Bodybuilder ‘Big Lenny’ Persin dead at 60 as tributes pour in for legendary ‘larger than life’ competitor

BODYBUILDER Lenny Persin, also known as “Big Lenny”, has died aged 60.

The legendary competitor was reportedly suffering from congestive heart failure prior to his death over the weekend.

‘Big Lenny’ has passed away aged 60

The bodybuilder was reportedly suffering from congestive heart failure prior to his death

His official cause of death is not yet known

The news were confirmed in a YouTube video by industry expert Dave Palumbo on Sunday.

He said: “Big Lenny Persin is no longer with us. He passed over the last couple days, we’re not really sure exactly what day.

“He was suffering from congestive heart failure for quite some time now.

“Big Lenny was an icon in the sport. He carved out a unique niche for himself, leading a group of bodybuilders who went by the name of the Del Rey Misfits.

“He was their fearless leader.”

His official cause of death is not yet known.

Big Lenny was well-known for his eccentric appearance, especially his protruding stomach, and his larger-than-life personality.

Due to a disease called palumboism, which is usually brought on by the usage of HGH and insulin and causes difficulty contracting the rectus abdominis muscles, he did not have the conventional bodybuilding appearance.

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