Andrew Tackett | Hard Work And Sacrifice

We often hear people declare that they’re “living the dream.”

Twenty-two-year-old Andrew Tackett, the newly crowned UFC BJJ welterweight champion who defends his title against Renato Canuto this Thursday in Las Vegas, actually sounds like he is.

And you believe him.

So despite picking up his belt just last month, and being put in the main event spotlight, the Laguna Hills native isn’t feeling an ounce of pressure.

Andrew Tackett faces off against Renato Canuto during the UFC BJJ event at UFC APEX on June 25, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC)“Not at all,” said Tackett. “I totally believe in myself. I say this humbly because I've struggled with pride and humility and…