Ben Weider, bodybuilding pioneer and IFBB founder died last friday

Ben Weider, a legend in the world of bodybuilding, who helped launch Arnold Schwarzenegger's career in the United States, died Friday in a Montreal hospital. He became 85 years old.
Ben Weider founded the International Federation of Body Building in 1940 together with his brother Joe. He was a big help to legitimate this sport.

Ben Weider is survived by his wife, Huguette, nee Derouin, sons Louis, Eric, and Mark, and grandchildren Joseph and Vanessa. Also surviving are his brother Joe and sister Freda Yankofsky. Family and friends will gather for a memorial service on Monday, October 20th, at Paperman's Funeral Home in Montreal. The family asks that memorial contributions be made to the Ben Weider Jewish Community Center.

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Source: Weider Health and Fitness