“When I was in school, martial arts made you a dork, and I became self-conscious that I was too masculine. I was a 16-year-old girl with ringworm and cauliflower ears. People made fun of my arms and called me 'Miss Man.' It wasn't until I got older that I realized: These people are idiots. I'm fabulous.”

American actress, retired professional wrestler, former judoka, and former mixed martial artist

Ronda Jean Rousey is an American actress, retired professional wrestler, and former judoka and mixed martial artist. She is best known for her work in the Ultimate Fighting Championship and WWE. Rousey built her public profile through combat sports before moving into acting and professional wrestling. Her name is most closely tied to her years in the UFC and WWE, where she became widely known outside judo and mixed martial arts.