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Jiu-jitsu has so many benefits from staying fit, challenging yourself, learning self-defense, and mental toughness. 

But another side of jiu-jitsu that is super important to us is the community we're a part of. For many kids and parents, especially during covid, find a space and group of people to grow with...

25 Celebrities and Famous people who practice Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)

1. Joe Rogan - Comedian, podcast host, and UFC commentator, Joe Rogan is a black belt in BJJ under Eddie Bravo.

2. Demi Lovato - American singer and actress, Demi Lovato is a blue belt in BJJ under Jay Glazer.

3. Guy Ritchie - British filmmaker and screenwriter, Guy Ritchie is a black belt in BJJ under Renzo Gracie.

4. Ashton Kutcher - American actor and entrepreneur, Ashton Kutcher is a brown belt in BJJ under Rigan Machado.

5. Gisele Bündchen - Brazilian supermodel She has been training in BJJ for a year and a half now, with Valente Brothers, her Jiu-Jitsu instructor from day one.

6. Anthony Bourdain - Late American chef, author, and television personality, Anthony Bourdain was a blue belt in BJJ under Carlos Gracie Jr.

7. Kelly Slater - Professional surfer and 11-time world champion. He is a black belt under Rodrigo Medeiros. He said "Put your kids in Jiu-Jitsu before other sports"

8. Tom Hardy - The actor is known for his roles in "The Dark Knight Rises" and "Mad Max: Fury Road." He is a blue belt under Eddie Bravo

9. Henry Cavill - The actor famous for the Superman movie, may be one of the biggest movie stars of his time, but he's also got time to still train in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

10. Ed O'Neill - Actor is known for his roles in "Married... with Children" and "Modern Family." He is a black belt under Rorion Gracie

11. Chuck Norris - Martial artist and actor known for his roles in movies such as "Way of the Dragon" and "Walker, Texas Ranger." He is a black belt in multiple martial arts, including BJJ.

12. Rener Gracie - Gracie Jiu-Jitsu instructor and member of the famous Gracie family. He is a coral belt.

13. Meg Ryan - Actress is known for her roles in "When Harry Met Sally" and "Sleepless in Seattle." She is a blue belt under Renzo Gracie.

14. Clark Gregg - The actor is known for his role as Agent Phil Coulson in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He is a black belt under Renato Magno.

15. Jason Statham - Actor is known for his roles in action movies such as "The Transporter" and "The Expendables." He is a black belt under Renzo Gracie.

16. Nicolas Cage - Actor is known for his roles in movies such as "Leaving Las Vegas" and "National Treasure." He is a purple belt under Royce Gracie.

17. Vin Diesel - Actor is known for his roles in action movies such as "The Fast and the Furious" franchise. He is a blue belt under Renzo Gracie

18. Josh Waitzkin - Chess prodigy and author of "The Art of Learning." He is a black belt under Marcelo Garcia.

19. James Hetfield - Musician and lead vocalist of the band Metallica. He is a blue belt under Pedro Sauer.

20. Chris Haueter - BJJ pioneer and black belt under Rigan Machado. He has also trained many Hollywood actors in BJJ, including Keanu Reeves.

21. Jean-Claude Van Damme - Martial artist and actor known for his roles in movies such as "Bloodsport" and "Kickboxer." He is a black belt in multiple martial arts, including BJJ.

22. Maynard James Keenan - Musician and lead vocalist of the band Tool, A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer. He is a purple belt under Rickson Gracie.

23. Nic Gregoriades - BJJ black belt and founder of the Jiu-Jitsu Brotherhood. He has also trained many Hollywood actors in BJJ, including Henry Cavill.

24. Kyra Gracie - Former BJJ world champion and member of the famous Gracie family. She is a black belt under her father, Carlos Gracie Jr.

25. Wiz Khalifa - known best for his rap music is a jiu-jitsu practitioner who trains under eighth-degree black belt Rigan Machado.

These celebrities have found BJJ to be a rewarding and challenging martial art, offering physical fitness, mental benefits, and a strong community of practitioners.

Some Benefits of BJJ:

1. Self-defense: BJJ is a martial art that focuses on grappling and ground fighting techniques, making it an effective form of self-defense.

2. Physical fitness: BJJ is a full-body workout that improves cardiovascular health, strength, flexibility, and coordination.

3. Mental health: BJJ requires concentration, focus, and discipline, which can improve mental health and reduce stress.

4. Community: BJJ fosters a sense of community among its practitioners, creating a supportive and inclusive environment.

5. Problem-solving: BJJ involves strategizing and problem-solving, which can improve critical thinking skills and decision-making abilities.