Conor McGregor, the UFC’s biggest name and a former two-division champion, is facing a turbulent time both personally and professionally.
Amid mounting legal troubles and business challenges, his long-time fiancée and mother of his three children, Dee Devlin, has stepped down from her role as secretary for his company, McGregor Sports and Entertainment.
Dee Devlin Leaves After Over 10 Years
According to Sunday World, Devlin officially resigned from her position on February 27, 2024. She had been part of McGregor’s company for over a decade.
Her resignation comes at a time when the 36-year-old fighter is dealing with legal challenges and a decline in his once-thriving business empire. Although she defended her partner on social media recently, calling out “women” like the plaintiff in his civil case, Devlin stepping away from the company shows a significant shift in their professional ties.
Legal and Financial Issues Mount for McGregor
McGregor’s struggles became more public this month when he was found civilly liable of assaulting Nikita Hand following an alleged incident at the Beacon Hotel in December 2018. A jury ruled against him, ordering him to pay €250,000 in damages.
Despite the ruling, McGregor announced plans to appeal the decision.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), McGregor admitted to past mistakes but maintained his innocence regarding the allegations. “Six years ago, I should have never responded to her outreaches. I should have shut the party down. I should never have stepped out on the woman I love the most in the world. That’s all on me,” he wrote.
He added, “As much as I regret it, everything that happened that night was consensual and all the witnesses present swore to that under oath. I have instructed my legal team to appeal the decision.”
McGregor ended his statement by saying he is ready to move forward with his life. “Getting back to the gym – the fight game awaits!” he concluded.
Business Partnerships Fall Apart
The fallout from McGregor’s controversies hasn’t been limited to his personal finances or legal battles. Proximo Spirits, which was closely involved in marketing his Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey and Forged Irish Stout, recently ended its partnership with him. On top of that, the Irish Wax Museum in Dublin removed McGregor’s wax figure from its display.
The cracks in McGregor’s empire are becoming more evident as the fighter battles to restore his reputation. While he hints at a return to the gym, time will tell if McGregor can regain his footing in the fight game—and the trust of his supporters.
Facing legal trouble, losing business deals, and seeing his fiancée resign from his company, Conor McGregor’s empire is taking serious hits. All eyes will now be on the next move for the Irish superstar, both in and out of the cage.
