Believe Quote by Paige VanZant
“'Dancing with the Stars' was a really great experience. People were definitely surprised that I'm a fighter, or they couldn't believe I'm a professional fighter, but I feel like I'm going to get that for a while. I'm excited to bring a new demographic over to MMA and the UFC.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with MMA Fighter, 2023
The speaker highlights how appearing on a mainstream dance show can broaden the audience for mixed martial arts, bridging entertainment and sport.
In simple terms: She used a dance show to attract new fans to MMA.
Key Takeaway
Leverage cross‑industry exposure to grow your audience.
Themes
branding
audience growth
cross‑industry
sports marketing
Mood
enthusiastic
optimistic
strategic
Type
motivational
marketing
When to use this quote
- TV appearances
- social media campaigns
- community events
- collaborations with entertainers
Key Concepts
MMA
pop culture
media strategy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can athletes maintain credibility while entering new media?
- What risks arise when blending sport with entertainment?
A Different Perspective
Success depends on authentic engagement, not just novelty.
