Mike ‘Platinum’ Perry is an American mixed martial artist and bare-knuckle boxer who has made waves in the UFC and BKFC for his aggressive fighting style. He was born on September 15, 1991, in Flint, Michigan, United States. Perry was first introduced to martial arts at the age of 11. According to his interviews, Perry had lived a problematic life since childhood, but he found an outlet through training and made a professional career in combat sports. The Michigan native embarked on his professional MMA career in 2014, gaining a record of 14 wins and 8 losses, as of July 2024. He made his first walk to the UFC octagon in 2016 and quickly rose to prominence for his highlights, including victories over top contenders like Hyun Gyu Lim, Danny Roberts, and Paul Felder.
During his time in the UFC, he faced tough competition, among whom were Donald Cerrone, Geoff Neal, and Vicente Luque. Transitioning to bare-knuckle boxing in 2021, Perry signed with BKFC and as of July 2024, has gone unbeaten in the sport, holding a record of 5-0. He has recorded notable victories over former UFC champions, such as Luke Rockhold and Eddie Alvarez, as well as Michael "Venom" Page.
Mike Perry Tattoos
Mike Perry has a lot of tattoos spread throughout his body. Let’s take a deeper look at some of his iconic tattoos.
Tattoo of ‘Platinum’
Mike Perry’s most notable tattoo is the word ‘Platinum’ inked above his right eyebrow. This tattoo was inspired by his nickname.
Tattoo of ‘Spade’
Perry has a tattoo of a spade symbol under his right ear. This tattoo is often associated as a symbol of luck, strategy, and triumph.
Tattoo of ‘God’s Gift
Mike Perry has the words ‘God’s Gift’ along with a tattoo that took nine hours to complete inked on his abdomen.
Tattoo of the Holy Cross and Knight of Swords
Mike Perry has the tattoo of the holy cross and a Knight of Swords tattooed on his left chest. This tattoo signifies his faith in Christianity.
Tattoo of ‘Relentless’
Mike Perry has the word ‘Relentless’ etched on his right forearm. According to his Instagram, Perry got this tattoo in September 2014.
Tattoo of Dragon
Mike Perry has a tattoo of a dragon on his right upper arm. A dragon tattoo symbolizes courage, wisdom, and strength.
FAQs on Mike Perry’s Tattoos
A. Though the exact number is uncertain, Mike Perry has six visible tattoos spread across his body.
A. The exact date when Mike Perry got his first tattoo is unknown.
A. Perry has never lost a fight in bare-knuckle boxing.
A. Mike Perry is from Flint, Michigan, United States.
A. Mike Perry is nicknamed ‘Platinum’.
