Dominick Cruz is a former two-time bantamweight champion and a current contender in the same division. The 37-year-old had a tough time as he lost a dear family member. His father, Rojelio Cruz, died, and the whole family mourned his loss. Cruz was an important figure in the life of the UFC fighter, who shared fond memories on Instagram. Cruz collected some old pictures of his dad, with him and his family, to commemorate the day in his name. These pictures show the family’s well-connectedness with Rojelio Cruz at the center. Also, Cruz’s extended MMA family paid their respects and consoled the bantamweight star.

Notable MMA fighters such as Belal Muhammad, Bas Rutten, Randy Costa, and UFC analyst Jon Anik commented to offer their support.

Dominick Cruz lost the most important person in his life

Former Bantamweight Champion Dominick Cruz lost his father, Rojelio Cruz, on Dec 11, 2022. The UFC star shared emotional pictures with Mr.Cruz and his entire family.

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Cruz wrote, “The Cruz name will STAY and LIVE connected 💪 ☯️🙏RIP Dad”. He expressed how much he cared about his father and his legacy through the pictures he shared.

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In the first picture, he photoshopped a horseshoe mustache onto his face to resemble his dad’s. But his father sported a really impressive horseshoe mustache that WWE wrestler Hulk Hogan popularized in the 1980s.

Perhaps it was Dominick Cruz’s way of expressing how much he idolized his late father.

Jorge Masvidal and the UFC world stand with Cruz through this tough time

Many notable figures from the world of UFC stood with Cruz on this tough day. And they commented on his photo to pay their respects.

Welterweight contender Jorge Masvidal liked the post on Instagram.

Popular MMA journalist Megan Olivi commented, “Oh Dom I’m so sorry for your loss!”

Retired MMA Fighter Bas Rutten also paid his respects and shared his own woes. “My deepest condolences Dominick, I went through the same thing this year.”

Welterweight fighter Belal Muhammad commented, “🙏🙏sorry for your loss bro”

Renowned UFC commentator Jon Anik shared his thoughts. “Love you, bro. 🙏🏼”

Other famous personalities from the UFC commented to support Dominick Cruz through this tough time.

Frank Lester: Sorry Dom, prayers up bro

Ronnie Rey: Damn Rip to Pops!! 🙏

Randy Costa: So sorry for your loss 🙏

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Losing such a significant person in life would not be something anyone can recover quickly from. Our thoughts and prayers are with Cruz’s family, just as of the entire UFC world.