Happy Birthday to one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time.

One of the most recognizable figures in bodybuilding history, Ronnie Coleman is considered by many to be the greatest bodybuilder of all time.

While many figures may be included in the conversation for being the GOAT, Ronnie Coleman has eight straight Olympia wins to his credit which makes his resume one of the absolute greatest in bodybuilding history.

Today marks the fifty-fifth year of the life of Ronnie Coleman, a man who sacrificed everything for his passion and who continues to inspire other up and coming athletes today. Take a look at these clips from Ronnie Coleman: The King to get a sense at why he deserves to be celebrated as one of the best to ever do it.

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