The Louis Theroux Podcast S4 EP4: Leon Edwards on rubbing shoulders with Andrew Tate, the time Donald Trump saw him fight, and how MMA saved his life
Feb 4, 2025
UFC welterweight champion Leon ‘Rocky’ Edwards joins Louis to share his dynamic journey from a challenging childhood in Jamaica to MMA stardom. He recounts rubbing shoulders with Andrew Tate and the surprising moment when Donald Trump attended one of his fights. Leon reflects on how mixed martial arts saved him from a life of crime and discusses the financial challenges fighters face. With humor and insight, he emphasizes resilience, the evolution of MMA, and even puts Louis's physical strength to the test!
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Trump's Exit
- Leon Edwards recalls Donald Trump attending his fight against Colby Covington.
- Trump, a Covington supporter, left abruptly mid-speech after Covington's loss.
MMA vs. Boxing Safety
- Leon Edwards argues that MMA is less damaging than boxing due to varied training.
- MMA incorporates wrestling and jiu-jitsu, reducing head trauma compared to boxing's exclusive focus on punches.
Dinner with Tate
- Leon Edwards had dinner with Andrew Tate in Dubai during Tate's peak popularity.
- Edwards found Tate to be a "normal guy" and the dinner involved casual conversation about life and fighting.