Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1972-12-26
- Born Place: Le Havre, France
Also Known As:
Jerome LeBanner
Jérôme Le Banner
Jérôme Le Banner is a renowned French kickboxer, mixed martial artist (MMA), and former professional wrestler, famous for his aggressive fighting style and powerful knockouts. Born on December 26, 1972, in Le Havre, France, he began practicing martial arts at a young age, starting with judo and later training in Kyokushin karate and Muay Thai. Known for his southpaw stance, inspired by Bruce Lee’s techniques, Le Banner has made a significant impact in the world of combat sports. Throughout his kickboxing career, he won multiple world titles and was a two-time K-1 World Grand Prix runner-up, facing and defeating several top fighters such as Ernesto Hoost and Mark Hunt. Even after retiring from professional competition, Le Banner has remained active in the martial arts community, participating in training seminars and making occasional appearances in the ring. In recent years, he made a brief comeback to K-1 competition but faced a knockout loss. Despite setbacks, Jérôme Le Banner continues to contribute to martial arts through coaching and mentorship. He has been recognized for his contributions by being inducted into the ISKA Modern Hall of Fame as a legendary champion, cementing his legacy as one of the sport’s most influential figures.
