Ronnie Coleman’s journey over the last decade has been marked by severe health struggles stemming from his years of lifting extraordinarily heavy weights. Multiple spinal surgeries, hip replacements, and nerve complications drastically affected his mobility. Things got far scarier when he got hospitalized with a blood infection in July this year.

His condition was so serious at one point that many wondered whether he would ever regain a semblance of normal physical function again. Yet despite the challenges, Coleman’s spirit never fractured. After getting back to the gym in August, he did a Brazilian Tour in October, and now, for the 8x Mr. Olympia, it’s quite the experience.

Ronnie Coleman Is Grateful for the Brazilian Fans

The Olympia All-Star Tour has brought Coleman across several countries, where he met fans and attended expos. Yet one country, in particular, left a mark on him: Brazil. On November 23, the Ronnie Coleman Brasil Instagram page posted the highlights of The King’s best moments from his tour, and Coleman himself commented.

“I love you, Brazil! Thank you so much for all the love! Y’all are the best fans in the world! Yeah, Buddy!” wrote Ronnie Coleman, ending the message with his signature catch phrase. For a man who has endured years of medical challenges and a serious health scare this year, this moment symbolized the bodybuilding icon’s resilience.

His world tour marks a powerful comeback. Traveling after so many surgeries is no small feat, yet Coleman embraced the challenge, determined to meet the fans who supported him through every stage of his recovery. Brazil’s bodybuilding culture is famously passionate, and its embrace of the 61-year-old bodybuilder reflects just how deeply he is celebrated across generations. 

Then again, this isn’t a complete surprise considering that this isn’t Ronnie Coleman’s first time in Brazil. Last time, the former Mr. Universe showered similar praise for the Brazilian fans on the very first day. “Brazil Tour Day 1. Feeling so much love already out here in Brazil,” he posted on Instagram on August 20, 2024.

So, do you find ‘The King’ of bodybuilding and his lasting resilience inspiring? Tell us in the comments.

Written by

Amanjeet Singh

Edited by

Sagnik Bagchi