Dan Hooker Casually Laughs Off Wild Accusations from Alleged Ex-Mistress 

UFC lightweight star Dan Hooker responds to recent controversy related to his alleged ‘side chick’ spilling her side of the story.

Dan Hooker Casually Laughs Off Wild Accusations from Alleged Ex-Mistress 

Dan Hooker comments on recent controversy (via X)

In Short
  • Dan Hooker faces controversy after unverified cheating allegations from an alleged ex-mistress.
  • The woman claims Hooker gifted her expensive items while he was still married, suggesting a deeper relationship.
  • Hooker responded casually on social media, neither confirming nor denying the accusations, which fueled further speculation.

Dan Hooker is widely regarded as one of the most entertaining competitors on the UFC roster today. Known for his relentless pressure and brutal striking style, the lightweight has delivered several unforgettable wars inside the octagon. Recently, however, Hooker has found himself at the center of controversy dominating headlines across combat sports media.

The situation escalated after unverified cheating allegations surfaced online, rapidly spreading across various social media platforms. A former stripper with Instagram handle @keekgrace recently posted a video publicly describing herself as the alleged ‘side chick’ of Hooker. In the video, the woman claimed that the lightweight fighter gifted her expensive presents during their interactions.

This was like 2023. He started paying for my life completely. I tried to leave this man so many times but he will always get me back with something shiny. Every time he cheated on me, he paid up a lot. 

@keekgrace via Instagram stories

She further alleged that these gifts were given while he was still married, suggesting involvement beyond casual acquaintance. Some online narratives suggest Hooker’s wife allegedly knew about the relationship, though no direct evidence is publicly confirmed. According to the woman, she and Hooker’s wife got along well, as it was just a way of life for them. 

Following the allegations, Hooker offered a casual response to the controversy unfolding across social media. “What I miss,” wrote the fighter on X, appearing unfazed by the growing speculation surrounding him. The lightweight further added, “Nothing like a woman scorned,” subtly addressing the situation without detailed clarification.

Dan Hooker neither confirmed nor denied the accusations, which only intensified online debate and fueled continued discussion among fans. Back in 2024, Hooker was riding a three-fight winning streak and aggressively targeted a long-awaited lightweight title opportunity. However, momentum shifted dramatically as he suffered two consecutive losses that stalled his surge toward championship contention.

His most recent appearance came against Benoit Saint-Denis, where he was stopped via TKO in brutal fashion. Following that setback, Hooker publicly called out former Bellator champion Michael Chandler for a high-profile White House event clash. Nevertheless, amid the recent allegations and growing controversy, circumstances have certainly complicated his immediate fighting future.

Dan Hooker responds to ‘Gay’ accusations 

The woman who made the accusations publicly claimed that Dan Hooker was cheating on her while simultaneously communicating with other men behind her back. She alleged that throughout their relationship, Hooker engaged in secretive conversations, betraying her trust and misleading her emotionally. 

Dan Hooker responds to ‘Gay' accusations
Dan Hooker responds to ‘Gay’ accusations (via X)

To support her claims, the alleged side chick shared screenshots of alleged private chats that she said involved the UFC lightweight. Within those screenshots, she highlighted a message where someone referred to “Hangman,” the nickname Hooker uses inside the cage.

According to her, the use of that specific nickname strongly indicated the identity of the person involved. Additionally, she stated that she experienced emotional abuse during the relationship and described the situation as deeply distressing.

Following the ‘homose*ual’ accusations, Hooker took to X and shared his reaction, ”No sh*t, I’m gay now???,” wrote Hooker. Hooker’s BJJ training partner Craig Jones also took part in the drama and shared a picture with Hooker and captioned it, “It was one time, Relax.” The BJJ star is well known for his hilarious and unapologetic personality on the internet and antics during BJJ tournaments.

Former middleweight champion Sean Strickland also commented on Jones’s comments, making the situation more interesting. Hooker is married to Isabella, his longtime partner who has supported his demanding career through injuries and setbacks in training camps. 

The couple shares a daughter together, and Hooker frequently speaks about how becoming a father transformed his perspective completely. Last month at UFC 325, Hooker talked about his YouTube channel with his daughter and was excited that he was working on it. 

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