Leo Robert (January 16, 1921 – November 28, 2016) was a Canadian bodybuilder.[1] At one time, he was billed as "America's most muscular man".[2] He won the 1955 Mr. Universe.[3]
Leo Robert | |
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 Leo Robert on the cover of Muscle Builder magazine in 1956 | |
| Born | January 16, 1921 Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
| Died | November 28, 2016 (aged 95) |
| Occupation | Bodybuilder |
Early life
editLeo Robert was born in Montreal on January 16, 1921. At a young age, Robert was profoundly interested in sports, particularly hockey. By being an athlete, he learned the value of sportsmanship and hard work.[4]
Career
editRobert was introduced to bodybuilding by former bodybuilder Ben Weider. Robert realized he did not want to be cooped up in an office anymore. Throughout the 1950s and early 1960s, Robert competed and was very successful in bodybuilding.[4]
Personal life and death
editRobert had two brothers and two sisters. His mother was raised on a farm, was a great cook, and was a devout Catholic. His father was an auto mechanic who owned his own garage.[4] Leo Robert died on November 28, 2016, at the age of 95.[1]
References
edit- ^ a b Gentle, David. (2017). Memorable Muscle from Montreal. Health & Strength Magazine. Issue 1. pp. 5-7
- ^ "Leo Robert". Iron Man Magazine. Retrieved 10 October 2011.
- ^ "NABBA International Hall of Fame". World Fitness Federation. Archived from the original on 3 April 2012. Retrieved 10 October 2011.
- ^ a b c "IFBB Professional League- Leo Robert". IFBB Professional League. Retrieved 26 January 2013.