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Bill Grant

Biography

Bill Grant

Overview

  • Nickname
    • Man of Steel
  • Height
    5′ 9″ (1.75 m)

Biography

  • The "Man of Steel" Bill Grant and his illustrious career within the sporting word of bodybuilding has touched generations of fitness enthusiasts the world over. His ambitions started at the ripe age of 9 years old. His training was simple but smart, he'd train anywhere he could, from the bedroom to a friend's backyard. With a sporting background in high school and the desire to grow stronger than his competitors, Bill's thirst for size and strength propelled him to greatness. Bill's decades of knowledge hasn't gone unnoticed, he's been awarded the lifetime achievement award for his efforts in helping others achieve their goals, as well as supporting many charitable events. He's been a model for fitness and success for more than five decades. History shows that Bill went onto have a successful career as a professional bodybuilder. In 1968 he entered his first serious competition Mr. USA and placed a respectful 6th. Then, he completed the very same year in the Mr. America where he placed 17th. This shook Bill into a realization that he needed to train harder to come back stronger for following year. There was a slow and steady progression through the ranks as Bill climbed to the top of his game in 1972 where he walked home with 1st place in the Mr. World. He again took 1st place in 1974 Mr. World and Mr. International. Bill's career has been filled with top places for over two decades with competitions not only in the United States but also across Europe. With over 44 professional competitions under his belt, it's clear to see that Bill's a true champion. Bill's created and produced his own Comcast radio show and Cable television fitness program called "Fit for Life". It boasts a massive following of 1.5 million audience members per month. He's also appeared in movies such as ABC's Friday Night Movie of the Week, Hustler of Muscle Beach and Pumping Iron, which stars Arnold Schwarzenegger. Bill's also tried his hand at theater productions the Runaway Train and Smokey Robinson Review. He's also appeared on numerous news shows around the globe such as the ABC, CBS, CNN, WOR, & ESPN stations, and also Fox News. Bill's become one of the leading spokespersons who advocates health and fitness through vigorous exercise programs, healthy nutrition choices, and a positive mental attitude.
    - IMDb mini biography by: Peter-Patrick76

Trivia

  • Bodybuilder. Mr. America (1972). Mr. World (1974)
  • With Bill's work within the industry for over 40 years, he's been awarded a lifetime achievement award from one of the major online bodybuilding companies.
  • He's one of the lucky guys that doesn't really need to diet down hard, as he has a fast metabolism.
  • Bill was influenced by some of the great names in bodybuilding such as Serge Nubret, Sergio Oliva, and Reg Park.

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