Manon Caroline Fiorot Biography: Age, Husband, Parents, Net Worth, Weight, Height, Nationality

Manon Caroline Fiorot, known as “The Beast,” is a French professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC women’s flyweight division, where she is ranked #2 as of April 2024 and #4 in the UFC women’s pound-for-pound rankings as of May 2025.

Renowned for her striking precision and aggressive style, she holds an undefeated UFC record with notable victories over former title challengers like Katlyn Chookagian and Rose Namajunas.

• Full Name: Manon Caroline Fiorot
• Stage Name: The Beast
• Born: 17 February 1990
• Age: 35 years old
• Birthplace: Nice, France
• Nationality: French
• Occupation: Professional Mixed Martial Artist
• Height: 1.70 m
• Parents: Mr. Fiorot and Mrs. Fiorot
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Boyfriend: Aldric Cassata
• Children: None
• Relationship: Dating
• Net Worth: $1 million to $2 million

Early Life and Education

Manon Caroline Fiorot was born on February 17, 1990, in Nice, France, to parents referred to as Mr. Fiorot and Mrs. Fiorot, with no public details available about their names or professions. Information about her siblings is not disclosed.

At age seven, she began training in karate at a local gym, later earning a black belt and joining the French national team. She also attended a sports-focused boarding school, where she won the French Snowboarding Championship.

Details about her formal education beyond high school are unavailable, but she pursued physical education informally through martial arts. She is of French descent and practices Christianity, though she keeps her faith private.

Career

Manon Fiorot started her combat sports journey at seven with karate, eventually becoming a three-time French national champion and earning a black belt at 18.

After a serious injury sidelined her from the 2014 Karate World Championships, she transitioned to kickboxing and Muay Thai, achieving a 12-0 amateur Muay Thai record and two national titles.

Her MMA career began in 2016 at the IMMAF World Championships in Las Vegas, where she lost her amateur debut but later won the 2017 IMMAF amateur world championship.

Her professional debut in 2018 at Cage Warriors 94 resulted in a split decision loss to Leah McCourt, her only career defeat.

Fiorot’s professional career gained momentum with titles in Extreme Fighting Championship (EFC) in 2019 and UAE Warriors in 2020, defeating opponents like Corinne Laframboise and Gabriela Campos via TKO.

She debuted in the UFC on January 20, 2021, at UFC on ESPN: Chiesa vs. Magny, stopping Victoria Leonardo with a second-round TKO via head kick.

She continued her ascent with unanimous decision wins over top contenders like Jennifer Maia (UFC on ESPN 33, March 2022), Katlyn Chookagian (UFC 280, October 2022), and Rose Namajunas (UFC Fight Night 226, September 2023).

Her main event victory over Erin Blanchfield at UFC on ESPN 54 in March 2024 solidified her as a top contender.

Fiorot remains a dominant force in the UFC flyweight division, training under coach Aldric Cassata in Nice, France.

In September 2024, she served as the backup fighter for the UFC Women’s Flyweight Championship trilogy bout between Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko at UFC 306.

Despite a unanimous decision loss to Shevchenko at UFC 315 in May 2025, her performance showcased her elite striking and resilience.

Fiorot’s journey from karate to UFC stardom, highlighted by her 12-2 professional record (6 knockouts, 6 decisions), continues to inspire French MMA fans, with her next fight anticipated to keep her in title contention.  

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @manonfiorot_mma
• Facebook Handle: Manon Fiorot
• Twitter Handle: @ManonFiorot_MMA

Personal Life

Manon Fiorot is in a relationship with her coach, Aldric Cassata, though they keep details private and have not confirmed their status publicly. She is unmarried and has no children, focusing primarily on her MMA career.

Based in Nice, France, Fiorot enjoys traveling, with posts showcasing visits to the United States and other destinations.

Her lifestyle reflects her disciplined training regimen, and she maintains close ties with her family, particularly citing her father as her hero.

Net Worth

Manon Fiorot has an estimated net worth of $1 million to $2 million. Her income primarily comes from UFC fight purses, with reported earnings of $81,000 for her fight against Erin Blanchfield and additional bonuses, such as the 20% purse fine from Katlyn Chookagian’s weight miss at UFC 280.