MMA Plus Season 4 Episode 39 The Eye Candy: UFC Ring Girls
- March 18, 2010
- 25 min
In the latest episode of MMA Plus season 4, titled "The Eye Candy: UFC Ring Girls," viewers are taken on a behind-the-scenes look at the glamorous and often controversial world of ring girls in the UFC.
As the title suggests, this episode focuses mainly on the women whose job it is to hold up signs and walk around the octagon between rounds. The show features interviews with several current and former ring girls, as well as UFC president Dana White.
The episode delves into the history of ring girls in the UFC, dating back to the promotion's early days in the 1990s. Many people have criticized the use of ring girls as a form of objectification, but the women themselves argue that it is a legitimate job that they enjoy doing.
Some of the most famous ring girls in UFC history are featured in the episode, including Arianny Celeste and Brittney Palmer. The women discuss their experiences working for the promotion, and the challenges they face, both in terms of staying physically fit and dealing with critics who view their job negatively.
One of the more interesting segments of the episode focuses on the controversy surrounding former UFC ring girl Amber Nichole Miller. Miller was fired by the promotion in 2015 after allegedly having a relationship with a fighter who was scheduled to compete at a UFC event. Miller denies the allegations, but her firing sparked a debate about the ethical concerns surrounding ring girls and their relationships with fighters.
Overall, "The Eye Candy: UFC Ring Girls" offers a nuanced and informative look at an often-maligned aspect of the MMA world. While some viewers may still be uncomfortable with the idea of ring girls, the women themselves argue that their job is a legitimate part of the sport, and one that they take seriously. Whether you love them or hate them, this episode of MMA Plus is definitely worth a watch.