Last Updated on February 21, 2026 by Pragjyoti Singh
Dan Hooker’s recent controversy surrounding accusations of cheating took a new turn after his father-in-law took to social media and aired his feelings over the UFC star. The Lightweight was accused by a woman who claimed she was ‘Hangman’s ‘side chick’ of cheating and posted a series of photos where she claimed Dan provided for her luxury lifestyle. The lady who goes by the Instagram handle ‘keekgrace’ even claimed that Dan cheated on her with a same sex relationship with another man.
Hooker responded to these allegations on X and even posted a meme on his Instagram, seemingly downplaying the accusations while simultaneously embracing the funnier side of the entire scenario.
Dan Hooker faces wife cheating accusations from alleged mistress
On February 19th, fans woke up to news of Dan Hooker’s alleged infidelity when a lady claiming to be the UFC star’s mistress, accused him of cheating and damaging her life.
Shortly thereafter, Hooker’s father-in-law, Bernal, who previously worked with soccer legend David Beckham, fueled the controversy by publicly airing his frustrations regarding Dan’s alleged affairs.
“You fed with the wrong people. My daughter and my granddaughter deserve better. They don’t deserve a piece of s**t like you.” Bernal said in a video. He then went on to call out Hooker to come meet him. “If you’ve got anything about you, you come and see me face to face.”
Amid all of the turbulence, Dan Hooker, chose to embrace the controversy and added a sense of humor in what could have been a difficult time for any family.
The UFC lightweight wrote on X, “What I miss,” followed by a laughing emoji to play down the controversy that took over the UFC fanbase.
Who is Dan Hooker’s wife Isabella?
Isabella Hooker has been a steady presence throughout Dan’s professional rise. Unlike many partners of high-profile athletes, Isabella maintains a relatively private life, though she is frequently seen supporting him at his major fights and during his training camps at City Kickboxing in Auckland.
Beyond being a supportive wife, she has been described by Dan in various interviews as his “rock,” managing the household and providing stability during the grueling months of ‘fight island’ stays and international travel. While she doesn’t seek the limelight, she occasionally appears in Dan’s social media posts and has been featured in UFC Embedded vlogs, giving fans a glimpse of their life in Auckland.
The couple got married in a very private event held in Phuket, Thailand in 2016.
Although details about Isabella’s profession are scarce, reports suggest that the UFC lightweight’s wife works as a yoga instructor n New Zealand.
All about Dan Hooker and Isabella Hooker’s children
Dan Hooker and his wife currently have one daughter. Zoe, his daughter, is a fan favorite among Dan’s followers. She famously appeared in a heart-wrenching yet sweet video where he reunited with her after being separated for months due to New Zealand’s strict COVID-19 quarantine protocols.
Dan often refers to her as his primary motivation for fighting, frequently sharing photos of them training together (in a playful capacity) at his gym, Combat Academy. The father daughter duo also have a YouTube channel where they regularly upload vlogs of their trips and even food reviews.
In late 2024 and early 2025, reports surfaced, including discussions within the MMA community, that Dan and Isabella were expecting their second child. Dan has even mentioned in interviews that family milestones (like an upcoming birth) influence his fight schedule, at one point stating he wouldn’t take a fight in February to ensure he was home for his wife.
Dan Hooker’s career has been defined by extreme sacrifices for his family. During the pandemic era of the UFC, Hooker spent significant time in isolation and away from Isabella and Zoe to compete on “Fight Island” and in the United States.
“It definitely changes the ‘why’ behind what you’re doing. Before it was for, I don’t know, your own ego, or for glory. Now it’s about providing. I want her to be able to look back and see that her dad didn’t take the easy path. Everything I do now, every bit of pain I go through in that cage, it’s all to make sure she has a life I never had.” Dan said about his daughter.
Despite the “Hangman” persona, Hooker’s social media reveals a devoted “girl dad” who enjoys a quiet life in New Zealand when he isn’t competing at the highest level of mixed martial arts.
While ‘The Hangman’ is no stranger to the spotlight and the occasional professional controversy, the UFC lightweight is careful to ensure his family life remains a private sanctuary, far removed from the noise of the MMA world.
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Who is Dan Hooker’s wife?
Dan Hooker is married to Isabella, with whom he has a daughter named Zoe.
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