Ronald Dean Coleman, better known as "The King," is a renowned American retired professional bodybuilder, born on May 13, 1964. With a storied career, he has earned the reputation of being either the greatest bodybuilder of all time or one of the two greatest, alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger, and is widely regarded as the most dominant bodybuilding physique ever to step onto the stage.
Throughout his illustrious career, Coleman has won an impressive 26 IFBB professional titles, setting a record for the most wins, which stood for many years. This achievement surpassed the previous record of 22 held by Vince Taylor, a testament to his unparalleled success in the sport.
Coleman's physique is characterized by his exceptional combination of size and conditioning, as well as his dominant body parts and incredibly heavy workouts, making him the strongest bodybuilder of all time. His remarkable achievements have earned him a place in the International Sports Hall of Fame, where he was inducted in 2016.
In recognition of his immense contribution to the world of bodybuilding, Coleman was bestowed with the prestigious 'Arnold Classic Lifetime Achievement Award' in 2021, a testament to his enduring legacy and influence on the sport.