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Bodybuilding champion Cedric McMillan has died, aged 44, according to his long-term sponsor.
The CEO of supplements company Black Skull, Marcelo Bella, confirmed the news of his passing yesterday in an Instagram post, saying he will be ‘greatly missed’.
It read: “We regret to inform you that our friend and brother @cedricmcmillan passed away today.
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“Cedric will be greatly missed as an athlete, comrade, friend, and father. Our prayers are with all his family and friends. He ‘fought the good fight’ and now he rests.”
Fans of the star commented on the post to share their sadness at his tragic passing.
“Rest In peace,” said one. “A fantastic bodybuilder and human has left us. Sending my love to friends and family.”
Another added: “I can’t believe it. Rest In peace champion. You were one of the true really nice guys in this business.”
The Arnold Sports Festival, where McMillan regularly competed, also paid tribute to the champion in a statement that read: “Our entire family at the Arnold Sports Festival is heartbroken to learn of the passing of 2017 Arnold Classic Champion Cedric McMillan.
“Known for his larger than life personality, his infectious smile, a gentle heart, and a sense of humour that was loved by fellow competitors and fans alike, Cedric will be deeply missed.”
McMillan had to take a break from competing last year following a near-death experience caused by Covid and then pneumonia.
Speaking to Generation Iron about it, the athlete said it had led to him developing heart issues, adding: “I was almost dead. My wife was with me, but I was outta here, seriously.
“But I didn’t see no white light. I was that close.”
An official cause of death has not been released at the time of writing.
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