Waldo Cortes-Acosta was born on October 3, 1991, in Dominican Republic. Waldo “Salsa Boy” Cortes-Acosta was born in the Millennials Generation and is currently 33 years old. He is a UFC fighter who competes in the heavyweight division. He made his Octagon debut 759 days ago, on October 29, 2022. Cortes-Acosta trains at Ultimate Kombat Fitness.
When is Waldo Cortes-Acosta’s next fight, what’s his height, reach, record, and who is he fighting next? Let’s find out below ⤵
Name |
Waldo Cortes-Acosta |
Nickname |
“Salsa Boy” |
Date of Birth |
October 3, 1991 |
Age |
33 |
Birthplace |
Dominican Republic |
Birth Sign |
Libra |
Height |
6' 4" (1.93 m) |
Weight |
265 lbs (120 kg) |
Reach |
70″ |
Leg Reach |
43.5″ |
Stance |
– |
Style |
Striker |
As of November 2024, Waldo Cortes-Acosta’s pro record is 10-1-0, with 5 of those wins coming by knockout, 1 by submission, and the rest by a decision. Cortes-Acosta has fought in over 11 professional MMA bouts, and his last fight was 1 year and 3 months ago against Lukasz Brzeski at UFC Fight Night 225: Holloway vs. Korean Zombie. The fight was on Saturday, August 26, 2023. Waldo Cortes-Acosta by KO (Punches) in round 1 at 3:01.
Fun fact: On the day Waldo was born, "Good Vibrations" by Marky Mark and The Funky Bunch was the #1 song in the country (Billboard). You can find out more interesting Waldo Cortes-Acosta birthday facts.
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We will answer the most frequently asked questions about Waldo Cortes-Acosta below.
Career & History
Waldo Cortes-Acosta, hailing from the Dominican Republic, made a strong impression in his most recent fight at UFC Fight Night on August 26, 2023. He secured a knockout victory over Lukasz Brzeski in just over three minutes of the first round, adding another highlight to his reel.
Earlier in the year, on April 29, 2023, during UFC on ESPN, Cortes-Acosta faced a tough challenge against Marcos Rogerio de Lima. Despite a valiant effort, he couldn’t secure the win and lost the fight by a three-round unanimous decision.
Back in November 2019, at UFC Fight Night, Cortes-Acosta demonstrated his fighting skills by earning a three-round unanimous decision against Chase Sherman. This victory was a display of his tactical acumen and endurance inside the octagon.
His winning momentum also carried him through another fight at UFC Fight Night on October 29, 2022, where he claimed a unanimous decision victory over Jared Vanderaa. This win was part of a successful run that began on the Dana White’s Contender Series in August 2022, where he stopped Danilo Suzart with punches in the first round. Cortes-Acosta’s journey in MMA continues to evolve with every bout.
Waldo Cortes-Acosta height and weight
Waldo Cortes-Acosta’s height is 6' 4" (1.93 m). He fights in the heavyweight division. Fighters who fight in the heavyweight class can weigh anywhere from pounds, but because of weight cutting, many MMA fighters walk around 10 – 30 lbs heavier than their weight class maximum limit.
Waldo Cortes-Acosta net worth
Waldo Cortes-Acosta’s net worth estimates may vary because it’s hard to predict his spending habits. Many top-level fighters also receive pay-per-view cuts, money from sponsorships, and other “locker room” or special discretionary bonuses the UFC often pays, which are not reported to the public. We found multiple online sources that list Waldo Cortes-Acosta’s net worth; check out CelebsMoney. Net worth is calculated by adding anything of value and subtracting all of the liabilities.
Did you know: The average UFC fighter made $148,000 in 2020, up from average earnings of $146,000 in 2019, $138,000 in 2018, and $132,000 in 2017.
How old is Waldo Cortes-Acosta?
Waldo Cortes-Acosta’s age is 33 years old. He was born on Thursday, October 3, 1991. Waldo is turning 34 years old in .
Where is Waldo Cortes-Acosta from?
Waldo Cortes-Acosta was born in Dominican Republic.
What is Waldo Cortes-Acosta’s reach?
Waldo Cortes-Acosta’s reach is 70″ and leg reach is 43.5″.
Where does Waldo Cortes-Acosta rain?
Waldo Cortes-Acosta trains at Ultimate Kombat Fitness.
Who is Waldo Cortes-Acosta dating now?
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Waldo Cortes-Acosta facts
1. Waldo Cortes-Acosta’s birth sign is Libra.
2. He was born in the Year of the Goat.
3. Waldo’s next birthday is in
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4. His wealth comes from being an MMA Fighter.
5. Waldo Cortes-Acosta was born in Millennials Generation (1991).
6. Cortes-Acosta’s life path number is 6.
7. His ruling planet is Venus.
8. Waldo Cortes-Acosta’s birth flower is Marigold.
9. His birthstone is Opal and Tourmaline.
10. Cortes-Acosta has been alive for 12,108 days or 290,609 hours.
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