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Former UFC fighter and Bare Knuckle Championship contender, Paige VanZant, has taken an unexpected turn in her career that has left both her devoted fans and the combat community utterly intrigued. Known for her fierce battles in the octagon, VanZant is now embarking on a new venture that’s catching people’s attention—she entered the world of OnlyFans in 2022 to kickstart her career. This surprising move has everyone wondering: what’s next for this fearless fighter, and what secrets will she reveal behind the paywall?

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Paige VanZant has vanished from the world of MMA for a considerable time. Following her submission loss to Amanda Ribas. Nevertheless, it’s evident that VanZant doesn’t yearn for her MMA days any longer. Instead, she seems to be accumulating significant wealth beyond the boundaries of combat sports. VanZant has openly shared that forsaking her professional fighting career in favor of crafting viral content on OnlyFans has propelled her into a realm of substantial prosperity.

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Paige VanZant: From UFC fighter to online success

The 29-year-old, during a conversation with the OnlyStans YouTube channel, mentioned that she likes to think of herself as the queen of OnlyF*ns. Vanzant proudly proclaims her standing within the top 0.01%. The host ponders Paige’s potential inclusion among the elite of performers and entertains. Amidst their discourse, they delve into the domain of other eminent stars on OnlyF*ns, featuring well-recognized personalities such as Carmen Electra and Iggy Azalea. VanZant stated “I love it Actually I think my bio on Only F*ns says the queen of Only Fans. I would like to consider myself the queen”.

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While having the conversation they delved into the topic of other stars and their rankings on OnlyFans such as Carmen Electra and Iggy Azalea. the host stated, “It’s true but who I wonder who else would be up there It’s got to be like you, Carmen Electra I know Iggy Azalea’s on there”.

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VanZant started off her career as a UFC fighter, In the twilight of her illustrious professional journey, she executed a pivot towards the arena of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), all while embarking on a parallel journey into online content curation. It is evident from the love and care that she gets from her online channels like Instagram and OnlyFans that her transition to content curation was a success.

Paige VanZant’s MMA journey and her earnings

VanZant career in MMA has seen its own rollercoaster ride. her career record of 8 wins and 5 losses. She made her UFC debut in 2014 with a stunning knockout win over Kailin Curran. However, in 2020, VanZant decided to part ways with the UFC and transitioned to the challenging world of the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship and after that, she transitioned to online content making.

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In a recent revelation, VanZant disclosed that her earnings from her OnlyFans account now surpass what she made throughout her entire fighting career, despite the relatively shorter time span. She candidly stated “I would say combined in my fighting career, I think I made more money in 24 hours on OnlyFans that I had in my entire fighting career combined. … And so that’s why it’s hard as a person…you know, I was nervous about the stigma, but now … it’s hard to walk away”

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In a remarkable metamorphosis, Paige VanZant, formerly a prominent figure in the realm of women’s MMA, has embarked on a journey into the domain of OnlyFans, where she proudly stakes her claim as a top-tier star. Her transition from the hallowed octagonal arena to the digital realm of success has left enthusiasts and the combat community utterly astounded. What do you think about Paige VanZant’s transition? Do tell us in the comments below.

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Suryakant Das is a senior writer who leads UFC live coverage at EssentiallySports, known for his broad expertise and standout professionalism in MMA journalism. Over two years in the field, he has become a key voice on real-time event updates, pre- and post-fight interviews, and analysis of viral moments from the Joe Rogan Experience. His dynamic reporting is backed by selection to the Journalistic Excellence Program, which hones advanced editorial skills and strategic coverage approaches for top talent. Suryakant’s career is defined by his ability to deliver both speed and depth. His versatile background spans sports journalism, content writing, and editorial roles, helping him navigate fast-paced live coverage and deliver meaningful stories with clarity and precision. Recognition from respected MMA figures such as Nina-Marie Daniele and Hall of Famer Michael Bisping further marks him as a trusted authority in the UFC community.

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