to a non-title bout.
Many felt that Lutter's best chance to win was to take the fight to the ground, with Lutter being an accomplished jiu-jitsu blackbelt. Silva won via submission with a combination of a triangle choke and elbow strikes in the second round.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Anderson Silva is known to cherish his family life. He has been married to his longtime partner, Dayane Silva, since 2015. The couple shares three children—two daughters and a son—who often feature in Silva's social media posts. As of 2025, there has been no public news regarding extramarital affairs or significant relationship changes, signifying a stable family environment.
The bout with Gastelum was rescheduled and was expected to take place on 25 November 2017, at UFC Fight Night 122. However it was announced on 10 November 2017 that Silva would be pulled from the bout due to failing USADA drug test on 26 October.
In July 2018, USADA announced that Silva had been exonerated from the failed test after finding contaminated supplements and received a one-year suspension from USADA dating back to November 2017 and would be free to resume fighting in November 2018.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Anderson Silva's estimated net worth is around $18 million. This impressive figure comes from his successful career in MMA, various endorsement deals, and business ventures. Silva's earnings from fights, particularly during his championship years, significantly contributed to his wealth. Additionally, he has made substantial income through appearances, sponsorships, and merchandise sales related to his brand.
At UFC 101 which took place on 8 August 2009, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Silva again fought at 205 pounds against former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Forrest Griffin. Griffin was knocked down three times in the first round. The bout earned Silva Beatdown of the Year honors from Sherdog.
The bout shared those honors with the second bout between Brock Lesnar and Frank Mir. Both fighters were awarded $60,000 as Fight of the Night bonuses and Silva received an extra $60,000 in bonus money for Knockout of the Night. This was also awarded the 2009 Knockout of the Year.
Career, Business and Investments
Anderson Silva's storied MMA career includes victories over numerous notable fighters, which paved the way for his return to the sport after retirement. In 2025, he remains an active figure in combat sports, exploring opportunities in coaching, broadcasting, and promoting MMA events. Beyond his fighting career, Silva has invested in various businesses, including gyms and fitness-related ventures, aiming to inspire and train the next generation of fighters.
In 2002, Silva was scheduled to fight then-current UFC Welterweight Champion, and future UFC Hall of Famer Matt Hughes at UFC 36. However, Silva instead signed a contract and began fighting for PRIDE Fighting Championships. In his first fight with the promotion, he stopped Alex Stiebling with a cut resulting from a high kick.
In his next match, he won via decision against the "Diet Butcher" Alexander Otsuka. At Pride 25, Silva faced former UFC welterweight champion Carlos Newton. Newton tried to shoot in on Silva, but was hit with a flying knee. Newton collapsed and Silva finished the fight with strikes, winning by technical knockout.
Social Network
Silva actively engages with fans through his social media platforms. His Instagram handle (@andersonsilva) boasts millions of followers, where he shares snippets from his training, family life, and motivational posts. Silva also maintains a presence on Twitter, where he discusses MMA events, interacts with followers, and shares insights on upcoming fighters and trends in the sport.
Silva's next fight was on 25 October 2008, at UFC 90 in Rosemont, Illinois, Silva defended his Middleweight title against Patrick Côté. In the third round, Côté landed awkwardly on his right leg while throwing a kick and fell to the mat grasping his right knee in pain.
Referee Herb Dean declared the fight over when Côté could not continue, ruling the bout a TKO victory for Silva. Côté, however, became the first of Silva's UFC opponents to make it past the 2nd round. After his fight with Côté, Silva was criticized for seemingly avoiding contact during the bout.
Dana White criticized Silva, saying: "I didn't understand Silva's tactics... It wasn't the Anderson Silva I've been watching the last two years." Silva said in the post-fight news conference:
Education
Silva's formal education details are less publicized compared to his athletic endeavors; however, it is known that his passion for martial arts has driven much of his focus. He began training in martial arts at a young age, which suggests an educational inclination towards physical education and the sciences that underlie martial arts techniques.
Following the fight the California State Athletic Commission confirmed that Chael Sonnen tested positive for synthetic testosterone, with his test having revealed a high testosterone to epitestosterone ratio, indicative of testosterone replacement therapy.
The promised rematch was revoked after the issue with his testosterone ratio came to light, however, after Sonnen came back and won two straight fights, Dana White scheduled the rematch.
