Jeremy Michael Fitz-Kennedy Bio
Jeremy Michael Fitz-Kennedy, born September 16, 1992, is a Canadian mixed martial artist competing in the Featherweight division. He has fought in major organizations including the Professional Fighters League (PFL), Bellator MMA, and the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
Early Life and Background
Kennedy was born and raised in Fleetwood, Surrey, British Columbia, Canada. He began training in boxing and Brazilian jiu-jitsu at age 13, motivated by competition with his older brother. He completed his education at Fleetwood Park Secondary School.
Path to MMA
Starting his career in 2013, Kennedy quickly made a name for himself by capturing both the Battlefield Fight League Amateur and Professional Featherweight Championships. His early success laid the foundation for his transition to larger promotions and national competition.
Jeremy Kennedy Career
Early Career (2013–2016)
Kennedy amassed an undefeated professional record of 8–0 before joining the UFC. His early career was marked by dominant performances in regional circuits, showcasing his skills in striking and grappling. He earned a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, which complemented his orthodox fighting stance.
Ultimate Fighting Championship Breakthrough (2016–2018)
Kennedy made his UFC debut on August 27, 2016, defeating Alessandro Ricci by unanimous decision. He continued his winning streak with unanimous decision victories over Rony Jason and Kyle Bochniak. A scheduled bout against Alexander Volkanovski was postponed due to injury but eventually took place at UFC 221 in February 2018, where Kennedy suffered a technical knockout loss in the second round.
Bellator MMA Era (2020–Present)
In October 2020, Kennedy signed with Bellator MMA and debuted with a unanimous decision win over Matt Bessette. He faced tough competition including Ádám Borics and Emmanuel Sanchez, securing notable victories. Kennedy was scheduled for a title shot against Patrício Pitbull in 2024 but lost the bout in the third round despite a strong performance.
Driving Style and Strengths
Kennedy fights from an orthodox stance with a reach of 180 cm and height of 180 cm. His style blends boxing and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, leveraging his black belt skills. He is known for his resilience, strategic approach, and ability to adapt during fights.
Notable Events and Milestones
Kennedy has competed in multiple top-tier MMA organizations and holds a professional record of 21 wins and 7 losses. He has earned victories by knockout, submission, and decision, demonstrating versatility across weight divisions including Lightweight, Featherweight, and Bantamweight.
Jeremy Kennedy Career Wins
Across his career, Kennedy has secured 21 professional wins, including knockouts, submissions, and decisions. His first UFC win came against Alessandro Ricci, and he has continued to perform strongly in Bellator and other promotions.
Bellator MMA Highlights
Kennedy’s Bellator tenure includes multiple unanimous decision wins and competitive bouts against top contenders. His fight against Patrício Pitbull for the Featherweight Championship was a career highlight despite the loss.
Other Wins & Performances
Before joining major promotions, Kennedy was a dominant force in Battlefield Fight League, holding both amateur and professional featherweight titles. He also competed in Brave Combat Federation, securing knockout and TKO victories.
Jeremy Kennedy Family
Family Background and Racing Lineage
Details about Kennedy’s family background beyond his early training with his older brother are not publicly documented.
Personal Life
Kennedy resides in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada. Public information about his marital status or children is not available.
2025 Season Performance
In 2025, Kennedy competed in the PFL Featherweight Tournament but faced setbacks with losses to Movlid Khaybulaev and Ádám Borics. He rebounded by winning the BFL Lightweight Championship via submission. Kennedy continues to train with Revolution MMA Xtreme Couture, aiming to regain momentum in his career.