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Tom Prince Bodybuilder Then And Now

By Cornell Scott / March 11, 2024

Tom Prince Then

Tom Prince was born on October 26, 1969, in Virginia, United States. He is a former professional bodybuilder who competed in the International Federation of Bodybuilding & Fitness (IFBB) from 1981 to 1992. Prince won the Mr. Universe title in 1983 and the Mr. Olympia title in 1988. He is considered one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time.

Competitive History

1981 IFBB World Games – 6th
1983 IFBB Mr. Universe – 1st
1985 IFBB Mr. Olympia – 2nd
1987 IFBB Mr. Olympia – 3rd
1988 IFBB Mr. Olympia – 1st
1989 IFBB Mr. Olympia – 2nd
1990 IFBB Mr. Olympia – 3rd
1991 IFBB Mr. Olympia – 4th
1992 IFBB Mr. Olympia – 5th

Life History

Prince began weightlifting at the age of 16. He quickly developed a passion for the sport and began competing in bodybuilding competitions. In 1981, he won the Mr. Junior America title. Two years later, he won the Mr. Universe title. Prince’s victory at the Mr. Universe made him the first American to win the title in 10 years.

In 1985, Prince finished 2nd at the Mr. Olympia competition. He would finish 2nd again in 1989 and 1990. In 1988, Prince won the Mr. Olympia title, becoming the first American to win the title since Arnold Schwarzenegger in 1975. Prince retired from bodybuilding in 1992.

Tom Prince Now

After retiring from bodybuilding, Prince went on to become a successful businessman. He owned and operated several health clubs and supplement companies. He also wrote several books and articles on bodybuilding and nutrition.

Prince now lives in Southern California with his wife and children. He continues to stay active in the bodybuilding community and is a regular guest at bodybuilding events. He is also a popular speaker and motivator.