Michael Dakessian

Michael Dakessian is an Armenian American born on July 3rd, 1994 in Monmouth county, New Jersey. As a child Michael struggled with weight issues making him an easy target for bullies. Every day he would be dragged through a never ending cycle of harassment, both physical and verbal. Insults and injuries were bricks thrown at him until the age of sixteen when he finally decided to catch those bricks and use them to build his current foundation. Starting out as a wrestler in high school Michael pushed himself to lose every extra pound. Eventually he stumbled upon his greatest passion, Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Using the discipline of these arts and pure self-determination Michael transformed into a champion becoming the X8 North American Grappling Associate Champion, X2 Fuji Champion, X2 Pride Champion, X2 IBJJF Champion and holding an MMA record of 3-1. Eventually Michael capitalized on his confidence, charm and humor by becoming a Tik Tok entertainer with over 177,000 followers. Teamed up with his publicist, TV personality Kimberly Noel, Michael has worked with a variety of companies including Brotrition by The Jersey Shore's own Mike the Situation and Ingasez. Dedication, perseverance and loyalty are a fraction of qualities Michael utilizes in navigating any obstacle while he continues to forge new opportunities bringing joy and spreading positivity to the world.