Bodybuilder Gustavo Badell's sudden death has shocked everyone

Kelly Taylor

The sudden death of Gustavo Badell has left everyone shocked and miserable. The Internet has been taken over by his grieving fans.

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Everyone is shocked

“The Freakin Rican” is a name given to Gustavo Badell by the bodybuilding community. He is quite a renowned bodybuilder.

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The Freakin Rican

He first gained notoriety in Venezuela before topping the sport on a global scale.

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Badell’s first achievement

Gustavo Badell started his bodybuilding career at a young age, passionately pursuing his desire to shape his physique.

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Started out at a young age

His commitment to weightlifting resulted in the creation of a great physique at the age of just 19, making him a good candidate for competitive bodybuilding.

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Commitment led to good physique

Beginning at the Junior Caribbean Bodybuilding Championships in 1991, he rose to prominence in the industry.

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Began in 1991

He competed in the Mr. Olympia Challenger round in 2005 against respected bodybuilders Ronnie Coleman and Jay Cutler.

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Mr. Olympia Challenger

Years ago, he retired from bodybuilding competitions, but he took care of his health and his physique.

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Retirement

On July 13, 2023, Gustavo Badell passed away. He was 50 years old. Though the cause of his death is unknown, it is said that he was fighting kidney issues.

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Badell passed away

Edward Abbew, owner of the Olympian Gym, posted pictures of Badell and him from their Italy trip and got nostalgic over their sweet memories.

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Edward’s emotional post

Since his death, fans have also posted heartfelt tributes to their idol and condolences to his family and friends.

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Fans tribute

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