In the mixed martial arts world, several people are working hard to make their names and identities known all over the world. However, it needs not only physical strength but also a strong mindset that never gives up. Thanks to that, many have become extremely popular on the battlefield; still several remain relatively unknown to the general public. Similarly, in today's article, we will learn about Wade Johnson, a prolific BKFC fighter who made his professional BKFC debut in 2022.
Besides, Johnson is currently ranked 2nd in the Welterweight division. Now, let's move into his short biography and see how he rose to become one of the most significant personalities in the fighting world.
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Native Of Arkansas
The BKFC fighter was born in Bradford, Arkansas, on November 28, 1990. His parents, Barbara Tate Johnson and the late Tim Johnson, welcomed him into this world.
Moreover, the talented athlete grew up with his siblings, Derek DK Snelson, Patrick Johnson, Detra Foster, and Amanda Johnson. In such a large household, he must have had significant and unforgettable moments. Adding to his academics, he graduated from Bradford District High School in 2009.
What is Wade Johnson Famous For?
As mentioned earlier, Wade has established a name for himself in the fighting world. However, his journey from Kingdom Promotions to Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship hasn't been easy.
Moreover, the talented athlete is known for his tenure at V3 Fights. Wade made his debut against Craig Johnson and won the match in 2014. In 2015, he was selected for the main event where he knocked out his opponent Drew Kennedy via unanimous decision at V3 Fights: Johnson vs. Kennedy. Since then, he has defeated many fighters: Lawrence Purifoy, Tyler Hill, Justin Hartley, and so on.
Not only victory, but the Arkansas native also faced some significant losses against Trevor Ollison, Jason Witt, and Thomas Gifford. In the subheading below, let's learn more about Wade Johnson's fighting journey.
Wade Johnson Net Worth And Career
Johnson has successfully established himself in the MMA world by winning different matches. Well, his fortune is primarily based on his fighting career, which includes his earnings from matches, contracts, sponsors, and tournament money. Thus Wade Johnson's net worth must be immense, considering his exceptional career and wins.
The athlete made his professional debut in Kingdom Promotions against Dusty Mason on February 16, 2013. In May of the same year, he defeated Harry Johnson at Off the Chain MMA. Likewise, he fought against Colton Creason at Prize Fight MMA on July 13, 2013.
The table below shows some of the fights which the mixed martial artist won:
| Opponents | Date | Event | Method | Time | Result |
| Colton Creason | July 13, 2013 | PFMMAC - Prize Fight MMA Championships | TKO (Punches) | 0:15 | Win |
| Dave Burrow | August 24, 2013 | KP - Kingdom Promotions 6 | TKO (Punches) | 2:44 | Win |
| Craig Johnson | January 18, 2014 | V3 Fights - Johnson vs. Johnson | Decision (Split) | 5:00 | Win |
| Codie Shuffield | June 21, 2014 | V3 Fights - Johnson vs. Shuffield | Submission (Triangle Choke) | 3:32 | Win |
Table Source: Sherdog.com
The table above shows that Johnson has fought against many well-known fighters and won several matches. As of September 2022, he holds a pro-MMA record of 12-3-0.
In 2022, he switched to Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship and debuted after a few months against Nathan Mitchell at BKFC Jackson. Currently, he holds a BKFC record of 1-0-0. According to sportskeeda, a fighter is paid $2,500 for a low-end BKFC match as of 2020. At the same time, many of the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship's well-known competitors claim to have been paid significantly more.
Johnson's BKFC future seems to look more promising. Thus, Wade Johnson's salary is bound to rise in the future. And who knows, he might earn astonishing amounts like fighters Chad Mendes, Arnold Adams, and many others.
Is Wade Johnson In A Relationship?
It's been nearly a decade since Wade has been in the fighting world. During this time, he has earned many victories to his name. Similarly, he has gathered thousands of fans through his fighting skills and crazy knockouts. And most of them are curious about his personal life.
Talking about his relationship status, Wade is a family man. The handsome athlete is in a loving relationship with a beautiful lady named Allison Burruss. As per the latter's FB, the couple has been dating since June 2019. Both have been going strong ever since.
Similarly, where and how the pair met for the first time is unknown. Although the lovebirds have kept their romantic relationship to themselves, their chemistry and bond are visible through their adorable Facebook posts. In addition, Wade Johnson's girlfriend works at Siloe.
Is A Proud Father
Not only does he have a gorgeous partner, the BKFC fighter is even blessed with two angelic children. His firstborn, Maddox Johnson, was born in August 2011. The father-son duo is often spending quality time together, including going on fishing trips, vacations, and more.
Wade's youngest son, Thatcher Johnson, arrived in January 2020. He shares the little guy with his baby mama, Allison. Both of Wade Johnson's children are growing up, and he proudly shares about his little ones on social media. Also, the kids seem to have inherited his looks and look very adorable.
Wade Johnson is a proud father of two sons. Image Source: Wade Johnson Facebook.
Also, the Johnson boys appear to be growing up healthy and happy. Their dad must be raising them with much love and care. Will we see Wade's sons following in his footsteps as a fighter? Only time will tell.
All in all, Wade is about to rock in the BKFC arena as he did in other fighting promotions. We wish him the best of luck for his upcoming matches.
Trivia And Facts
- He goes by the nickname The Hammer.
- Wade is 6 feet and 2 inches tall.
- Johnson is not active on Instagram.
