Art Jimmerson, a competitor in the first UFC event in 1993, passed away Wednesday at the age of 60.
His family announced the news on social media, with his son, Christian, writing on Facebook, “Art was known for his love of God, family, and boxing. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.”
To fans of the UFC, Jimmerson will always be remembered for his pioneering match against Royce Gracie at UFC 1 in Denver, where he famously represented his sport of boxing by wearing one glove against the jiu-jitsu master.