Gina Carano

Gina Carano, born on April 16, 1982, is a multifaceted American talent known for her work as an actress, voice actor, and mixed martial arts fighter. Carano made her mark in the world of mixed martial arts, competing in Elite Xtreme Combat and Strikeforce from 2006 to 2009, where she achieved an impressive record of seven wins and one loss. Despite her rising fame, she humbly declined the title of the 'face of women's MMA,' a label that was often attributed to her.

In a historic moment for women's sports, Carano and Cris Cyborg became the first women to headline a major MMA event during their bout in Strikeforce in 2009. Following her first professional defeat to Cyborg, Carano decided to retire from competitive fighting, marking the end of an era in women's MMA.

Transitioning from the octagon to the silver screen, Carano's acting career took off with her lead role in the action film 'Haywire' in 2011. She continued to build her filmography with notable appearances in 'Fast & Furious 6' in 2013 and 'Deadpool' in 2016. Carano also gained recognition for her portrayal of Cara Dune in the Disney+ series 'The Mandalorian,' where she starred in the first two seasons from 2019 to 2020.

However, her journey took a controversial turn when she was fired from 'The Mandalorian' in 2021. In 2024, Carano filed a lawsuit against Disney for wrongful termination, which ultimately concluded with a settlement the following year, highlighting the complexities of her career in both sports and entertainment.