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René Campbell Bodybuilder Then And Now

By Cornell Scott / March 11, 2024

René Campbell Then

René Campbell was born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada on June 28, 1960. He began lifting weights at the age of 16 and quickly developed a passion for bodybuilding. In 1980, he won the Mr. Canada competition for the first time. He went on to win the Mr. Canada competition again in 1981.

In 1982, Campbell competed in his first Mr. Olympia competition. He placed 12th in the competition. He continued to compete in the Mr. Olympia competition for the next several years, but he never placed higher than 10th.

In 1987, Campbell retired from bodybuilding. He had a successful career as a bodybuilder, but he decided to focus on his family and his business.

Competitive History

Year	Competition	Place
1980	Mr. Canada	1st
1981	Mr. Canada	1st
1982	Mr. Olympia	12th
1983	Mr. Olympia	10th
1984	Mr. Olympia	11th
1985	Mr. Olympia	12th
1986	Mr. Olympia	13th

Life History

René Campbell was born to a French-Canadian father and an Irish-Canadian mother. He has two siblings, an older brother and a younger sister. Campbell grew up in a working-class family. His father was a truck driver and his mother was a homemaker.

Campbell attended high school in Montreal. He was a good student and an athlete. He played football and hockey. After graduating from high school, Campbell attended college for a year. He then dropped out of college to pursue a career in bodybuilding.

Campbell married his wife, Denise, in 1982. They have two children, a son and a daughter.

René Campbell Now

René Campbell is now retired from bodybuilding. He lives in Montreal with his wife and children. He owns a successful fitness business. He also works as a personal trainer and a motivational speaker.

Campbell is a role model for many bodybuilders. He is known for his dedication to fitness and his positive attitude. He is an inspiration to many people who are trying to achieve their fitness goals.