Former UFC and Ultimate Fighter athlete Bristol Marunde will enter a new sort of arena shortly — the political arena.
Marunde (16-10), who appeared as part of The Ultimate Fighter 16: Team Carwin vs. Team Nelson in 2012, recently announced plans to run for city council in Henderson, Nevada, declaring for Ward 2.
The welterweight, who competed in both Strikeforce, the UFC, and numerous regional promotions, last fought in 2015. Since then, he has starred in HGTV’s Flip or Flop Vegas, serving as host alongside wife Aubrey— though that resulted in a lawsuit, settled out of court in 2019, over allegations of a home renovation that was not up to code.
Marunde appeared twice inside the UFC octagon, posting an 0-2 record in 2013. He then returned to the regional circuit, winning four straight fights before a loss to fellow TUF alum Gilbert Smith, his last fight of record.
In a press release announcing his candidacy for Councillor, Bristol Marunde was quoted as saying “I’m running for Henderson City Council because I believe in the power of community and its ability to uplift individuals, strengthen bonds, and address real needs,” adding that “Henderson is our home, and we genuinely want to give back to the city we love. This campaign is about meeting needs, enhancing public safety, responsible growth, and active resident engagement for Henderson’s betterment.”
After a three-season stint on Flip or Flop Vegas, Marunde turned his focus to Alter Luxury, a contracting and real estate business.
