After years of hard work, UFC star Khalil Rountree Jr. might be on his way to achieving what he deserves. The 33-year-old has been in the UFC for over 7 years. With some impressive performances in the recent past, he now aims to enter the top 10 UFC light heavyweight rankings.

In this journey, Rountree has been supported strongly by his fans and his family. Moreover, his partner, Mia Kang, has been his pillar of support for a long time. Let us know more about the better half of this rising UFC star.

Who is Khalil Rountree Jr.’s Girlfriend Mia Kang?

Renowned fashion model Mia Kang, hailing from a British-Swiss background, has captured hearts not only with her striking beauty but also with her inspiring journey. According to reports, she is currently in a relationship with Khalil Rountree Jr. Moreover, she resides in New York City, where she has ventured into television hosting.

Growing up in Hong Kong, Mia faced childhood adversity, grappling with bullying due to her weight. Undeterred, she courageously shed half her weight by the age of 13. This caught the eye of modeling scouts and kickstarted her career. Further, Mia traversed Asia and Europe during her high school and college years, even obtaining a master’s degree in finance and financial law in England.

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Her remarkable journey reached new heights when she clinched the coveted title of the 2016 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue model search. As of now, Rountree and Kang are not married. But very frequently, fans get to see the two together on social media.

Mia Kang is also a Muay Thai fighter!

Amidst her triumphs in modeling, Mia Kang grappled with some personal problems. The modeling industry’s demands took a toll on her well-being. Allegedly, she was struggling with eating disorders to conform to its standards of thinness.

However, she went on a transformative journey when she started practicing Muay Thai. Through rigorous training and engaging in fights, the MMA star’s partner was able to improve her nutrition and overall health.

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As of now, Mia has evolved into an advocate for women’s body confidence. Balancing her advocacy with a continued presence in modeling, Mia also takes the helm as the host of ‘Spy Games,’ an American reality competition television series. Are you inspired by her story? Do let us know your thoughts in the comments.