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There's a reason Bruce Buffer is nicknamed the "Veteran Voice of the Octagon." No one is more dedicated to his craft than him. Buffer has been the UFC ring announcer since 1996 and has only missed two pay-per-view events in that time. In many ways, Buffer makes the UFC what it is.

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buffer's greatest moment

For months leading up to UFC 100 in 2009, Joe Rogan and internet fans urged Buffer to turn his usual 180-degree jump during big introductions into a full 360.


Buffer, even on the night of the event, wouldn't commit. But as he introduced Brock Lesnar, it happened. He did the 360.

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not going anywhere

Buffer has announced inside the Octagon for more than 25 years, but the 65-year-old believes he has about another decade left before putting away the microphone for good.

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still more to do

Buffer has accomplished a lot. Everyone knows that. But there's one thing in particular he still wants to do before retiring: work the Super Bowl.


He told theScore he wants to announce the players on the 50-yard line using his iconic catchphrase "It's time!"

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All I do is take care of my voice and don't damage it in my off time, much less at a show.

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2021 interview with theScore

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'pride of ireland!'

Buffer's most memorable fighter announcements are for Conor McGregor. With the Irishman walking to the middle of the cage and Buffer belting out his name with a different kind of oomph, it's always absolute scenes before a McGregor fight.

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going viral

Buffer takes his job with the UFC seriously, but he likes to have a little fun with his extraordinary talent on his own time, as well. Click to the next page to see just exactly what we're talking about.

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