Bodybuilder Cedric McMillan Passed Away, Death Cause And Reason, Obituary, Age, Biography, Wife, Career, Heart Attack News

Bodybuilder Cedric McMillan Passed Away, Death Cause And Reason, Obituary, Age, Biography, Wife, Career, Heart Attack News

The death of Cedric McMillan, former Arnold Classic champion, was confirmed by Generation Iron yesterday, know his death reason and cause of death

He allegedly died because of a heart attack.

Bodybuilder Cedric McMillan Passed Away, Death Cause And Reason, Age, Biography, Wife, Career, Obituary And Heart Attack News

Cedric McMillan, a bodybuilder and the 2017 Arnold Classic Champion, died on Tuesday at the age of 44, according to reports. His longstanding sponsor, Black Skull USA, announced the news on their Instagram account. The family of McMillan has yet to issue a comment.

Marcelo Bella of Black Skull USA wrote,

“We regret to inform you that our friend and brother @cedricmcmillan passed away today. Cedric will be greatly missed as an athlete, comrade, friend, and father. Our prayers are with all his family and friends. He ‘fought the good fight’ and now he rests.”

Who Is Cedric McMillan?

Cedric McMillan was born on August 17, 1977. He was an IFBB professional bodybuilder from the United States and a United States Army instructor. The Arnold Classic in 2017 was his most recent triumph.

McMillan was a Sergeant First Class and an instructor at Fort Jackson, SC, in Columbia, South Carolina. He presented himself as a family man who remained in touch with childhood buddies.

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Cedric was married to Patty Worsfold-McMillan and the two had four children.

McMillan, apart from his bodybuilding career, is a gifted drawing and amateur artist with a passion for music and culture. He frequently displayed his creative abilities in intricate and meticulously planned posing routines.

McMillan was a notable bodybuilder in the 21st century, with a perfect shape that harkens back to the golden age of bodybuilding rather than the bigger physiques of today.

The bodybuilder died at the age of 41, according to sources. Fans have been hunting for the cause of his unexpected demise since the news of his death surfaced.

His Career

McMillan’s first bodybuilding competition, according to Muscle Memory, was the 2007 National Physique Committee (NPC) South Carolina State event, where he placed first overall. He won the overall in the 2009 NPC Nationals, earning him International Federation of BodyBuilding and Fitness Pro League status.

He won the Orlando Show of Champions in 2011 and the New York Pro the following year. Here is a list of all of the competitions in which he competed:

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Year Event Place
2020 Arnold Classic Columbus 6
2019 Japan Pro 2
2019 Romania Muscle Fest Pro 1
2019 Fitparade Hungary Pro – Grand Prix 1
2019 Mr. Olympia 7
2019 Arnold Classic Australia 2
2019 Arnold Classic 4
2018 Mr. Olympia 9
2018 Toronto Pro 3
2018 Arnold Classic 3
2017 Center Podium Ferrigno Legacy 2
2017 Mr. Olympia 10
2017 Arnold Classic 1
2016 Mr. Olympia 7
2016 Arnold Classic Australia 2
2016 Arnold Classic 2
2016 Levrone Pro Classic 1
2015 Nordic Pro 3
2015 Europa Atlantic City Pro 2
2015 Golden State Pro 1
2015 Arnold Classic South America 2
2015 Arnold Classic 4
2014 Arnold Classic 3
2013 Mr. Olympia 12
2013 New York Pro 12
2013 FIBO Power Germany 1
2013 Arnold Classic 6
2012 New York Pro 1
2011 Europa Orlando Pro 1
2011 New York Pro 11
2010 Europa Dallas Pro 4
2009 NPC National Championships 1
2008 NPC Junior USA Championships 1

 

Death Cause Of Cedric McMillan

While there is no official cause of death, media stories claim McMillan died of a heart attack while on the treadmill.

McMillan had been delaying his return to professional bodybuilding due to recent health difficulties. In a November 2021 interview with GI magazine, McMillan revealed that he had tested positive for COVID-19 in 2020, which caused cardiac and respiratory problems. Later, he was diagnosed with pneumonia. He had to be put on life support due to a post-COVID-19 complication that was so extreme.

As a result of this, he resigned from the Arnold Classic in February at last, claiming health difficulties as the reason.

McMillan returned to guest pose at Armed Forces National 2021 after recovering from his post-COVID condition.

Net Worth Of Cedric McMillan

His net worth is believed to be around $7 million.

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