Dana White, the man who consistently hypes his UFC production crew for their incredible work over the years, was absolutely spitting fire after UFC 329's broadcast on Saturday. We're talking a complete 180 from his usual praise because the team dropped the ball spectacularly, flashing the wrong name for pound-for-pound boxer and new Zuffa Boxing signee, Shakur Stevenson. This wasn't just a tiny mistake; it sent the UFC CEO into a full-blown rage at the post-fight press conference.
Jalen Williams As Shakur Stevenson? Are You Kidding Me?
It all went down at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, a packed house for Conor McGregor's much-hyped, ill-fated return fight. Stevenson, a huge name in the boxing world and fresh Zuffa Boxing signing, was in the building and got his quick shot on camera, as is tradition for celebrity guests. Only problem? The on-screen graphic didn't say "Shakur Stevenson." Nope. It ridiculously read: "Jalen Williams, Oklahoma City Thunder Guard, 2025 NBA Champion." Play-by-play commentator Jon Anik immediately called it out live, laughing it off with Joe Rogan and Daniel Cormier by his side. But White? He was not laughing at all, later unleashing a furious rant about the blunder.Dana White Unleashes His Fury
Speaking at the UFC 329 post-fight press conference, White was beyond furious. "I tell you all the time , my production team, we just did the White House," he ranted, reminding everyone they recently built an arena on the South Lawn for an event. "It was the greatest f***ing thing in the world to be there and to watch it on TV." Then the hammer dropped on the Stevenson gaffe. "I just paid Shakur Stevenson a s***load of money, and for some reason, we can't figure this celebrity s*** out. They put him up as an 'OKC' NBA player. Are you f***ing kidding me? I mean, it's just absolutely crazy." That's some serious frustration, right? He just shelled out big money for Stevenson, only for his team to completely botch his introduction."We Are The Absolute Worst"
This wasn't some isolated incident either. The Stevenson gaffe just adds to a growing list of celebrity broadcast blunders for the UFC over the years. Remember when another boxing superstar, Terence Crawford, got mislabeled as famous rapper Kendrick Lamar? White isn't one to shy away from boasting about his accomplishments, but these celebrity shot mess-ups? Not on his highlight reel. He straight-up proclaimed, "We are the absolute worst to ever do the celebrity thing." He even had a debate with his crew, who tried to argue soccer was worse because they show people without graphics. White's sharp comeback? "Oh, no. We put up f***ing graphics and put the wrong guy's name on it. We win. We are the worst ever to f***ing do it." It's clear: this is a recurring nightmare for the UFC boss, and he's had enough. So, the question is, how many more big names will get the wrong ID before the production team finally nails this? White's made it clear he's got zero patience left. You just gotta wonder who the next celebrity victim of the graphic gaffe will be, because right now, the UFC's rep for celebrity spotting is taking a serious hit.This article was created with AI assistance and reviewed by Seattle On Tap editorial staff. Always verify information with official team sources.