Who Is Gilbert Burns’ Wife Bruna? How Many Kids Do They Have?

Gilbert Burns may be a warrior in the cage, but at home, he plays a very different role: father, husband, and family man. And in the middle of it all is Bruna Burns, the woman who’s been by his side through every victory, setback, and comeback. While fans watch ‘Durinho’ trade punches inside the Octagon, Bruna and their kids form his rock-solid corner outside it.

So, who exactly is Bruna Burns? And what do we know about the Burns family’s life away from the bright lights of the UFC? From a shared love for Jiu-Jitsu to surviving a wild UFC brawl with their kids, let’s take a look at all we know about the Brazilian welterweight and his family! 

How did Gilbert Burns and Bruna Burns meet?

Like a scene from a martial arts romantic comedy, Gilbert and Bruna Burns’ story began on the mats. The two crossed paths during a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training session, where mutual passion quickly sparked a connection. While we don’t know the exact timeline, we do know that by August 10, 2012, they were married and ready to grapple with life together.

Since then, Bruna has stood by Gilbert through every chapter of his MMA journey. From regional shows to world-title fights, she’s been right there in his corner. But what is her professional background? 

What does Bruna Burns do?

Very few details of Bruna Burns’ personal life are available in the public domain. But her birthday falls on 4th January. Notably, she is also a Jiu-Jitsu expert. Further, she also holds a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu and has been working as an instructor at the Academy Combat Club. She is 3rd Degree Black Belt, has a Bachelors’ degree in Physical Training, is a 2012 IBJJF Black Belt Brazilian National Champion, 2011 IBJJF Black Belt No-Gi Brazilian National Champion, and 2019 IBJJF Black Belt Pan Silver Medalist.

Moreover, she keeps an active social media handle, and the fans get updates and catch glimpses of her personal life. Her feed is adorned with the clicks of her famed husband and their children. She has been a pillar of success for Gilbert Burns, as even after defeats, Bruna embraces her husband and assures him of victory. Speaking of children, here’s a look at all we know about the MMA power couple’s kids! 

Bruna and Gilbert Burns’ kids

The couple has two sons who bring a burst of joy to their lives. Their oldest, Pedro Brenaiah Burns, is believed to be over nine years old. The younger one, Joshua Burns, is around five. With two BJJ black belts for parents, the question is obvious: will the boys carry on the legacy?

In a post from April this year, Bruna Burns also shared an image of her sons and ‘Durinho’ getting ready to welcome a third member to their family! The caption for the image featured a Bible verse that read “Children are an heritage from the Lord.”

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Gilbert Burns’ wife and kids stuck between an ugly brawl

At UFC 296, the Burns family found themselves right in the line of fire. During the Tony Ferguson vs. Paddy Pimblett fight, Dricus Du Plessis shouted something at Sean Strickland, triggering chaos. Strickland, sensing trouble, asked the Burns family to move. Bruna recalled later in an interview, “He was like, ‘Excuse me, excuse me,’ and I was like, alright then.”

Then all hell broke loose. “Durinho pulled our son Joshua and told me, ‘Get out of there, they’re going to fight!’” Bruna said. “We were looking at the big screen and didn’t see anything. Jamahal Hill pulled me as soon as he noticed they were going to brawl.”

Strickland later reached out to ‘Durinho’ to apologize, asking if Bruna or the kids were hurt. Thankfully, no one was injured, but the moment was a reminder of how quickly things can spiral in fight week madness.

Now, Gilbert Burns returns to the cage at UFC Vegas 106, facing the undefeated Michael Morales. Some might think the 38-year-old is slowing down in light of his 3-fight skid. Whether this is a resurgence or the final stretch of his career, one thing’s certain: ‘Burns’ isn’t walking alone. His family is walking right there with him. 

Will he be able to halt the stream of losses and walk away smiling with his family at UFC Vegas 106? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!