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Grant Thomas Bodybuilder Then And Now

By Cornell Scott / March 11, 2024

Grant Thomas Then

Grant Thomas was born on June 28, 1965, in New Orleans, Louisiana. He began lifting weights at the age of 15, inspired by his father, who was also a bodybuilder. Thomas quickly made a name for himself in the bodybuilding community, winning numerous competitions in his early 20s.

In 1990, Thomas turned professional and began competing in the International Federation of Bodybuilding (IFBB). He quickly rose through the ranks, winning the IFBB Mr. Universe title in 1994 and the IFBB Mr. Olympia title in 1996.

Thomas’s bodybuilding career was cut short in 1997 when he was diagnosed with a rare form of leukemia. He underwent a bone marrow transplant and was given a clean bill of health in 1999.

Family Background

Grant Thomas is married to his wife, Amy, and they have two children. He is also a practicing Christian.

Competitive History

1985 NPC Junior Nationals, Heavyweight, 1st
1986 NPC Nationals, Heavyweight, 1st
1987 NPC USA Championships, Heavyweight, 1st
1988 NPC Nationals, Heavyweight, 1st
1989 NPC USA Championships, Heavyweight, 1st
1990 IFBB Mr. Universe, Heavyweight, 1st
1991 IFBB Mr. Olympia, Heavyweight, 2nd
1992 IFBB Mr. Olympia, Heavyweight, 2nd
1993 IFBB Mr. Olympia, Heavyweight, 3rd
1994 IFBB Mr. Universe, Heavyweight, 1st
1995 IFBB Mr. Olympia, Heavyweight, 2nd
1996 IFBB Mr. Olympia, Heavyweight, 1st
1997 IFBB Mr. Olympia, Heavyweight, 2nd

Grant Thomas Now

After retiring from bodybuilding, Thomas became a successful personal trainer and fitness writer. He has also appeared in several fitness DVDs and television shows.

Today, Thomas is still active in the fitness community. He owns his own gym, Grant Thomas Fitness, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He also travels the world, giving motivational speeches and seminars.