‘Deeply unsettling’ video of legend BJ Penn claiming 79-year-old mother being cloned has fans disturbed

Former UFC lightweight champion BJ Penn attracts attention with another controversial and disturbing post.

‘Deeply unsettling’ video of legend BJ Penn claiming 79-year-old mother being cloned has fans disturbed

BJ Penn claims his mother has been cloned (Image via MMA Fighting/Instagram)

UFC Hall of Famer BJ Penn has a history of sharing various conspiracy theories, but his most recent one is particularly alarming. On Monday, Penn shared two videos on Instagram where he doesn’t seem to recognize his mother, Lorraine Shin. The former UFC star is under the impression that his mother has been killed and substituted with a different woman.

Interestingly, BJ Penn’s Instagram account features his views on various controversial topics. In a recent post, Penn shared a video where he filmed a woman in the kitchen, claiming she was pretending to be his mother and identified her as “Lorraine Abile“. The UFC Hall of Famer also made serious accusations against the Hawaiian government. As such, he alleged that they were trying to steal his family’s money.

This lady right here, look at her a** and legs. She is acting like my 79-year-old mother, but she is not my 79-year-old mother… She’s trying to steal everything, and this is not my mother. And I’m putting this out because she’s saying she’s going to get an attorney and try to do something. She’s trying to throw me out and if I attack her, she’ll try to do something, TRO [temporary restraining order] or something else…

BJ Penn via Instagram

BJ Penn is similar to Chuck Liddell, in that both have played crucial roles in helping the UFC grow from its early days. Throughout his illustrious career in the promotion, Penn delivered some of the most impressive performances in UFC history. As a result, he is regarded as one of the legends of the UFC lightweight division. However, after a series of disappointing performances, Penn decided to retire in 2019.

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In the years surrounding his 2019 retirement, Penn faced several legal issues, such as DUI arrests and many more. Interestingly, the individual in the video is Penn’s mother. Over the years, the UFC Hall of Famer has shared numerous photos and videos with her on his social media handles. Moreover, she was also a significant supporter of Penn’s unsuccessful political bid for governor of Hawaii in 2022.

Fight fans react to BJ Penn failing to recognize his mother

BJ Penn has secured his place in UFC history as a Hall of Famer and former champion. His legacy inside the cage is truly legendary, characterized by intense battles and unforgettable victories. However, the story takes a concerning turn outside the octagon, as his behavior has raised alarms and sparked speculation regarding the effects of brain trauma.

BJ Penn's last UFC fight outing
BJ Penn’s last UFC fight outing (Image via MMA Fighting)

As he navigates life after his competitive career, unsettling behaviors have emerged, casting a shadow over the once-glorious fighter. This situation has upset both fans and netizens, especially as they witnessed Penn failing to recognize his mother. Check out some of the reactions below.

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Many fight fans expressed concern after witnessing the condition of one of the legends in the UFC. As a result, they hoped that someone from the UFC community, such as Dana White, would reach out to offer support regarding Penn’s alleged brain condition.