Randy Couture

Birth Name:

Randy Duane Couture

Birth Place:

Everett, Washington, United States

Profession

Actor, Stunts, Producer

After winning the UFC heavyweight and light heavy weight championship titles, he became the first fighter to hold two titles in two different divisions
Was the first man in UFC history to win the heavyweight title three times
Was the fourth fighter inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame
Has three children, sons Ryan and Caden, and daughter Aimee
Worked at Oregon State University as an assistant wrestling coach
With the help of fellow mixed martial artists Matt Lindland and Dan Henderson, he founded a training camp for fighters called Team Quest
His recurring role on "The Unit" was specifically created for him
Is featured in numerous public service announcements, including one against crystal meth
Following his graduation from high school, he enlisted in the U․S․ Army and served for six years, attaining the rank of Sergeant in the 101st Airborne
Has published several books, including "Wrestling for Fighting: The Natural Way․"

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