The Machado Brothers

The Gracie Family was the clan that introduced and developed the art of Brazilian Jiujitsu in modern times. Carlos Gracie turned from a troubled youth into a dynamic and balanced person. Besides an instructor and fighter, he also was a famous dietician. He fathered 21 children after 4 marriages. Among his nephews were the Machado Brothers (Carlos, Roger, Rigan, Jean-Jacques and John), members of the fourth generation of the family. Among Carlos Gracie's sons, Carlos Gracie Jr. (eldest son of his father's 4th marriage) was the main instructor and also cousin to the Machado Brothers. His guidance and teaching contributed to their upbringing.

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