Sergio Oliva

Sergio Oliva (Spanish pronunciation: [seɾˈxjo oˈliβa]; July 4, 1941 November 12, 2012), often known by his epithet The Myth. Was a Cuban-American bodybuilder. He was a three-time Mr. Olympia winner.

Sergio Oliva
Bodybuilder
Sergio Oliva's famously wide arm musculature
Personal info
NicknameThe Myth
Born(1941-07-04)July 4, 1941
Pinar del Río, Cuba
DiedNovember 12, 2012(2012-11-12) (aged 71)
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Height5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
WeightContest: 225 lb (102 kg)
Off season: 235 lb (107 kg)
Professional career
Pro-debut
  • 1966 Mr. World
  • 1966
Best win
  • IFBB Mr. Olympia 1967-1969, three consecutive times
  • 1968 uncontested and unchallenged
PredecessorLarry Scott
SuccessorArnold Schwarzenegger
Active1962–1985
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