Obituary of Joe Weider

Joe Weider

Josef Weider (born November 29th, 1919 in Montreal, Quebec) was an Entrepreneur who was best known for being a Canadian bodybuilder who co-founded the International Federation of BodyBuilders. Joe died on March 23rd, 2013 and his death was because of heart failure at the age of 93 years old.

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Joe Weider Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Weider, Josef
Common Name: Joe Weider
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Birth Date: November 29, 1919
Age: 93 (at death)
Also Known As: Joseph, Edwin
Occupation: Entrepreneur

Nationality: Canadian
Favorite Food: Pringles chips
Favorite Color: Green
Favorite Scent: Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb
Favorite Actor: Humphrey Bogart

Josef's Family Tree

Birth Name: Josef Edwin Weider
Father: Louis Weider
Mother: Anna Weider
Brother(s):

Benjamin "Ben" Weider (1 February 1923-17 October 2008)

Spouse/Partner:

Hedwiges "Vicky" Uzar (married ?-divorced ?)
Betty Brosmer (married 1961-2013, his death)

Daughter(s):

Lydia Ross

Death Notice:

Date: March 23 2013 at age 93
Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
Cause of Death: Heart failure

Category Tags:

Entrepreneur Canadian Born on November 29th Born in 1919 Born in Quebec Died in 2013 Died at age 93 Died from Heart failure

Quotable Quotes:

"Josef Weider's legacy as the father of modern bodybuilding continues to inspire and impact fitness enthusiasts around the world, even after his passing. (V)"

"Joe Weider was a highly successful bodybuilding magazine publisher and fitness visionary, revolutionizing the industry and inspiring countless individuals to lead healthier lives. Unfortunately, he passed away after suffering from a prolonged illness. (V)"

Is Mr. Josef Weider still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.