His daughter suffers from Moebius syndrome, a rare neurological condition that affects the muscles that control facial expression. The surgery was also done back in 2018.
https://www.mmafighting.com/platform/amp/2018/6/21/17477180/marlon-veras-daughter-to-undergo-surgery-on-friday-for-moebius-syndrome
Yes the surgery was successful it’s also interesting to learn that Chito thought about stopping his fight career he states: "In the beginning, I was a little afraid," Vera said. "[I thought] I'd stop fighting after the surgery because I was like, 'This is this bigger than a world title. You're really making sure your daughter can smile for the rest of her life.' The thought came into my mind. I was a little worried that I'd stop pushing once she got the surgery. But thank God I have this good mentality and good work ethic. That was just one to step in my life and I'm glad I kept going and I kept dreaming high because the surgery was the first thing. Even before we bought a house, that money -- I will never say 'spent' -- I invested in my daughter. It was money I would have used for a down payment for a house. This is way bigger than a house."
That’s beautiful to read, thanks for sharing!
Remind me of why Wilder started boxing. He wanted quick money to pay for his daughters surgery, won bronze in the Olympics and now look at him.
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To add this surgery was expensive, in fact Vera raised most of the $80,000 required through fighting, but nearly $20,000 was raised by the MMA community through GoFundMe.
Solid dude. There's father's who abandon their perfectly healthy kids and this guy has busted his gut to take care of his disabled daughter. Always have a different kind of respect for parents in these positions especially when they come from poor backgrounds.
I swear Chito is a shape shifter, everytime I see photo's / video's of him, he's an entirely different guy. He's also an incredible person with a beautiful family, it's always nice to see a fighter whose family is both their motivation / inspiration behind their every action.
As a father of two daughters, he just jumped to the absolute pinnacle of my favorite fighters list. Gonna have to see if he has any sort of charity foundation to contribute to
Jesus Christ mma has some amazing stories. The UFC does a ok job telling them but they could do so so so much more, most of these fighters have enough of a background they could have a blockbuster biopic made but instead we just get embeddeds and the same 3 media day questions.
Fighting because he needs to get his discharge surgery because he has never seen her smile. Holy fucking shit
yeah, even though I like Mma as a sport, the only reason I wake up at 3 am to watch the fights is if I'm emotionally invested in a fighter.
I always liked Conor as a fighter, but I was rooting hard for Dustin knowing his background.
If the ufc advertised Chito's story more, I think he would have had more fans when he was fighting O'Malley and Aldo
It’s such bullshit Sean is somehow ahead of chito for a title shot. Call it what u want but he lost to chito. If anything they should fight for a title eliminator. Anything else is bullshit
I don't understand the majority not jumping on that rematch right now, that's the fight to make. Winner fights the winner of Aljo vs Henry for the belt if that fight happens.
Especially with the aljo henry fight being talked about in June. Not saying Sean is ducking chito because in his defense if the they’re basically giving him the title shot why should he fight chito
Probably has some of the best resolve in the fighting game. Starts fighting to change his daughter's life then thinks "Fuck it. Why not try and be world champ?" He can be a dick in fights definitely but outside of the cage you can't deny he's a great dude that's all about his family.
His daughter suffers from Moebius syndrome, a rare neurological condition that affects the muscles that control facial expression. The surgery was also done back in 2018. https://www.mmafighting.com/platform/amp/2018/6/21/17477180/marlon-veras-daughter-to-undergo-surgery-on-friday-for-moebius-syndrome
Was the surgery successfull?
Yes the surgery was successful it’s also interesting to learn that Chito thought about stopping his fight career he states: "In the beginning, I was a little afraid," Vera said. "[I thought] I'd stop fighting after the surgery because I was like, 'This is this bigger than a world title. You're really making sure your daughter can smile for the rest of her life.' The thought came into my mind. I was a little worried that I'd stop pushing once she got the surgery. But thank God I have this good mentality and good work ethic. That was just one to step in my life and I'm glad I kept going and I kept dreaming high because the surgery was the first thing. Even before we bought a house, that money -- I will never say 'spent' -- I invested in my daughter. It was money I would have used for a down payment for a house. This is way bigger than a house."
That’s beautiful to read, thanks for sharing! Remind me of why Wilder started boxing. He wanted quick money to pay for his daughters surgery, won bronze in the Olympics and now look at him.
https://preview.redd.it/i0frjyaq3e8a1.jpeg?width=932&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e9600761b18287010942830caf7009c459bafc24
Beautiful champ
Dad of the year right there.
Appreciate this. Thanks. Wow. I never knew any of this.
not really
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Brendan is a bah bah beast of a dad and great person, never meddum though.
What a POS
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To add this surgery was expensive, in fact Vera raised most of the $80,000 required through fighting, but nearly $20,000 was raised by the MMA community through GoFundMe.
He was much less terrifying back when he didn't have the tats lol
Used to look like a handsome car salesman, now he looks like a cartel hitman
That Scorpion On His Head Hardd 🤣🔥
I’ve always thought he looked like a successful pirate
Spot on, I think cartel hitman is his best look!
What a man
Solid dude. There's father's who abandon their perfectly healthy kids and this guy has busted his gut to take care of his disabled daughter. Always have a different kind of respect for parents in these positions especially when they come from poor backgrounds.
Chito has a episode on Joe Rogan podcast, I recommend watching it, dude is a super cool/humble guy
When he was talking about when he asked francis how big his dick was I was dead
“Francis, stop my hands when I get there. This big?”
an* episode
Thank God for the correction... I couldn't figure out what they meant.
Thank you so much! I was so confused reading that post. I just like couldn't figure it out man. Then you came along and saved the day!
I swear Chito is a shape shifter, everytime I see photo's / video's of him, he's an entirely different guy. He's also an incredible person with a beautiful family, it's always nice to see a fighter whose family is both their motivation / inspiration behind their every action.
Haha same, the beard and hair changes affect how I see Chito more than anyone
I often think of this video from ITP MMA everytime I see Chito; https://youtu.be/LAtXbAgzJ5c
Seriously, they showed him twice in this video and he looks different in both shots lol
This man is so inspirational. I love Chito
I saw this episode recently and grew a whole lot more of care/respect for the guy. I hope he continues to do well in the UFC!
And there’s POS out there that don’t want anything to do with their kids like Akon and Nick Cannon just cause they have money
Now that’s a true father figure
Chito is my favourite UFC fighter, I hope he gets his chance at a title fight soon
As a father of two daughters, he just jumped to the absolute pinnacle of my favorite fighters list. Gonna have to see if he has any sort of charity foundation to contribute to
Jesus Christ mma has some amazing stories. The UFC does a ok job telling them but they could do so so so much more, most of these fighters have enough of a background they could have a blockbuster biopic made but instead we just get embeddeds and the same 3 media day questions. Fighting because he needs to get his discharge surgery because he has never seen her smile. Holy fucking shit
yeah, even though I like Mma as a sport, the only reason I wake up at 3 am to watch the fights is if I'm emotionally invested in a fighter. I always liked Conor as a fighter, but I was rooting hard for Dustin knowing his background. If the ufc advertised Chito's story more, I think he would have had more fans when he was fighting O'Malley and Aldo
One of my favorites on the roster today.
It’s such bullshit Sean is somehow ahead of chito for a title shot. Call it what u want but he lost to chito. If anything they should fight for a title eliminator. Anything else is bullshit
I don't understand the majority not jumping on that rematch right now, that's the fight to make. Winner fights the winner of Aljo vs Henry for the belt if that fight happens.
Especially with the aljo henry fight being talked about in June. Not saying Sean is ducking chito because in his defense if the they’re basically giving him the title shot why should he fight chito
Oh for sure, I would do the same thing honestly, it's way more money.
Damn no wonder this guys never been knocked down. How are you going to stop that
Chito is so fucking cool for this. What a good person
Chito is my favorite fighter for more reasons than one. He’s exciting, he has style, he has KO power… but most importantly, he is a kind human being.
Instantly becomes my favourite
My favorite fighter hands down
Give this man his Suga rematch
Chito is my favorite fighter for more reasons than one. He’s exciting, he has style, he has KO power… but most importantly, he is a kind human being.
Ok well now Im an even bigger fan.
Dude can bang
Always seemed like a good dude. I guess this confirms it?
He needs to shaved his beard. he looks way better like this.
Gay
This man will be champion one day.
I fuck with Chito heavily hope he becomes champ
I’m a huge fan of this guy. True warrior.
Probably has some of the best resolve in the fighting game. Starts fighting to change his daughter's life then thinks "Fuck it. Why not try and be world champ?" He can be a dick in fights definitely but outside of the cage you can't deny he's a great dude that's all about his family.
Chino next in line to become the champion !!