Craig Piligian Inducted into UFC Hall of Fame Class of 2025 for 'The Ultimate Fighter' on 20th Anniversary

Jan 19, 2025, 03:35 AM

Craig Piligian, the co-creator and executive producer of 'The Ultimate Fighter,' has been announced as the first inductee into the UFC Hall of Fame for the Class of 2025. The induction, which will take place in the Contributors Wing, recognizes Piligian's pivotal role in developing the reality series that debuted on Spike TV on January 17, 2005, marking its 20th anniversary this year. The show has been instrumental in elevating the UFC's profile, particularly following the memorable finale fight between Forrest Griffin and Stephan Bonnar. Piligian's Pilgrim Media Group produced the series, which has now completed 32 seasons and is set to debut its 33rd season in May. UFC President Dana White praised Piligian's influence on television and his contribution to making UFC a global phenomenon.