Rorion Gracie is a martial artist and a prominent member of the Gracie family. He is the oldest son of Hélio Gracie,[1] and is one of the few people in the world to hold a 9th degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu,[2] receiving that promotion on October 27, 2003 from his father Helio Gracie. Rorion was one of the founders of the Ultimate Fighting Championship[3] He is founder and owner of the Gracie Academy in Torrance, California. Rorion became infamous in the martial arts world for suing his cousin over use of the name "Gracie Jiu-Jitsu".
Personal Life
Rorion has nine children. His current wife is Silvia.[4]
References
- ^ Gracie Academy. Rorion Gracie. www.gracieacademy.com. URL last accessed on April 8, 2006.
- ^ BJJ.org. Rorion Gracie. www.bjj.org. URL last accessed on April 8, 2006.
- ^ Montgomery, Cliff. The History of the UFC - Part 1. www.extremeprosports.com. URL last accessed on April 8, 2006
- ^ Rorion Gracie biography
