Complete gallery of all Mr. Olympia winners!

Mr. Olympia is an award for the winner of a professional bodybuilding competition, this title is the most you can achieve as a bodybuilder and that is why only the best of the best compete against each other. That's why it's obviously the best spectacle for us as spectators. The contest is held during Joe Weider's Olympia weekend. The international bodybuilding competition is organized annually by the International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB). Joe Weider created the contest back then so that winners of the next Mr. Universe bodybuilding award could continue to compete and make money. The first Mr. Olympia was held on September 18, 1965 at the Brooklyn Academy of Music in New York City.

See the men who are among the best of the best!

Larry Scott

Larry Scott, also known as "The Legend", made an indelible mark on bodybuilding history as the first ever Mr. Olympia title holder. He first won the title in 1965 and was able to defend it the following year. This made him not only the first ever, but also the first two-time Mr. Olympia champion.

Sergio Oliva

Sergio Oliva, nicknamed "The Myth", was a phenomenon in the world of bodybuilding. His unique physique, with his exceptionally broad shoulders and narrow waist, has earned him a legion of fans and admirers. He showed his dominance at the highest level in 1967, 1968 and 1969, when he won the prestigious Mr. Olympia competition three times in a row. It was this unbroken string of successes that cemented his place in bodybuilding history.

Arnold Schwarzenegger

Arnold Schwarzenegger, nicknamed "The Oak", is one of the most iconic figures in bodybuilding history. He has dominated the Mr. Olympia competition seven times in a row, making an indelible mark in sports history. His journey to the top was a combination of immense diligence, relentless training and consistent discipline, which he was able to turn into stunning results on the competition stage.

Franco Columbu

Franco Columbu was one of the most prominent personalities of the so-called "golden era of bodybuilding" of the 1970s and made history with his two victories in the Mr. Olympia competition. He first came out on top in 1976, when he won his first Sandow trophy, and repeated his triumph in 1981. Although he was of relatively smaller stature for a professional bodybuilder, he managed to impress the world with his incredibly sophisticated, strong and sculpted musculature, most famously with his exceptional chest.

Frank Zane

Frank Zane is one of the most respected figures in bodybuilding history. Three times in a row, in 1977, 1978 and 1979, he dominated the Mr. Olympia competition and thus forever made his mark in the history of the sport. His name is still synonymous with aesthetics, symmetry and harmony of muscular proportions. What Frank achieved in bodybuilding was not just the pursuit of massive volume, but above all the systematic refinement of the shape and balance of the physique. It is thanks to this approach and precise training that Zane is often cited as a role model for all those who wish to achieve a perfectly balanced form.

Chris Dickerson

Chris Dickerson made bodybuilding history as the winner of his only Mr. Olympia in 1982. He was characterized by his precise symmetry, elegant form and calm demeanor on the stage. In 2000, he was inducted into the Joe Weider Hall of Fame, securing a permanent place among bodybuilding legends.

Samir Bannout

Samir Bannout, nicknamed the "Lion of Lebanon", won his only Mr. Olympia title in 1983. He is renowned for his elegant lines and muscular physique, which have earned him a special place in the history of the sport.

Lee Haney

Lee Haney is one of the absolute legends of bodybuilding. He won a record eight Mr. Olympia titles between 1984 and 1991, and his training philosophy of "stimulate, don't destroy" ensured his long-term dominance. It was this approach to training and recovery that set a new standard in the world of professional bodybuilding.

Dorian Yates

Dorian Yates, the Englishman nicknamed "The Shadow", dominated the 1990s in bodybuilding. Between 1992 and 1997 he won six consecutive Mr. Olympia titles and set new standards for future generations with his extraordinary mass and hard training.

Ronnie Coleman

Ronnie Coleman is one of the most dominant bodybuilders of all time. From 1998 to 2005 he won an incredible eight Mr. Olympia titles in a row, earning him the nickname "The King". He is most famous for his enormous muscle mass and some of the most impressive arms ever seen on stage. His invincibility was only ended by Jay Cutler in 2006.

Jay Cutler

Jay Cutler is a four-time Mr. Olympia winner (2006, 2007, 2009, 2010) and is known for his massive yet perfectly sculpted physique. Interestingly, in 2006, at his competition weight of 286 pounds (130 kg), he had only 3% body fat, a testament to his extreme discipline and determination.

Dexter Jackson

Dexter Jackson, nicknamed "The Blade", made an indelible mark on bodybuilding history when he won his only Mr. Olympia title in 2008. He is renowned for his superior symmetry, detailed sculpting and immense precision in his training.

Phil Heath

Phil Heath, nicknamed "The Gift", has become one of the most dominant bodybuilders of our time. Between 2011 and 2017, he won seven Mr. Olympia titles in a row, equaling Arnold Schwarzenegger. However, his chase for an eighth victory was halted in 2018 by Shawn Rhoden, who dethroned him. Still, Phil remains one of the sport's biggest icons.

Shawn Rhoden

Shawn "Flexatron" Rhoden caused a huge upset when he defeated seven-time champion Phil Heath at Mr. Olympia 2018, becoming only the 14th Sandow trophy winner. His more aesthetically focused physique contrasted sharply with the trend of massive bulk that has dominated bodybuilding in previous years.

Brandon Curry

Brandon Curry became the 15th man to ever win the Mr. Olympia title in 2019. After Shawn Rhoden missed out on the opportunity to defend, Curry showed excellent form to win his first Sandow trophy.

Mamdouh "Big Ramy" Elssbiay

In 2020, Mamdouh "Big Ramy" Elssbiay became the 16th man to win the Mr. Olympia title, despite complications caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. He managed to surpass all expectations with his tremendous bulk and exceptional form. After the unexpected loss of bodybuilding great George Peterson III a year later, the show went on and Big Ramy defended his title in 2021, defeating Brandon Curry and Hadi Choopan.

Hadi Choopan

Hadi Choopan, nicknamed "The Persian Wolf", made his mark at Mr. Olympia in 2022, bringing a new standard to the stage with his superb preparation and meticulous detail. The former 212-pound champion showed that even a smaller stature is no obstacle when it comes to the perfect combination of symmetry, sculpting and overall package that defeated even the previously dominant Big Ramy.

Derek Lunsford

An American bodybuilder who rose to fame with a meteoric rise in the 212lb category. The Indiana native relies on balanced proportions, massive muscle volume and precise sculpting to help him win the 212 Mr. Olympia title in 2021, defeating then-champion Shaun Clarida. In 2022, Derek moved up to the open category where he received a special invitation and on his debut he took a fantastic second place at Mr. Olympia - just behind the winning Hadi Choopan.

Samson Dauda

Samson Dauda, nicknamed "The Nigerian Lion", is one of the fastest rising talents in bodybuilding today. Hailing from the UK, he has attracted attention in recent years with his dynamic improvements in muscle mass and overall proportions. Samson is renowned for his combination of massive bulk and aesthetic shape, which he demonstrates perfectly on the competition stage. In the 2023 season, he had significant success at the Arnold Classic, which has placed him among the potential challengers at the upcoming Mr. Olympia events. His approach to training and constant desire to grow make Dauda one of the most exciting names in the world of professional bodybuilding.