Johnnie Morant was a champion at the NPC level before competing in the IFBB Pro League.
Former bodybuilding standout Johnnie Morant has passed away, according to multiple reports. There has been no cause of death shared at this time.
RXMuscle shared a post on Instagram to report the news. In the comment section, IFBB pro Guy Ducasse confirmed the news after speaking to a member of Morant’s family.
“Extremely sad day for me !!! Spoke to Kenny Morant this morning and he confirmed that Johnnie had passed away last night…My thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to Kenny, his Mom, his kids, his grandkids and his entire family and loved ones. RIP my brother, we will meet again and say hello to Kemper.”
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The Career of Johnnie Morant
Johnnie Morant enjoyed a successful career at every level he competed. This began in 1986 when he placed second at the NPC Junior Nationals in the Heavyweight division. This was the first step Morant took in earning his Pro Card.
Morant’s venture continued over the next few years. In 1987, he took second at the USA Championships and finished third the very next year. He added another third-place finish at the 1988 North American Championships. Morant would earn his pro card in 1989 by winning the overall title at this very show. He also placed first in the Heavyweight division at the NPC USA Championships.
Morant wasted no time making his debut in the IFBB Pro League, a 10th-place finish at the German Grand Prix. He competed two more times as a rookie (9th at Italy Grand Prix, 4th at Night of Champions).
Johnnie Morant decided to make switch over to the World Bodybuilding Federation in 1991. He placed ninth at the Grand Prix and would spend three years in the league. The WBF eventually went away and Morant returned to the IFBB.
Morant made a name for himself on and off the stage as he was a strong competitor and friend to those who had the pleasure of getting to know him within the industry.
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