Ric Drasin was a true legend of bodybuilding.
2020 continues to be a very tough year for just about everyone. So many lives have been lost during this year due to the global health crisis, violence, and other unfortunate circumstances.
Just last Friday the world was hit with the news that actor Chadwick Boseman, best known for his portrayal of the iconic Marvel superhero Black Panther, passed away at age 43.
Now it appears more unfortunate news has broke this time in the bodybuilding sphere.
Golden Era bodybuilder, wrestler, entrepreneur and one of the most recognized figures in the game, Ric Drasin has passed away at age 76.
Ric Drasin has stated that he would be in the hospital in a Facebook post recently. The message was reassuring and seemed as if there was nothing to worry about.According to Drasin the reason he was checked into the Hospital was due to kidney and breathing issues.
i’m in the hospital for the next couple of weeks I’ve been here for the past two weeks and I had a bit of a kidney problem in a breathing problem however it’s better now I’ve had every test in the world I had every test and now my heart is fine my kidneys fine It’s still hard for me to breathe a little because I lay in bed so much I need to move around but I can’t stand on my legs. Until I get my knee replaced September 2 and then hopefully that will give me stability And the strength to walk and then let’s move forward and think positive.
They have me on a medication to remove all the water out of my body because I’m holding some in my left arm in a little bit in my lungs and little by little it’s going to come out that will help a lot.
https://www.facebook.com/ric.drasin/posts/10164363014905077
Little did we know that it would be the final time that Ric Drasin himself posted a message to his fans, family, and friends. His children would go on to report the news of their father’s passing.
“This is Sami, Adam, and Shane. It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that we have to announce the passing of our father. He was everything to us. A father, role model, and friend. Not only was he an inspiration for countless people, but he truly cared for those around him. His life was steered by the desire to uplift and share his positivity. He always found a way to brighten the room with his humor. Ric’s immeasurable presence will be with us all forever.”
https://www.facebook.com/ric.drasin/posts/10164389633625077
Ric Drasin was a true icon in bodybuilding. A man with a passion for fitness, bodybuilding, and sharing his knowledge, this loss comes as a major blow.
The Generation Iron team extends condolences to the family and friends of Ric Drasin. He will be sorely missed.
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