Dana White’s Family, Children, Relationships, and Friends: Everything You Need to Know

Dana White is known worldwide for his leadership in MMA. But away from the spotlight, he values family, relationships, and friends as vital parts of his life. While his career often makes headlines, White’s views on family help shape his approach to both work and personal connections.

Family Life and Upbringing

Dana White was born in 1969 in Manchester, Connecticut. His early years were spent on the East Coast. Dana grew up with his mother, June White, and a sister. He moved around as a child, eventually settling in Las Vegas.

White is married to Anne Stella. They met in eighth grade when both attended school together in Maine. Their relationship continued for years before they married in 1996. Together, Dana and Anne have three children: two sons and one daughter.

The couple’s children are Dana White III, Aidan White, and Savannah White. All are biological children. Anne Stella, Dana’s wife, keeps a private life and is primarily focused on family matters. Dana’s mother, June White, wrote a book detailing aspects of his upbringing, but little else about his extended family is public.

Name	Relation	Birth Year
June White	Mother	Unknown
Anne Stella	Wife	Unknown
Dana White III	Son	Unknown
Aidan White	Son	Unknown
Savannah White	Daughter	Unknown

Friends in Dana’s Inner Circle

Dana White has long-standing friendships within the MMA world. One of his closest friends is Lorenzo Fertitta. They met through business dealings when White managed fighters and the Fertittas bought the UFC. Their close cooperation has spanned decades, built on trust and shared professional interests.

Another key friend is Joe Rogan, commentator and comedian. White and Rogan’s friendship began when Rogan started working for UFC. Their relationship blends professional collaboration with off-the-cuff banter. White’s friendships often stem from mutual respect and business ties.

Sometimes, friendships change or cool off. White was once close with Chuck Liddell, a former UFC champion. Their relationship cooled after Liddell’s retirement, mainly due to business decisions. Still, White is known to keep his circle loyal and supportive.

Name	Known Since	Profession
Lorenzo Fertitta	Early 2000s	Businessman/UFC Executive
Joe Rogan	Early 2000s	Commentator/Comedian
Chuck Liddell	1990s	MMA Fighter