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The Paramount era in the UFC is in its first year, and the billion-dollar partnership not only puts the fighters in the spotlight but also in different roles. One example was the surprising appearance of... Brian ortega e Mackenzie dern at the Golden Globe Awards, held in January in California (USA), to promote the league. And it shouldn't stop there. The athletes may become recurring figures in a major TV series.
Actor and producer Wilmer Valderrama revealed that he plans to invite UFC fighters to make special appearances on the series 'NCIS: Naval Criminal Investigative Service'. The show has been on the air since 2003 and has a legion of fans. As one of the big names in the show, a fan of MMA and a constant presence at UFC events, the professional indicates that the idea could work and is excited to bring the project to fruition.
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“Survivor. Let’s go. Yes, absolutely. I’ll definitely suggest some guest appearances on NCIS. You’ll see,” the actor said in an interview with 'MMA Junkie'.
Fighters as actors
Over the years, numerous MMA professionals have played a wide variety of roles in films and television series. This includes names like Gina Carano, Michael BispingRandy Couture Ronda Rousey, among others, act on a recurring basis.
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