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Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Who Is Aaron 'Tex' Johnson? The MMA Fighter Removed From Plane After Chaotic Outburst
Images via TMZ and Elite Sports: Aaron "Tex" Johnson It is safe to say that air travel hasn't been smooth for MMA fighters lately. Earlier this year, Khabib Nurmagomedov made headlines after being removed from a Fly Frontier flight following a dispute with a flight attendant. Now, another fighter, Aaron 'Tex' Johnson is in the spotlight for a similar incident. Aaron 'Tex' Johnson Kicked off a Plane After a Luggage-Related Issue Johnson was recently escorted off a Southwest Airlines flight at LaGuardia Airport after a heated outburst. A viral video from the scene shows him shouting at airline staff, calling them 'losers' and 'pieces of sh*t.' While the exact cause of his meltdown remains unclear, it reportedly stemmed from a baggage-related issue after boarding. It is being said that the BJJ fighter even got into an argument with fellow passengers and threatened to beat them up. WATCH: Pro MMA Fighter Kicked Off Flight After Threatening Black Man In UNHINGED Meltdown The flight staff later spoke with TMZ and told them that the 39-year-old's behavior was 'belligerent and unruly,' which they did not tolerate. Even after being removed from the plane, Johnson continued to cause a scene. He was later seen inside the airport, restrained on a stretcher, claiming he was mistreated by airline staff. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Most Beautiful Women In The World Undo He could be seen using more choice words like 'bulls*it' and even gave a racial touch to the incident, saying that he was treated like a black person. Port Authority Police escorted him to a local hospital for evaluation and issued a disorderly conduct summons. All of this took place on Monday, while Johnson spoke about it on Friday to one of his followers and confirmed that the chaos took place because of a bag. All About the Fighting Career of Aaron 'Tex' Johnson Aaron Michael Johnson was born on 1 April 1986 in Bedford, Ohio. Due to his father's military service, Johnson moved frequently and lived in various parts of the U.S. His interest in martial arts was sparked early, thanks to his family, and he began training in taekwondo as a child. In high school, after relocating from Texas to Georgia, he joined the football team and quickly earned the nickname 'Texas,' which later evolved into 'Tex.' He also spent a year competing as a heavyweight wrestler for Douglasville High School in Georgia, further building the foundation for his future in combat sports. Johnson is a well-known name in the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) world. A black belt under Philip Smith and Murilo Santana, Johnson made his mark as a three-time IBJJF Pan American No-Gi Champion, according to BJJ Heroes. His overall BJJ record stands at 87 wins, 70 losses, and one draw. Kaynan Duarte VS Aaron "Tex" Johnson / Pan NoGi Championship 2020 Known for his aggressive, submission-heavy style, Tex has taken down some big names in the sport, including Davi Ramos and Jackson Sousa. BJJ Heroes describes his approach as 'aggressive and submission-oriented,' which helped him become one of the top grapplers of his era. Johnson also dipped his toes into MMA, competing for promotions like Bellator. According to he concluded his professional career with a record of 13 wins and 10 losses, retiring in 2015 after suffering a unanimous decision loss to Eric Spicely. But Tex's career hasn't been without controversy. In 2018, he was reportedly kicked out of his BJJ gym in Charlotte, North Carolina, for training at a rival gym and being 'too aggressive during rolling,' a claim acknowledged by Johnson himself. Also read: WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan dies at 71 after reported cardiac arrest For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Express Tribune
4 days ago
- Express Tribune
MMA Fighter Tex Johnson Removed From Southwest Flight After Heated Altercation With Crew, Passengers
MMA fighter and Brazilian jiu-jitsu champion Aaron 'Tex' Johnson was forcibly removed from a Southwest Airlines flight on Monday following a disruptive confrontation with flight crew and passengers at LaGuardia Airport. The incident, which unfolded before takeoff, was captured on video and widely circulated on social media platforms. According to eyewitness footage, the 39-year-old fighter became visibly agitated over an apparent dispute involving his carry-on bag. Johnson shouted at flight attendants, accusing one of 'assault' and warning her not to touch him. At one point, he confronted nearby passengers, calling them names and challenging one to hit him. The situation escalated until flight attendants, with assistance, directed Johnson to leave the aircraft. Applause reportedly broke out among passengers as he exited. Welcome to the no fly list — The Black Tucker Carlson Jr 🇺🇸 (@B1TuckerCarlson) July 23, 2025 Southwest Airlines confirmed to TMZ Sports that Johnson was removed due to 'belligerent and unruly' behavior, which the airline stated it does not tolerate. The company has since banned him from future flights, according to View From the Wing. In a separate clip taken inside the terminal, Johnson can be seen restrained on a stretcher, continuing to shout profanities. Port Authority Police later stated that he was transported to a local hospital for evaluation and was issued a summons for disorderly conduct. Man goes viral after getting put on a stretcher at the airport and yelling 'I'm getting treated like a black person right now'😭 — kira 👾 (@kirawontmiss) July 23, 2025 Johnson later addressed the situation on Instagram, suggesting the confrontation began over a disagreement about luggage and passenger interference. He also posted a cryptic message, writing, 'Do what makes you happy,' while thanking his friends for their support. Johnson, known for his aggressive grappling style, is a three-time IBJJF Pan American No-Gi Champion with an MMA record of 13-10-1. Though retired from competition, he remains a prominent figure in the combat sports world. The incident has sparked criticism and concern, especially after Johnson compared his treatment to that of Black individuals, a remark many online have condemned as offensive and inappropriate.
New York Post
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Pro-fighter goes ballistic on a Southwest flight — then gets escorted out on a stretcher: ‘This is bulls—t!'
He went from blackbelt to blacklist. So much for martial arts instilling discipline and self-control: Mixed martial arts fighter and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu expert Aaron 'Tex' Johnson was ejected from a Southwest Airlines flight after getting into a verbal grappling match with passengers and crew — calling them 'losers' and 'pieces of s–t.' Footage of his expletive-laden outburst is currently amassing millions of views TikTok, X and Instagram. It's yet unclear what kicked off the mile-high mayhem, but footage shows the heavily-tattooed Johnson, 39 — who is a blackbelt in BJJ — getting into it with a flight attendant over an apparent bag issue shortly after boarding. 4 Johnson gets into it with a flight attendant. TikTok/mrskk0404 The Post reached out to Southwest for comment. 'I didn't do anything wrong,' the disruptive flyer, who is seated, tells the crew member. 'My bags are in storage. If you call the cops, I'm gonna call the cops on you and hire a lawyer [and] you're f–ed. Don't touch me!' When a male passenger behind Johnson criticizes his actions, the martial artist turns around and confronts him. 'Hit me, you lying-a– f–k,' he yells as his fellow flyers tell him to sit down. 4 Johnson is an accomplished BJJ competitor. Instagram/tex_bjj The increasingly agitated Johnson then proceeds to repeatedly call his neighbor a 'loser,' at one point even standing on his seat in his flip-flops so he can get in his critic's face. Things come to a head after a female blonde flight attendant grabs him by the arms and pulls him away with the help of another crew member, prompting the grappler to accuse her of 'assault' and 'abuse.' 'Shut your mouth,' she yells at him. Eventually, she tells Johnson to depart the flight. 'Not on my flight,' the air hostess declares, before instructing him to 'get off my plane.' At long last, the incensed traveler grabs his bag from the overhead and walks off the plane with the blonde crewmember right behind as passengers applaud and cheer 'bye.' 4 Johnson has reportedly been blacklisted from Southwest. Instagram/ Johnson makes it to the main door, but then turns around and continues to berate the blonde flight attendant, accusing her of 'assault' and yelling at her not to touch him. Fed up with the tirade, a trio of flight attendants confront the hellion and yell at him to 'get off' the aircraft, but he continues to stand at the door. At one point, he labels another passenger a 'piece of f–king s–t.' The clip concludes with the crew members and Johnson continuing to go at it as another male passenger approaches the exit and asks if he can provide assistance. In a follow-up clip taken at the airport, Johnson can be seen in a stretcher getting escorted by police as he yells, 'This is bull-s–t.' 4 Police officers escort Johnson through the airport. TikTok/realbjjnews 'I'm getting treated like a black person right now,' the retired cage fighter declared. Southwest Airlines has reportedly since banned the miscreant from all its future flights, a View From the Wing reported. After footage of the incident blew up on social media, Johnson posted a somewhat cryptic message on his Instagram stories, writing, 'For anyone trying to drag me down, it doesn't matter to me, I have the best friends.' 'STOP WORRYING ABOUT WHAT MAY BE PERCEIVED AS RIGHT OR WRONG,' he added, per 'IF GOD WANTED US TO LIVE A CERTAIN WAY, HE WOULD HAVE GIVEN US BETTER INSTRUCTIONS. DO WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY.' Johnson is an accomplished figure in the BJJ world. According to BJJ Heroes, he is an international Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Federation (IBJJF) 3x Pan American No-Gi Champion, although his overall record stands at 87 wins, 70 losses and one draw. 'Johnson is known for his aggressive and submission-oriented style with which he submitted some of the sport's biggest stars, names such as Davi Ramos and Jackson Sousa,' BJJ Heroes writes. He is also a former mixed martial arts star who competed for various organizations, including Bellator, according to Johnson amassed a record of 13 wins and 10 losses before retiring following a unanimous decision loss to Eric Spicely in 2015. Johnson has been embroiled in several controversies over his career, including getting axed from his BJJ gym in Charlotte, North Carolina in 2018 for teaching at a different gym and being 'too aggressive during rolling,' he said.
