George St-Pierre: Record, Illness, Net Worth (2025)

Few champions in any sport have quietly managed a chronic illness while remaining at the top of their game. Georges St-Pierre did exactly that, winning UFC titles in two weight classes while living with ulcerative colitis — a diagnosis that only became public after his 2017 comeback. With 28 professional fights, 26 wins, and a post-fighting career that spans Hollywood and business, here’s what his full story looks like beyond the highlight reels.

Total fights: 28 · Wins: 26 · Losses: 2 · UFC championships: 2 (Welterweight, Middleweight) · UFC Hall of Fame induction: 2020

Eight key facts form the backbone of St-Pierre’s profile — a mix of measurable stats and biographical anchors.

Has GSP ever lost?

Yes — exactly twice in his professional career. Both losses came by knockout or TKO, and in each case St-Pierre later avenged the defeat.

How many times did George St-Pierre lose in the UFC?

• Loss 1: Matt Hughes at UFC 50 (October 2004) — Hughes submitted St-Pierre with an armbar in the first round (ESPN fight history).
• Loss 2: Matt Serra at UFC 69 (April 2007) — Serra knocked out St-Pierre 3:25 into the first round (UFC record).

St-Pierre avenged both: he defeated Hughes at UFC 65 to win the welterweight title, and beat Serra at UFC 83 to reclaim it. The pattern: two setbacks, two comebacks.

What was George St-Pierre’s weakness?

Early in his career, St-Pierre could be caught by a powerful striker — both losses came via one-punch power. However, he evolved into a methodical wrestler and tactician, winning 33 consecutive rounds between 2007 and 2011 according to Wikipedia. His later style prioritized control and minimized risk, leaving few openings.

The implication: what others saw as a hole in his game, St-Pierre turned into a strategic advantage that defined his peak years.

What illness did GSP have?

After his middleweight title win at UFC 217 in November 2017, St-Pierre revealed on Facebook that he had been diagnosed with ulcerative colitis — a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation and ulcers in the digestive tract (CBS Sports report). In a TSN interview, he said he knew something was wrong about a month before the Bisping fight, experiencing blood and persistent symptoms.

UFC president Dana White told reporters that St-Pierre was “out for a minute” after the diagnosis (CBS Sports). The fighter later said medication made him “almost 100% now” and that he felt much better after starting treatment.

What is the life expectancy for Crohn’s?

Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease are both forms of inflammatory bowel disease. With modern treatment, life expectancy for people with IBD is near-normal, according to Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation. St-Pierre himself said on a December 2018 podcast that he had recovered completely from ulcerative colitis, though he continued to manage his diet and training.

What does George St. Pierre do now?

Since retiring in February 2019, St-Pierre has built a multi‑faceted post-fighting career.

What movies has George St-Pierre been in?

His most visible role is as Georges Batroc in Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014), a Marvel film where he played a French mercenary. He also appeared in action titles such as Kickboxer: Retaliation and The Death and Life of John F. Donovan (IMDb filmography).

What is George St-Pierre’s net worth?

Estimates vary widely. Some sources put it at $12–20 million, though exact figures are not publicly confirmed. His earnings came from UFC pay‑per‑view bonuses, sponsorship deals, and later royalties from acting and brand partnerships.

He also entered the cryptocurrency space as a brand ambassador and invests in fitness ventures. In 2023, St-Pierre was inducted into Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame and received the Order of Sport (Wikipedia).

Did McGregor ever fight GSP?

No. Conor McGregor and Georges St-Pierre never fought inside the Octagon, despite persistent rumors and fan speculation.

Negotiations reportedly took place in 2017–2018 when McGregor was moving up to welterweight. St-Pierre expressed interest in a fight, but the bout never materialized partly because GSP retired in 2019 and McGregor’s focus shifted. The closest the MMA world got was a series of tweet exchanges and a few press‑conference mentions (ESPN timeline).

Who ended Ronda Rousey’s career?

Ronda Rousey’s undefeated run ended at the hands of Holly Holm at UFC 193 (November 2015), who knocked her out with a head kick. Rousey then lost to Amanda Nunes by TKO at UFC 207 (December 2016) and retired afterward (UFC athlete page). While often asked alongside GSP questions, the two careers are unrelated — St-Pierre never fought Rousey either.

Timeline signal

• 2002 — Professional MMA debut
• 2004 — Loss to Matt Hughes at UFC 50
• 2006 — Wins UFC Welterweight Championship vs. Matt Hughes at UFC 65 (ESPN)
• 2007 — Loss to Matt Serra at UFC 69
• 2008 — Regains title from Matt Serra at UFC 83
• 2013 — Defeats Johny Hendricks, retains welterweight title
• 2017 — Returns to defeat Michael Bisping for middleweight title at UFC 217 (CBS Sports)
• 2018 — Diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, announces recovery
• 2019 — Announces official retirement at Bell Centre, Montreal (Wikipedia)
• 2020 — Inducted into UFC Hall of Fame
• 2023 — Inducted into Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame

The timeline shows a career defined by peaks, valleys, and a late‑career health battle that became as defining as any championship win.

Quotes

“He’s one of the greatest of all time. What he did coming back after four years and beating Michael Bisping — that’s just unreal.”

— Dana White, UFC president (comment on GSP’s legacy)

“I shocked the world. Nobody thought I could beat him, but I knew I had the power to put him away.”

— Matt Serra, reflecting on his UFC 69 upset win

“I knew something was wrong about a month before the fight. I started seeing blood and I was feeling really tired. But I didn’t want to pull out.”

— Georges St-Pierre, TSN interview explaining his colitis symptoms before UFC 217

Editor’s note: St-Pierre’s willingness to fight despite undiagnosed colitis adds another layer to his reputation. It also raises questions about how many other athletes compete through hidden medical conditions.

Related reading: Niki Lauda: Crash, Lung Transplants, and Life after Formula 1 — another story of an elite athlete overcoming a life‑threatening health crisis. Sophie Cunningham: WNBA Bio, Height, Stats & Faith — a modern athlete profile with a similar emphasis on resilience beyond the sport.