- Has a fighting record of 400-0
- The first fighter to defeat the legendary Zulu who was undefeated in 140 fights.
- Undefeated in 410 fights.
- Is an avid surfer.
- Defeated 25 opponents in one day in California.
- Posted an undefeated record of 9-0 fighting in Japan.
- In Japan an action-figure in his likeness is sold.
- His 5 brothers were all fighters.
- Was trained by his father, the legendary Helio Gracie.
- The family champion of the Gracie family and is still considered by many to be unbeatable in jiu jitsu.
- His record of over 400 wins has never been verified. It's been said to include jiu jitsu tournaments, street fights, and NHB matches.
- Served as a hand-to-hand combat instructor for many tactical units throughout the world. Among others, Rickson taught his Jiu-Jitsu grappling techniques to Brazil's BOPE, US Army's 1st SFOD-D (Delta Force), US Navy SEAL Team 6 (DevGru), 75th Rangers Regiment, LAPD Metro Division and LASD Special Enforcement Bureau.
- Is a close friend of legendary writer/director John Milius.
- Considers Bruce Lee, Muhammad Ali and Mike Tyson as three of the most greatest fighters in fighting history.
- Holds significant ranks in Judo, Sambo and Aikido.
- Was defeated by Dr Ron Tipp by throw-down under Sambo rules. It is Rickson's only loss in his fighting record.
- Owns and teaches out of his academy in Los Angeles, California. Is still deciding on having one last comeback fight. (May 2005)
- The father of Kron Gracie.
- Brother of Rorion Gracie and Relson Gracie, and half-brother of Rolker Gracie, Royler Gracie, Royce Gracie, and Robin Gracie.
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