Cedric McMillan facts for kids

Cedric McMillan (born August 17, 1977 – died April 12, 2022) was an American professional bodybuilder and an instructor in the United States Army. He was known for his classic body shape, which reminded many of the "golden age" of bodybuilding. His last big win was the 2017 Arnold Classic competition.

Cedric McMillan's Bodybuilding Stats

Here are some facts about Cedric McMillan's size and age:

• Offseason weight: 295 – 310 pounds (133.8 – 140.6 kg)
• Pre-competition weight: 280 pounds
• Height: 6 feet 1 inch (185.42 cm)
• Age: 44 years old when he passed away
• Nationality: American

Cedric McMillan's Early Life and Start in Bodybuilding

As a child, Cedric McMillan loved looking at strong, muscular bodies. He enjoyed drawing comic book characters with impressive muscles. His hero was Arnold Schwarzenegger, a famous bodybuilder and actor. Seeing Arnold in the movie Conan the Barbarian really inspired him.

Cedric started working out at age thirteen after his mom bought him a weight set. He quickly found out he was naturally good at building muscles. He also discovered a strong passion for bodybuilding.

After high school, Cedric joined the United States Army and moved to South Carolina. Soon after, his friend Mark Neil encouraged him to enter his first bodybuilding contest. Mark helped Cedric gain a lot of muscle and learn more about the sport. Cedric grew from 195 pounds to 225 pounds in just four weeks! He competed at 205 pounds. In 2007, he entered the NPC South Carolina competition and won the super heavyweight division.

Cedric McMillan's Professional Bodybuilding Career

Cedric McMillan became a top professional bodybuilder. He won 8 professional contests and often placed in the top 5 at major events. He earned his "Pro card" in 2009. This meant he could compete against the best bodybuilders in the world.

His most famous win was the 2017 Arnold Classic in Ohio. This was a special moment because he met his idol, Arnold Schwarzenegger. Arnold even praised Cedric's physique. Cedric's last competition was the 2020 Arnold Classic Ohio, where he finished in 6th place.

Cedric McMillan's Unique Bodybuilding Style

Cedric McMillan was known for his "aesthetic" physique. This means his body looked very balanced and pleasing to the eye. This was different from many other bodybuilders who focused on being as big and muscular as possible. At over 6 feet 1 inch tall, Cedric was taller than most competitors. He chose to show off a more classic look.

He often performed highly planned posing routines to classical music. This reminded many people of the great bodybuilders from the 1980s. His style was a big contrast to "mass monsters" like Ronnie Coleman or Jay Cutler.

Cedric's mix of impressive size, height, and classic lines brought him great success. He did especially well at the Arnold Classic. His pleasing physique, compared to the larger look of other competitors like Phil Heath, even led Arnold Schwarzenegger to suggest that judges should reward smaller waistlines in bodybuilding.

Despite setting a new standard for a more appealing look, Cedric often didn't place as high at the Mr Olympia finals. This competition usually rewards the biggest, most muscular bodies. This put taller bodybuilders like Cedric at a disadvantage. Many fans and critics thought he should have won the Mr. Olympia title. They called him an "uncrowned Mr. Olympia" and a fan favorite.

Cedric McMillan's Personal Life

Cedric McMillan lived in Columbia, South Carolina. He was a sergeant first class and an instructor at Fort Jackson. He often said he was a family man and stayed close with his childhood friends.

Cedric was also a talented artist who enjoyed drawing. He was interested in music and culture. He often showed his artistic side through his detailed and well-planned posing routines.

Cedric McMillan passed away on April 12, 2022, at the age of 44. He died of a heart attack.

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