The bodybuilding community has been saddened once again with the news of the passing of former Mr. Universe, Shaun ‘Dinosaur’ Davis, at the age of 57.
The precise cause of his death remains undisclosed.
Kuldeep Bhardwaj, a close friend of Davis, took to Facebook to validate the reports and posted a heartwarming message along with a photo of the revered British bodybuilder.
“I am completely devastated,” Bhardwaj said in the Facebook post. “Rest in peace my friend. You were a constant source of inspiration from the day we crossed paths at school, throughout your phenomenal bodybuilding journey and beyond. Your infectious smile and jovial spirit will be deeply missed.”
An imposing figure weighing 334 pounds, Davis boasted an illustrious career marked by numerous victories, including the esteemed title of Mr. Universe in 1996. His triumphs extended to titles such as Mr. UK, Mr. Europe, Mr. Pro Universe, and Mr. Britain, among others.
After a battle with kidney disease, Davis was forced to retire from the sport. In 2009, after enduring three years of dialysis, he underwent a transplant.
Across social media platforms, an avalanche of tributes from devoted fans flood the feeds. Stories celebrating the life of this larger-than-life figure, described by some as a “remarkable and motivating individual,” flood the digital space.
Sadly, this year has seen the departure of several esteemed bodybuilders, including pioneers such as Lisa Lyon, Neil Currey, Gustavo ‘The Freakin Rican’ Badell and Bill Graham.
Categories: Biography
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