Octagon Girl Brittney Palmer announces her retirement from the UFC after a successful career spanning over a decade. Read more about her emotional announcement and the impact she made in the octagon.
| Octagon Girl Brittney Palmer announces her retirement from the UFC.
| She made the announcement at the World MMA Awards 2023.
| UFC 296 will be her final event in the octagon.
| Palmer expressed her gratitude while accepting the ‘best octagon girl’ award.
| She started her career in the WEC and transitioned to the UFC.
| Alongside Arianny Celeste, she became a regular fixture at UFC events.
| Palmer is also a talented artist known for her murals and paintings.
| She won a fan vote in 2011 to return to the octagon.
| Her retirement marks the end of an era in the UFC.
Octagon Girl Brittney Palmer Announces Retirement
Brittney Palmer, the beloved Octagon Girl, has announced her retirement from the UFC. After a successful career spanning over a decade, Palmer made the emotional announcement at the World MMA Awards 2023. This weekend’s UFC 296 event will mark her final appearance in the octagon.
Palmer expressed her gratitude while accepting the award for ‘best octagon girl’ at the prestigious ceremony. She thanked the UFC, Fighter’s Only, and all the fans who voted for her. With a touch of sadness, she revealed her decision to retire, saying, ‘After 16 years with the UFC, I’ve decided to hang up my octagon girl shorts. This has been an unforgettable experience, and I am truly honored.’
Starting her career in the now-defunct WEC, Palmer quickly became a familiar face in the octagon when the WEC merged with the UFC. Alongside Arianny Celeste, another renowned octagon girl, Palmer became a regular fixture at UFC events. Her stunning appearances captivated fans and earned her a spot on the cover of Playboy magazine in 2012.
Palmer’s talents extend beyond the octagon. She is also a talented artist, known for her murals and paintings. In pursuit of her passion for art, Palmer decided to leave the UFC and focus on her artistic career. Her dedication and talent were recognized in 2011 when she won a fan vote held by UFC CEO Dana White, earning her a return to the octagon.
Brittney Palmer’s retirement marks the end of an era in the UFC. Her presence and contributions will be missed by fans and fighters alike. As she embarks on a new chapter in her life, we wish her all the best in her artistic endeavors.
