UFC legend Mark Coleman fighting for life after saving parents from house fire

Former UFC champion Mark Coleman is “battling for his life” after rescuing his parents from a house fire in Ohio, his daughter Morgan said.

Morgan Coleman wrote about the harrowing details of the house fire, which claimed the life of their family dog, on Instagram on Tuesday.

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“As many know, our dad was involved in a house fire early this morning along with his parents and beloved dog, hammer,” the Instagram post said.

“He managed to carry both of his parents out of the house but despite his best efforts was not able to save hammer. He was life-flighted to the hospital where he is currently battling for his life after this heroic act.

“Our father has always been our hero and means the world to us. He is and always will be a fighter. The strongest snd (sic) bravest man I know. Please continue to pray for him and our family during this extremely difficult time. We will miss our sweet hammer so deeply. Thank you for all the love and support. Hammer house for life.”

According to CBS affiliate WTOL, fire crews in Fremont, Ohio responded to calls about the blaze shortly after 4 a.m. on Tuesday.

The fire reportedly began in the kitchen, with a specific cause unknown.

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He was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2008.

Coleman has had other battles in recent years, as he suffered a heart attack in 2020 and went to rehab for alcohol addiction in 2021.

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According to USA Today, he has “since used his experience to promote healthy living and sobriety” on social media.

In addition to Morgan, Coleman has two other daughters — Mackenzie and Skylar.