Gilbert Burns Biography: Kids, Worth, Age, Parents, Height, Ethnicity, Siblings, Wife, Awards

Gilbert Burns, born Gilbert Alexander Pontes Burns on July 20, 1986, in Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is a Brazilian mixed martial artist and former world champion in Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Known as “Durinho,” he competes in the UFC’s welterweight division and is respected for his powerful grappling and striking abilities.

Profile

• Full Name: Gilbert Alexander Pontes Burns
• Stage Name: Gilbert Burns
• Born: July 20, 1986
• Age: 39 years old
• Birthplace: Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Nationality: Brazilian
• Occupation: Mixed Martial Artist
• Height: 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm)
• Parent: Herbert Sr. (father), Tania Burns (mother)
• Siblings: Herbert Burns, Frederick Burns
• Spouse: Bruna Burns
• Children: Pedro Burns, Joshua Burns, and Alice Burns
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: Estimated at $2 million

Early Life And Education

Gilbert Alexander Pontes Burns was born on July 20, 1986, in Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is 39 years old. He was born to Herbert Sr. and Tania Burns.

Gilbert has two brothers: Herbert Burns, a professional MMA fighter, and Frederick Burns. He is of Afro-Brazilian ethnicity and practices Christianity. Gilbert began training in Brazilian jiu-jitsu as a teenager and quickly excelled in the sport.

His academic background was focused more on his athletic development, and he fully committed to a professional fighting career after winning several championships in BJJ, including the IBJJF World Championship.

Career

Gilbert Burns began his combat sports career in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, where he became a world-class competitor, winning multiple medals, including gold at the 2011 IBJJF World Championship.

He later transitioned to mixed martial arts and made his professional debut in 2012. He joined the UFC in 2014 and quickly gained attention for his grappling dominance and improving striking.

Competing in both the lightweight and welterweight divisions, Gilbert has fought and defeated top-level opponents, including Tyron Woodley, Stephen Thompson, and Demian Maia. His most notable fight came in 2021 when he challenged Kamaru Usman for the UFC Welterweight Championship.

Although he lost that bout, Burns remains a top contender and a fan favourite due to his aggressive style and finishing ability. He holds a 3rd-degree black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and continues to train out of Sanford MMA in Florida.

Awards and Nominations

• Performance of the Night (multiple times)
• Fight of the Night (vs. Khamzat Chimaev)
• Former UFC Welterweight Title Challenger
• IBJJF World Champion

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @gilbert_burns
• Twitter handle: @GilbertDurinho

Personal Life

Brazilian mixed martial artist and former world champion in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Gilbert Burns, is currently married to Bruna Burns, a fellow BJJ black belt. The couple has three children: Pedro, Joshua, and Alice. He has not been publicly linked to any previous romantic relationships.

Regarding his height, Gilbert Burns stands at 5 feet 10 inches tall, which is approximately 178 cm. Gilbert is known for being family-oriented, humble, and deeply committed to his training and faith.

Net Worth

Gilbert Burns has an estimated net worth of $2 million. His income sources include UFC fight purses, win and performance bonuses, sponsorship deals, BJJ seminars, and brand endorsements. His consistent presence among the UFC elite has solidified both his reputation and financial standing in the sport.