| Gary Strydom Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Height | 6 ft 2 in |
| Weight | 138 kg |
| Year of Birth | 1960 |
| Nationality | American |
| Eye Color | Blue |
Gary Strydom is a South African-born American IFBB professional bodybuilder who rose to fame as the only contestant to win a Championship title under Vince McMahon‘s now-defunct World Bodybuilding Federation.
Born Name
Gary Strydom
Nick Name
Gary
Age
Gary was born in 1960.
Born Place
Durban, South Africa
Residence
The United States of America
Nationality
Occupation
Bodybuilder
Build
Bodybuilder
Height
6 ft 2 in or 188 cm
Weight
128 kg or 282 lbs (Contest Weight)
138 kg or 304 lbs (Off-Season)
Race / Ethnicity
White
Gary has South African ancestry.
Hair Color
Blonde
Eye Color
Blue
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- His aesthetic shoulders and arms
Measurements
Gary Strydom’s body specifications might be –
- Upper Arm Size – 22 in or 56 cm
- Chest Size – 61 in or 150 cm
- Thigh Size – 29 in or 74 cm
- Waist Size – 32 in or 81 cm
- Calf Size – 19 in or 48 cm
- Neck Size – 19.5 in or 50 cm
He may not have maintained the above specific figures now as he has left bodybuilding.
Gary Strydom Facts
- Though Gary was born in South Africa, he relocated to the United States to further his bodybuilding career.
- His earliest competition entrance was for the 1983 NPC Florida Championships, Junior – Heavyweight where he stood 1st overall.
- He made his professional debut in 1987 at the IFBB Night of Champions where he was crowned the winner.
- In 1988, he entered his first and only Mr. Olympia competition and was ranked in 5th place. The following year, he competed in his solo Arnold Classic contest and placed 3rd.
- Over the years, Gary has won several contests that include the 1984 NPC USA Championships, HeavyWeight, 1987 IFBB Night of Champions, 1989 Grand Prix France, 1989 Grand Prix Melbourne, 1991 WBF Championships, and 1992 WBF Championships.
Featured Image By Gary Strydom / Instagram
