Elias "The Spartan" Theodorou answered his final bell yesterday, September 11th, 2022.
He passed peacefully at home with his family and loved ones in his corner after a hard-fought fight with colon cancer that metastasized.
FYI -
@joerogan
isn’t wrong, as a more in-depth look needs to be done via data. This doctor reviews risks for Moderna’s vaccine on boys. Not anti-vax I’m pro science & we need to navigate the issues of each vaccine. Like the J & J blood clots for women.
Oh dude, totally. I’m just saying, I walked into my first gym at 20 years old. & in 5 years became the first Canadian to win TUF & spent 5 years in the UFC to go 8-3 in the top promotion. Then reached as high as 13th in the world. Hope you’re enjoying your journey too! ✌️🦁
I'm disgusted by any MMA "fan" that makes these sorts of comments. I can only marvel at the strength it would take to survive & overcome such a traumatic, horrific event & be able to address it in a platform the world will see. Comments like these make me sick. Be better.
The First Medical Cannabis Athlete! Honoured to share after years of groundwork, my Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) for cannabis use in competition, via the athletic commission of British Columbia was approved! A first of it’s kind in sport.
#FIGHTtheSTIGMA
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@ParadigmSM
I love the champ-champ,
@dc_mma
. How can you not??? He is just so enthusiastic, genuine and happy, not to mention, one of the best fighters ever.
#ufc230
You either win or you learn. Wasn't my night tonight, but honored to have my team by my side in victory and defeat. We'll be back with much to learn. Nothing but respect to Derek, he was the better man tonight.
#ontothenextone
#UFCOttawa
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For some time I prided myself at being an unorthodox fighter able to outsmart his opponent in a form of competition. I can see now to many, the “entertainment” of violence out ways victory. Looking to take the time and grow not only as a martial artist, but a prize fighter. 👊🍁
This past week has been the hardest of our lives. From family and friends to coaches and competitors each has had to come to terms with the sudden loss of Elias
He faced his end as he lived his life eternally, irrationally, and infectiously optimistic.
It's impossible to capture every facet or all of his accomplishments in a simple post so to "make it a long story short"
Nope. Not justifying at all. Taking full responsibility. I sucked on Saturday. Totally understand I need to fix alot. Was able to win fights with an unorthodox style when it confused opponents, but when an opponent didn't play my game, I was the one that looked confused. 😓
My next UFC fight is on December eighth, in Toronto, ON, against Eryk Anders, at UFC 231. He’s an incredibly tough opponent, no doubt; however, my biggest fight is not against one man, but instead transcends sports — it is against the stigma attached to medical cannabis.
People who don't know the work we put in, or the sacrifices, will mock Anders collapsing trying to get back to his corner. I saw a fellow fighter who didn't want to yield, even after all that punishment, although his body was done. I have nothing but respect for him.
#UFCSaoPaulo
In lieu of flowers please donate to Elias' two foundations, Theodorou Foundation & Higher Access. Both of these were founded to help others facing barriers accessing hospital support and medical cannabis, without the resources that Elias was blessed with.
@JordanUhl
Worse yet, he knows what he did was wrong. But his superior made him tow the line. This is disgusting and such group think....my god fascism has literally arrived. Hope it’s not to stay. Be safe America 🙏
Bloodied but unbeaten! The Spartan reigns supreme at
#UFCLiverpool
! Thank you all for the love and support as always, means the world to have you in my corner. 🙏⚔🛡
#ThManeEvent
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#RingBoy
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Man, what an asshole this dude is. Literally tagging a fighter after his loss asking for money, because he lost money betting on them. Some people are just the worst, dude, I'm fine with my performance, but looking to grow. Happy to bet you ain't a winner in anything.
#smh
@POSTERBOYJM
@TMarretaMMA
Any chance I can reimbursed for this then ..there's no point in chasing down
@EliasTheodorou
I doubt he'll be showing his much on socia media after that performance
Visitations will take place at the Vescio Funeral Home Woodbridge Chapel (8101 Weston Rd. 905-850-3332) on Wednesday, September 14th, 2022 from 5-9 p.m
Want to thank
@DerekBrunson
once again for the fight, learning lesson and the extra Air Miles. He took me on a flight I wont soon forget and one that will keep me motivated for my own hand to be raised.
#rewardmiles
#mondaymotivation