Birth Name: Philip George Baroni
Place of Birth: Long Island, New York, U.S.
Date of Birth: April 16, 1976
Ethnicity: Italian
Phil Baroni is an American mixed martial artist, professional wrestler, kickboxer, and actor. A professional MMA competitor since 2000, Baroni has competed for the UFC, PRIDE, Strikeforce, Cage Rage, DREAM, EliteXC, Bellator MMA, BKFC, and ONE FC. He is nicknamed “The New York Bad Ass.”
He was raised in Massapequa Park, Long Island, a predominantly Italian neighborhood. His father was a prominent attorney. Phil attended Central Michigan Universit. He was an All-American wrestler.
Phil’s maternal grandfather was named James Albano.
Phil’s maternal grandmother was named Joan.
Source: Obituary of Phil’s maternal grandfather, James Albano –
