Overview
- Hokit, in a Thursday Smash Cast interview, said modern UFC fighters protect their image and lack the unpredictable personalities of earlier eras.
- He argued UFC staff steer athletes toward safe, polished answers in media, which he rejects in favor of pro‑wrestling‑style personas.
- The heavyweight drew attention at UFC 327 media week by dressing as a Mexican gangster and cutting provocative promos before beating Curtis Blaydes.
- Following his April 11 win, which earned Fight of the Night and Performance of the Night, he was booked to face Derrick Lewis on the June 14 White House card.
- Hokit said matchmaker Mick Maynard told him he is now President Trump’s favorite fighter as he left for post‑fight medical care.