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    Default RIP Mike Matarazzo

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    I remember meeting mike backstage at a local show in 1997 ish after he guest posed. nice guy. his calves were massive!

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    Very sad news. A great man is no longer with us. RIP Mighty Mike.

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    Just heard of this sad news. I never had the chance to meet Mike, but he truly seemed to have a genuine and true love for the sport of bodybuilding. Always came across as a happy guy and fun to be around.

    Rest in peace Big Mike.

    My condolences to Mike's family and to Mel for loosing such a close friend and 'brother'

    Mel, once you have had time to grieve I hope you and the RX Muscle crew (Dave) can write some great articles and videos about Mike that I'm sure only you could tell and keep the spirit alive. I'm sure Mike would be proud!

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    Remember hearing about when he had to hang up the trunks, and getting the triple bypass surgery. Sad news, RIP Mike.

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    RIP. Terrible news. Pray that his family is comforted.


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    Contest History:
    1991 NPC USA Championships, Heavyweight, 1st and Overall
    1991 Mr. Olympia, Did not place
    1992 Arnold Classic, 15th
    1992 Ironman Pro Invitational, 5th
    1993 Marissa Classic, 6th
    1993 Night of Champions, 8th
    1993 Mr. Olympia, 18th
    1993 Pittsburgh Pro Invitational, 2nd
    1994 Arnold Classic, 9th
    1994 San Jose Pro Invitational, 8th
    1995 Florida Pro Invitational, 7th
    1995 South Beach Pro Invitational, 7th
    1996 Grand Prix Czech Republic, 9th
    1996 Grand Prix Russia, 9th
    1996 Grand Prix Switzerland, 9th
    1996 Night of Champions, 5th
    1996 Mr. Olympia, 13th
    1997 Canada Pro Cup, 2nd
    1997 Grand Prix Germany, 11th
    1997 Grand Prix Hungary, 10th
    1997 Grand Prix Spain, 10th
    1997 Night of Champions, 4th
    1997 Mr. Olympia, 13th
    1997 Toronto Pro Invitational, 2nd
    1998 Night of Champions, 3rd
    1998 Mr. Olympia, 9th
    1998 San Francisco Pro Invitational, 7th
    1998 Toronto Pro Invitational, 3rd
    1999 Mr. Olympia, 11th
    2000 Night of Champions, Did not place
    2000 Toronto Pro Invitational, 6t
    2001 Night of Champions, 5th
    2001 Mr. Olympia, 21st

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    R.I.P Mike.
    Is there an official statement as to what finally made him take his last breath? We all know he had some serious heart issues and for a long time. What a sad day for all of us bodybuilding fans. Mike's pictures on the bodybuilding magazines always used to inspire me as a kid.

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    We lost another great one. RIP.

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    Definitely one of the greats IMO, and certainly one who inspired me as a kid. Very sad to hear of his passing.

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    So sad... First pro bodybuilder i ever met he was guest posing in jersey ... I was 17 worked at a supermarket i was obsessed with bodybuilding and in walked in mike matarazzo .. Larger then life and what a good, humble, and funny dude. we talked for about a half hour . Will never forget that! RIP big Mike!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Steve56 View Post
    So sad... First pro bodybuilder i ever met he was guest posing in jersey ... I was 17 worked at a supermarket i was obsessed with bodybuilding and in walked in mike matarazzo .. Larger then life and what a good, humble, and funny dude. we talked for about a half hour . Will never forget that! RIP big Mike!

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    May he rest in peace. :-(

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    Thanks Curt!!

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