Neil Currey, British bodybuilder who competed for the Mr Olympia title in 2022, has died at the age of 34.
Milos Sarcev, Currey’s former trainer, announced the news Monday on Instagram, calling it “absolutely shocking” and “heartbreaking.”
Who was Neil Currey?
Neil Currey was a British professional bodybuilder and fitness enthusiast.
He was born and raised in the UK, bodybuilding outlet Generation Iron reports.
Neil’s powerlifting journey began in his youth when he played football at school.
He gradually shifted his focus to bodybuilding with a strict gym regimen and diet plan.
Neil Currey stepped onto the stage at the 2017 World Championships and won fifth place in the pro muscle category.
The following year his career took a major turn when he was crowned with the top spot at the NPC Worldwide Amateur Olympia Italy – gaining his Pro Card.
Currey stepped onto the stage at the 2017 World Championships and won fifth place in the pro muscle category.
The following year his career took a major turn when he was crowned with the top spot at the NPC Worldwide Amateur Olympia Italy – gaining his Pro Card.
Currey made a name for himself at several high-profile bodybuilding events, eventually winning the 2022 New York Pro competition.
The bodybuilding ace had previously competed in the New York Pro and Puerto Rico Pro where he came first and third in the Men’s Classic Physique category.
How did Neil Currey die?
The cause of death has not been officially confirmed, however Sarcev’s initial Instagram post mentioned suicide, though this detail was later edited and removed.
Sarcev wrote: ‘Absolutely shocking, heartbreaking news – that my former athlete @neil_currey died today…taking his own life.
‘My last/best memory of him was this smiling face after he won New York Pro and fulfilled his lifetime dream of qualifying for the Mr. Olympia.
‘I am lost for words and filled with pain and sadness. My sincere condolences to his family, friends and loved ones. RIP Neil and God bless your soul.’
When is Neil Currey funeral?
As of now, the funeral arrangement of the late Neil Currey has not been disclosed by his family.
Having said that, we are still following up on his death, we will update you as soon as we get important information about Neil Currey funeral service.
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