Quick Info
| Profession | MMA Fighter, MMA Commentator, Entrepreneur |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 07/12/1982 |
| Age | 43 years |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
Latest News about Laura Sanko
Laura Sanko was reported to have signed a fresh broadcast deal with UFC and Paramount, extending her role as a major on-air voice in mixed martial arts coverage. The arrangement followed her long run across UFC reporting, commentary, and analysis, and was presented as a continuation of her growing presence in the promotion's media ecosystem.
MMA.INC appointed Laura Sanko to its Board of Directors, citing her experience as a UFC broadcaster and former professional fighter. The company said her addition was intended to strengthen its global growth and digital innovation strategy in martial arts.
Laura Sanko announced that she had earned her Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt after roughly 19 years of training. The milestone added to her credibility as both a former fighter and a broadcast analyst, and she shared the achievement publicly ahead of UFC Kansas City.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Laura Marcusse-Sanko |
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| Nickname | Fancy |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 5" (165 cm) |
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| Weight | 48 Kg (105 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Light Blue |
| Hair Color | Extra Light Beige Blonde |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Kansas City Christian School, Kansas, U.S. |
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| College/University | William Jewell College, Liberty, U.S. |
| Degree | Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship (2001-2005) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Christianity |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Boyfriends | Nathan Sanko (CEO of Leggera Technologies) |
| Marriage Date | 07/09/2012 |
Family
| Father | Economic Development Executive |
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| Siblings | Brother - Steve Marcusse (Industrial Real Estate Advisor) |
| Spouse | Nathan Sanko |
| Children | Son - Burke Sanko |
Career
| Overview | Laura Sanko's career straddles the worlds of mixed martial arts and entrepreneurship. She began her professional life at Fleishman-Hillard Inc. before moving to The Whittaker Group and Adorn Ventures. Over the years, she has made her mark in the MMA industry, rising to prominence as a fighter and later as a commentator. |
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Favourites
| Food | Pork |
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| Dessert | Cupcake |
| Film | The Karate Kid (1984) |
Style Quotient
| Car Collection | Mercedes-Benz G-Class |
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Social Media
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. She relocated from Illinois to Kansas City at the age of 7. | |
| 2. Her nickname 'Fancy' originates from an acquaintance's comment on her elegance in training. | |
| 3. Joined Fleishman-Hillard Inc. in 2005, then moved on to various leadership roles until 2010. | |
| 4. Became a commentator for Dana White’s Contender Series in 2021. | |
| 5. Created a YouTube channel called One On One | MMA in 2021. | |
| 6. Maintains fitness through regular gym workouts and has a brown belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. | |
| 7. Occasionally consumes alcohol and knows how to ride horses. | |
| 8. Trained with K2L Grindhouse. | |
| 9. Resides in Kansas City, Missouri, USA |