As UFC 322 takes over Madison Square Garden, the spotlight won’t shine only on the fighters. The UFC’s Octagon and ring girls, the women who add elegance, personality, and tradition to every event, will also be prominent features of the spectacle. This weekend, Red Dela Cruz, Chrissy Blair, and Venessa Hanson return to New York, continuing the long-standing presence that fans now associate with major pay-per-view events.

While fighter salaries and rankings frequently make headlines, fans have also become increasingly interested in the careers and lifestyles of the women who shape the UFC’s presentation. From modeling backgrounds to business ventures and personal milestones, here’s a closer look at the Octagon Girls who will compete at UFC 322.

All we know about Red Dela Cruz, Chrissy Blair, and Venessa Hanson ahead of UFC 322

Red Dela Cruz is a trailblazer in the Philippines. As the UFC’s first Filipina Octagon Girl, she soon became a fan favorite after winning the Dana White-led promotion’s global search. Born in Manila, she has established a strong reputation outside of fight nights, co-hosting Miss Universe Singapore 2015, appearing on magazine covers such as Maxim Australia and Women’s Fitness, and gaining over 426K social media followers. Her content online perfectly blends travel, fitness, and glam, reflecting the polished image she presents at events.

But while Red Dela Cruz’s journey has always been about glam, Chrissy Blair’s path began quite unexpectedly. The Florida native studied painting and design before a friend challenged her to attempt modeling. That dare sparked an outstanding career that brought her to Strikeforce and, in 2013, her UFC debut at UFC 168: Ronda Rousey vs. Miesha Tate.

The 36-year-old has since established one of the Octagon Girls’ most impressive profiles. She has posed for GUESS, Sports Illustrated, and Maxim, and co-founded Kalumi, a collagen-based skincare line. She is represented by Major Model Management and balances business and modeling while keeping her personal life private, which contrasts with her polished, high-profile public image.

As for Venessa Hanson, the 34-year-old was spotted at a surf competition and went on to win a modeling contest at the US Open, which led to a career in sports modeling. Her work eventually led her to the UFC, where she quickly became a fan favorite. Her portfolio includes campaigns for Skechers and TJ Maxx and features in GQ, Maxim, and Cosmopolitan. With over 260K Instagram followers, she describes herself as an Octagon Girl, model, and professional esthetician. Hanson is married to Andrew Grimes, a detail that she does not shy away from with her followers.

Together, the trio adds international appeal, professionalism, and continuity to major UFC events such as this one, which is headlined by Jack Della Maddalena and Islam Makhachev.

Net worth of UFC 322 Octagon/Ring girls

While their Octagon roles are high-profile, their true financial power comes from jobs other than UFC appearances. According to Sports Brief, Octagon Girls normally receive $1,000 to $5,000 per event, with an additional $5,000 for PPV appearances. However, modeling contracts, social media partnerships, and brand collaborations make up the majority of their income. Red Dela Cruz’s extensive international modeling career and magazine features indicate a substantial six-figure net worth, even though the exact figures aren’t confirmed. However, her branding work extends far beyond fight nights.

Chrissy Blair is often listed as one of the highest earners. Her net worth is estimated to be between $1 and $5 million, which she supports through modeling, Kalumi Beauty, sponsorships, and other businesses such as her modeling portfolio, “Chrissy Volume 1.” According to reports, she gets around $400,000 each year, making her the highest-paid Octagon Girl.

Venessa Hanson has amassed an equally diversified portfolio. With an estimated net worth of $1.5 million and an annual income of $300,000, she balances UFC appearances, modeling campaigns, and skincare work. Both she and Blair joined the UFC after being signed from Strikeforce in 2013, and they have remained among the promotion’s most recognized figures.

According to industry data, the most experienced Octagon Girls earn between $105,000 and $253,000 per year, based on event frequency and longevity. Blair and Hanson are both comfortably in that high tier. Red Dela Cruz, Chrissy Blair, and Vanessa Hanson, with their reach, professionalism, and growing business ventures, are critical components of UFC 322—bringing beauty, branding power, and personality to one of the year’s biggest fight nights.