Danis Denies Viral Photos, Blames Tattoos for Fake Claim

Dillon Danis has vehemently denied the authenticity of viral photos circulating online, which purportedly show him ingesting a white substance. The MMA fighter and reality television personality contends that the images are fake, citing discrepancies in tattoos as clear evidence. Danis stated unequivocally to TMZ Sports that the photos do not depict him and anyone claiming otherwise is spreading misinformation.

Danis also addressed the timing of his withdrawal from his scheduled August 29 fight against Mike Perry. He insists the pullout was exclusively because of a gruesome arm injury, a claim he later supported by sharing graphic footage of the wound. This contrasts with the online theory that the fight cancellation was a result of alleged partying, which gained traction after the viral photos emerged.

Perry had expressed frustration over the late notice of Danis's withdrawal. The surfacing of the photos further fueled skepticism about Danis's injury excuse. UFC veteran Brandon Jenkins eventually stepped in as a replacement, with Perry later dislocating his shoulder, resulting in a first-round TKO loss for Perry.

This controversy is not the first time Danis has been embroiled in significant incidents. He was previously banned from UFC events by Dana White after being involved in a cageside altercation with members of Islam Makhachev's team at UFC 322 in November.