Former Mr Olympia champion Shawn Rhoden dies aged 46

Former Mr Olympia champion Shawn Rhoden has passed away aged 46.

Former Mr Olympia champion Shawn Rhoden has passed away aged 46. Rhoden passed away following a heart attack, reported TMZ.

Legendary bodybuilder Rich Gaspari also took to Twitter to condole the demise of Rhoden. "I am shocked to hear of the passing of Mr. Olympia @flexatronrhoden It's very sad to hear of his passing. He had always been a gentleman towards me. Shawn had one of the most aesthetic physiques in bodybuilding. My condolences to his family. #rip #ripbrother," tweeted Gaspari.

Rhoden was one of the most known names in the bodybuilding world. He had won the Olympia in 2018 -- the Super Bowl of bodybuilding competitions -- defeating 7x Olympia champ, Phil Heath. He had achieved the feat when he was 43 years old, making him the oldest ever to win the title. (ANI)

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