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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YearEventPlace
2020Arnold Classic Columbus6
2019Japan Pro2
2019Romania Muscle Fest Pro1
2019Fitparade Hungary Pro – Grand Prix1
2019Mr. Olympia7
2019Arnold Classic Australia2
2019Arnold Classic4
2018Mr. Olympia9
2018Toronto Pro3
2018Arnold Classic3
2017Center Podium Ferrigno Legacy2
2017Mr. Olympia10
2017Arnold Classic1
2016Mr. Olympia7
2016Arnold Classic Australia2
2016Arnold Classic2
2016Levrone Pro Classic1
2015Nordic Pro3
2015Europa Atlantic City Pro2
2015Golden State Pro1
2015Arnold Classic South America2
2015Arnold Classic4
2014Arnold Classic3
2013Mr. Olympia12
2013New York Pro12
2013FIBO Power Germany1
2013Arnold Classic6
2012New York Pro1
2011Europa Orlando Pro1
2011New York Pro11
2010Europa Dallas Pro4
2009NPC National Championships1
2008NPC Junior USA Championships1

 

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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