Renée Forte

Renée Forte Teixeira (born March 27, 1987) is a Brazilian mixed martial artist who formerly fought in the lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He was a competitor on The Ultimate Fighter: Brazil.

Early career
Forte compiled a 7-1 professional record before joining The Ultimate Fighter: Brazil cast.

The Ultimate Fighter
Forte was selected to compete on the inaugural season of The Ultimate Fighter: Brazil. Forte got into the house with a decision win over Fabio Luiz Vital da Costa.

In his opening round fight, Forte was submitted by Daniel Sarafian in the second round with a rear naked choke.

Ultimate Fighting Championship
Forte made his official UFC debut against castmate Sérgio Moraes on October 13, 2012, at UFC 153. He lost the fight via submission in the third round.

In his next fight, Forte made his lightweight debut against Terry Etim on February 16, 2013, at UFC on Fuel TV: Barão vs. McDonald. He won the fight via unanimous decision.

Forte faced John Makdessi on September 21, 2013, at UFC 165. He lost the fight by first round KO.

In his fourth UFC fight, Forte faced promotional newcomer Francisco Treviño on March 15, 2014, at UFC 171. He lost the fight via unanimous decision, and was subsequently released from the promotion shortly after.