A true legend and veteran of bodybuilding.
One of the best bodybuilders to ever compete, former Mr. Olympia champion Chris Dickerson has suffered a major heart attack.
Five-time Mr. Universe champion Bill Pearl broke the news on Facebook detailing what happened to his long-time friend and former training partner.
“March 15, 2020, I received a phone call from my long-time friend /champion bodybuilder Joe Distinti.
Joe informed me that our close friend and former training partner Chris Dickerson (1970 AAU Mr. America, 1973 NABBA Amateur Mr. Universe, 1974 NABBA Professional Mr. Universe, 1982 IFBB Mr. Olympia) earlier this week, fell at his home and suffered a fractured hip.
While in the hospital Chris experienced a major heart attack and remains in intensive-care and is on a respirator.
Joe and I are keeping Chris in our prayers, hoping you will do the same.”
The news comes as quite a shock and is truly disheartening to hear.
Training with Bill Pearl for many of his major competitions, including his 1982 Olympia victory, Chris Dickerson was one of the most impressive bodybuilders to ever compete at the highest level. He competed into his 50s even winning the Masters Olympia, one of two competitors to ever have that accomplishment, the other being Dexter Jackson.
Generation Iron sends condolences to Chris Dickerson, his family and friends and hope he makes a full recovery.
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