Derrick Lewis Net Worth

Last Modified Aug 6, 2024 14:07 GMT
Derrick Lewis [Image via Getty Images]
Derrick Lewis [Image via Getty Images]

Born on February 7, 1985, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Derrick 'The Black Beast' Lewis currently competes in the heavyweight division of the UFC. In his early life, Lewis was involved in street fights, which eventually led to a prison stint of nearly five years, though he was paroled after serving three and a half.

Lewis began his combat sports journey by training in boxing under the guidance of legendary boxer George Foreman. He was introduced to MMA by a friend and had a 4-1 amateur record. In 2010, he was signed by Bellator and later won his first world championship belt at Legacy FC. After achieving a 6-0 record in that promotion, he was signed by the UFC.

Derrick Lewis made his UFC debut on April 19, 2014, facing Jack May. He also holds the record for the most knockouts in the UFC (15). His biggest payday came against Daniel Cormier at UFC 230, where he earned just over half a million dollars.

NameDerrick Lewis
ResidenceCypress, Texas, U.S.
Net Worth$2 Million(approx)
Age39
Marital StatusMarried
Source of WealthProfessional MMA Fighter, Endorsements, Sponsorships, etc.
Salary$300,000
EndorsementsPopeyes Chicken
Derrick Lewis vs. Marcos Rogerio de Lima UFC 291 [Image via Getty Images]
Derrick Lewis vs. Marcos Rogerio de Lima UFC 291 [Image via Getty Images]

How much is Derrick Lewis’s Net Worth in 2024?

Derrick Lewis has an estimated net worth of $2 Million as of 2024. Being a former UFC heavyweight championship contender in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, the majority of Lewis’s source of wealth is from his tenure inside the octagon. Moreover, the 39-year-old knockout artist also has additional income from other sponsorships and endorsements.

Derrick Lewis Salary

Derrick Lewis earned a base salary of $300,000 for his recent fight against Rogério de Lima at UFC 291. In this fight, Lewis took home a total of $465,000, which includes a base pay of $300,000, a win bonus of $100,000, sponsorships worth $15,000, and a bonus worth $50,000.

Derrick Lewis Endorsements

In 2018, Derrick Lewis signed an endorsement deal with Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, a popular fast-food chain. Following his fight at UFC 230, Popeyes made a special announcement. If Derrick Lewis won his bout, they would offer free meals to everyone between 2-4 pm on the following Sunday. Lewis also shared that he would get free food for life from that particular Popeyes location.

Derrick Lewis Investments

Derrick Lewis uses his fight money to make smart and strategic investments. Unfortunately, the specifics of his investment portfolio remain undisclosed to the public.

Derrick Lewis Other Sources of Income

Derrick Lewis’ ventures for additional income remain undisclosed as his only known source of acquiring wealth are his MMA fights and endorsements.

Image via youtube.com/MMAFightingOnSBN
Image via youtube.com/MMAFightingOnSBN

Derrick Lewis House

Derrick Lewis resides in Cypress, Texas, U.S. However, the specific details of his house remain a mystery to the public. This might be due to security and privacy concerns, as Lewis was once a victim of a car robbery attempt.

Derrick Lewis Cars

'The Black Beast' is the owner of a Lamborghini Huracan. In February 2019, he was spotted driving his twin-turbo sports car for the first time during a visit to Quick 30 in Houston, Texas. The 2019 Lamborghini Huracan model he drove had a price slightly exceeding $150,000, with an additional destination charge of approximately $4,000.

Derrick Lewis Charity

There is not much information regarding the charity and foundational activities of Derrick Lewis.

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FAQs On Derrick Lewis Net Worth

A. Derrick Lewis's net worth is estimated to be around $2 Million as of May 2024.

A. In his recent fight at UFC 291 against Rogério de Lima, Lewis earned a base pay of $300,000.

A. Derrick Lewis is endorsed by the popular fast-food chain Popeyes.

A. Derrick Lewis resides in Cypress, Texas, U.S.

A. Derrick Lewis is the proud owner of a 2019 Lamborghini Huracan.

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