Charles David Chuck Liddell aka The Iceman is an American mixed martial artist (MMA) who fought for the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He is regarded as one of the men who brought mixed martial arts into the mainstream of American sports. He started his career in the Ultimate Fighting Championship at the age of 17, having studied karate, wrestling and eventually Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Liddell was a natural fit for the sport. Known throughout the community for his outstanding takedown defense and knockout ability, Liddell has been a star in the sport for years.