Dana White

Independent Director, Meta Platforms

Search every verified Dana White interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. Dana White, CEO of the UFC and an independent director on Meta’s board, has been preparing for UFC Freedom 250, a mixed martial arts event scheduled for June 14, 2026, on the South Lawn of the White House. White described the event as a celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary and said it is not a political statement, but an event for all Americans. He noted that the idea originated with President Donald Trump, a longtime friend, and said he agreed to it without hesitation. White stated that the event’s budget has exceeded that of the UFC’s previous event at the Sphere in Las Vegas, and that his team has faced logistical challenges including weather and a security lockdown after a shooting near the construction site. He said the event will include a live concert at the Ellipse and a press conference at the Lincoln Memorial. White has also discussed his role on Meta’s board, calling it “one of the best decisions I’ve ever made” and describing CEO Mark Zuckerberg as “the biggest killer I’ve ever met.” He said he does not judge people by their politics and considers himself “right down the middle.” White has promoted Power Slap, a slap-fighting league, saying it “does a billion views a month” and has generated more sponsorship revenue in its first two years than the UFC did in ten. He also discussed his plans to rebuild boxing through Zuffa Boxing, stating that the sport is “fundamentally broken” and that he aims to build “the biggest combat sports company to ever exist.” White commented on masculinity, saying he believes men should be providers and protectors, and criticized what he called “men’s mental health” discussions as a sign of weakness.