Dana White Discusses UFC Success on 60 Minutes Premiere

LAS VEGAS, NV — UFC President Dana White is set to feature on the season premiere of “60 Minutes” tonight on CBS, following NFL coverage. In a sit-down interview with correspondent Jon Wertheim, White will discuss his influential role in transforming the UFC from a struggling cage-fighting operation into a global sports empire valued at over $15 billion.

White’s business acumen and his close relationship with former President Donald Trump will be key topics of the interview. The UFC CEO will also reveal his ambitious plans for a unique summer 2026 fight card on the White House lawn, an idea that aims to integrate the sport into an iconic setting.

“60 Minutes” has been working on White’s story for over a year, predating the recent announcement that CBS’s parent company, Paramount Skydance, secured a deal to broadcast UFC events across its platforms. This season kicks off with a look into White’s 25 years as UFC’s leader, during which he played a crucial role in elevating the sport’s status and financial worth.

In addition to his business achievements, White’s conversation with Wertheim is expected to delve into the UFC’s cultural significance, sometimes referred to as being part of the ‘manosphere.’ As the interview unfolds, viewers will gain insights into White’s perspectives on the evolving landscape of mixed martial arts and his vision for its future.

The premiere airs tonight from 7:30 to 8:30 PM ET, immediately following NFL games on CBS and can also be streamed on Paramount +.