Gina Carano Height, Weight, Religion, Net Worth, Age, Biography

About (Profile/Biography):
Gina Joy Carano, born April 16, 1982 in Dallas, Texas, is an American actress, model, and former mixed martial artist whose life crossed worlds from elite combat to Hollywood. She began as a standout fighter in MMA, earning a 7–1 professional record and wide acclaim as a top female athlete before retiring after her only loss in 2009. Known among fans as “Conviction,” she used her athletic fame to transition into acting, starring in action films like Haywire, Fast & Furious 6 and Deadpool. Her breakout TV role came as Cara Dune in Disney+’s The Mandalorian, where she gained legions of fans before social media controversies changed her trajectory. After a high-profile lawsuit against Disney and Lucasfilm over her firing — eventually settled in 2025 — she continues acting and training hard, even hinting at a possible MMA return in the gym. Carano’s journey blends sport, screen, resilience and debate in the public eye. 
Early Life & MMA Career
• She was born Gina Joy Carano in Dallas, Texas, and raised with strong family support before discovering martial arts in her youth. 
• “She” became known as a leading figure in women’s MMA, compiling a 7–1 professional record and headlining major events in Strikeforce. 
• Carano retired from fighting after her 2009 loss to Cris Cyborg, closing her competitive chapter while still beloved by fans worldwide. 
Acting Career Highlights
• Gina made her major Hollywood debut in Steven Soderbergh’s Haywire, earning attention as a real-life fighter in an action film. 
• “She” further starred in Fast & Furious 6 and played Angel Dust in the hit Deadpool, cementing her action-star profile. 
• Carano’s TV breakthrough was as Cara Dune on The Mandalorian, where her performance won wide audience affection before turmoil. 
Big Controversy
• Gina was dropped from The Mandalorian after controversial social media posts that compared U.S. politics to the Holocaust, leading to public backlash. 
• “She” faced criticism for mocking pronoun use online and posting anti-mask and election-related content before that ultimately influenced Disney’s decision. 
• Carano sued Disney and Lucasfilm for wrongful termination in 2024, and the parties settled their dispute in 2025 with possible future collaboration. 
Awards & Recognitions
• Gina was featured in ESPN’s Body Issue and ranked among the most searched and influential women during her MMA peak. 
• “She” ranked in Maxim’s Hot 100 and earned a Critics Choice nomination for her work in Haywire, showcasing her crossover appeal. 
• Carano’s impact on women’s combat sport has been acknowledged by media and fans as a key figure in MMA’s early mainstream rise. 
Lesser-Known Facts
• Her father, Glenn Carano, was a professional football player, giving Gina a strong sports background from childhood. 
• “She” briefly appeared on American Gladiators as the gladiator “Crush,” blending performance and athleticism early in her career. 
• Carano has trained in Muay Thai and Gaidojutsu, disciplines that helped shape her fighting style long before her acting breakthrough.