John Bubb competed against some of the all-time greats during the Golden Era.
John Bubb is known as one of the greatest bodybuilders to ever come out of the U.K. This week, the bodybuilding world lost another all-time great. According to multiple reports, Bubb has passed away at 88 years old.
The Golden Days Instagram account shared a post in memory of Bubb. It featured multiple pictures shared by the bodybuilding legend’s son, Austin Bubb. The cause of death was not shared at this time.
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Bubb began training at a young age and quickly found a passion for fitness. He enjoyed a great career in the Golden Era of bodybuilding where he competed against some of the all-time greats including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sergio Oliva, Bill Pearl, and Dave Draper.
Bubb competed at the Mr. Universe in the Tall Class five times during his career. His best performance came in 1968 when he finished second to Schwarzenegger, who would go onto win the overall title. Bubb competed in the NABBA for much of his career before moving to the IFBB for one year in 1971.
Bubb also had a background in powerlifting, which helped build an insane physique for bodybuilding. He quickly became known for his strength in the gym as he trained with powerlifting in mind. Even in retirement, Bubb continued to train at a high level and enjoyed it even more, according to an interview with DailyMail.
“The actual training I enjoy now more than I did back in the day. I just look forward to coming and getting a buzz out of the after-effect.”
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John Bubb Competition History
- 1967 NABBA Mr. Universe, Tall Class – 3rd place
- 1968 NABBA Mr. Universe, Tall Class – 2nd place
- 1970 NABBA Mr. Universe, Tall Class – 4th place
- 1971 IFBB Mr. Europe, Tall Class – 5th place
- 1971 NABBA Mr. Universe, Tall Class – 4th place
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