Is Gilbert Burns related to Herbert Burns?

Last Modified May 13, 2025 17:15 GMT
Is Gilbert Burns related to Herbert Burns?
Gilbert Burns (Getty)

Hailing from Niteroi in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Gilbert "Durinho" Burns is a UFC fighter who competes in the welterweight division (170 lbs) of the promotion. Burns stands five feet, 10 inches tall with a reach of 71 inches and fights in an orthodox stance. He also has a third-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Burns made his professional MMA debut in 2012 and entered the UFC in 2014. His grappling credentials include an IBJJF World Championship and a 2015 ADCC Submission Fighting World Championship bronze medal. As of May 13, 2025, Burns has a professional record of 22-8-0 with six knockout wins and nine submissions. His most recent outing was a unanimous decision defeat against Sean Brady at UFC Fight Night 242 in September 2024, which marked his third consecutive loss.

Is Gilbert Burns related to Herbert Burns?

Yes, Gilbert Burns is related to Herbert Burns as they are brothers. Gilbert Burns, born on July 20 in 1986, is the older brother, and Herbert Burns, born on February 2 in 1988, is the younger sibling. Herbert, like his brother, is a professional MMA fighter who formerly competed in the featherweight division of the UFC (145 lbs).

While Gilbert continues to compete at a high level in the UFC, his brother Herbert, after a four-fight losing streak, was cut from the promotion in October 2024.

Also Read: Who is Gilbert Burns' Coach

Gilbert Burns Family

Gilbert Burns is married to Bruna Burns, a Brazilian jiu-jitsu instructor and practitioner. Gilbert and Bruna's first encounter was because of their shared interest in martial arts. The couple tied the knot in 2012, and they have three children as of May 2025.

What is Gilbert Burns' real name?

Gilbert Burns' full name is Gilbert Alexander Pontes Burns.

FAQs on Gilbert Burns' Brother

A. Glbert Burns' younger brother is Herbert Burns.

A. Yes, Herbert Burns was a part of the UFC roster up until he was released in October 2024.

A. As of May 2025, Herbert Burns holds a record of 11-6-0.

A. As of May 2025, Herbert Burns is 37 years old.

Related Stories

"That isn't healthy at all," "If Paddy and Volkov had a daughter" - Fans react as Kayla Harrison officially makes weight for UFC 316 clash "That isn't healthy at all," "If Paddy and Volkov had a daughter" - Fans react as Kayla Harrison officially makes weight for UFC 316 clash
"That isn't healthy at all," "If Paddy and Volkov had a daughter" - Fans react as Kayla Harrison officially makes weight for UFC 316 clash 
1d
Cory Sandhagen outlines honest reason why he wants Merab Dvalishvili to beat Sean O'Malley at UFC 316 Cory Sandhagen outlines honest reason why he wants Merab Dvalishvili to beat Sean O'Malley at UFC 316
Cory Sandhagen outlines honest reason why he wants Merab Dvalishvili to beat Sean O'Malley at UFC 316
Jon Jones questions Tom Aspinall’s silence toward legends, The Brit fires back over title talk Jon Jones questions Tom Aspinall’s silence toward legends, The Brit fires back over title talk
Jon Jones questions Tom Aspinall’s silence toward legends, The Brit fires back over title talk
Cory Sandhagen weighs in on Dana White not stripping Jon Jones and offers to sign petition Cory Sandhagen weighs in on Dana White not stripping Jon Jones and offers to sign petition
Cory Sandhagen weighs in on Dana White not stripping Jon Jones and offers to sign petition
1d
Miranda Maverick opens up on Rose Namajunas fight, calls it the jump in competition she's been chasing Miranda Maverick opens up on Rose Namajunas fight, calls it the jump in competition she's been chasing
Miranda Maverick opens up on Rose Namajunas fight, calls it the jump in competition she's been chasing
UFC 316 bonuses and aftermath: Kayla Harrison and three others win $50K, Amanda Nunes confirms MMA return, $6M gate, and more UFC 316 bonuses and aftermath: Kayla Harrison and three others win $50K, Amanda Nunes confirms MMA return, $6M gate, and more
UFC 316 bonuses and aftermath: Kayla Harrison and three others win $50K, Amanda Nunes confirms MMA return, $6M gate, and more
23h
"Olympic is way harder," "Maybe UFC because of the weight cut" - Fans react as Kayla Harrison gets emotional comparing UFC title to Olympic gold "Olympic is way harder," "Maybe UFC because of the weight cut" - Fans react as Kayla Harrison gets emotional comparing UFC title to Olympic gold
"Olympic is way harder," "Maybe UFC because of the weight cut" - Fans react as Kayla Harrison gets emotional comparing UFC title to Olympic gold
8h
Donald Trump shares spotlight with Alex Pereira and coach Plinio Cruz in viral UFC 316 moment Donald Trump shares spotlight with Alex Pereira and coach Plinio Cruz in viral UFC 316 moment
Donald Trump shares spotlight with Alex Pereira and coach Plinio Cruz in viral UFC 316 moment
8h
"Fraud checked bad" - MMA fandom erupts as Patchy Mix suffers unanimous decision loss in UFC 316 debut against Mario Bautista "Fraud checked bad" - MMA fandom erupts as Patchy Mix suffers unanimous decision loss in UFC 316 debut against Mario Bautista
"Fraud checked bad" - MMA fandom erupts as Patchy Mix suffers unanimous decision loss in UFC 316 debut against Mario Bautista
1d
Merab Dvalishvili and Kayla Harrison share full-circle moment at UFC 316 after title wins: "Now look at us!" Merab Dvalishvili and Kayla Harrison share full-circle moment at UFC 316 after title wins: "Now look at us!"
Merab Dvalishvili and Kayla Harrison share full-circle moment at UFC 316 after title wins: "Now look at us!"
13h
Sportskeeda logo
Close menu
WWE
WWE
NBA
NBA
NFL
NFL
MMA
MMA
Tennis
Tennis
NHL
NHL
Golf
Golf
MLB
MLB
Soccer
Soccer
F1
F1
WNBA
WNBA
More
More
bell-icon Manage notifications