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| Height / Weight 6'2" - 205lbs | Place of Birth Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
Daniel Gracie is a lifelong devotee of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA. He is a member of the storied Gracie Family renowned for their world-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Gracie works as an instructor at cousin Renzo Gracie's Academy in Stamford, Ct.
Gracie has competed for Pride, the International Fight League and is currently signed with Bellator Fighting Championship. He is a 4th degree black belt and two-time Mundial Champion. Notable opponents include Kazuhiro Nakamura and Wes Sims.
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