How Fighting Sensation Gina Carano Transformed From An MMA Legend Into a Hollywood Star

The Face of the Sport

In 1997, the first documented female MMA fight took place, and a decade later, Gina Carano became one of the pioneering women who transformed the landscape for girls in the sport. Transitioning from Muay Thai to MMA in the mid-2000s, Carano achieved success in nearly every national fight, securing 3 knockouts out of 7 wins. Her ferocity and tenacity captured global admiration, earning her the title of “The Face of Women’s MMA.”