Personal Life
Date of Birth
August 25, 1939
Died Date
December 23, 2021
Birthplace
Montgomery, Alabama, USA
Nationality
United States
Hometown
Montgomery, Alabama
University
American Academy of Dramatic Arts, New York
Educational Qualification
Studied music and trained as an opera singer
Chris Dickerson Physical Stats
Height (approx.)
5'6" (168 cm)
Weight (approx.)
200 lbs (90 kg)
Body Measurements (approx.)
Chest: 50 Inches • Waist: 28 Inches • Biceps: 18 Inches
Chris Dickerson Competition History
Awards, Honours, Achievements
1990- • Arnold Classic – IFBB, 8th
1984- • Mr. Olympia – IFBB, 11th
1982- • Mr. Olympia – IFBB, Winner
1981- • Professional World Cup – IFBB, 2nd
- • Mr. Olympia – IFBB, 2nd
- • Night of Champions – IFBB, Winner
- • Grand Prix World Cup – IFBB, 2nd
- • Grand Prix Washington – IFBB, Winner
- • Grand Prix New York – IFBB, Winner
- • Grand Prix New England – IFBB, 2nd
- • Grand Prix Louisiana – IFBB, Winner
- • Grand Prix California – IFBB, Winner
1980- • Pittsburgh Pro Invitational – IFBB, 2nd
- • Mr. Olympia – IFBB, 2nd
- • Night of Champions – IFBB, Winner
- • Grand Prix New York – IFBB, Winner
- • Grand Prix Miami – IFBB, Winner
- • Grand Prix Louisiana – IFBB, 2nd
- • Grand Prix California – IFBB, Winner
- • Florida Pro Invitational – IFBB, Winner
- • Canada Pro Cup – IFBB, Winner
1979- • Mr. Olympia – IFBB, Lightweight, 4th
- • Grand Prix Vancouver – IFBB, 2nd
- • Canada Pro Cup – IFBB, Winner
- • Canada Diamond Pro Cup – IFBB, 2nd
1976- • Universe – Pro – NABBA, Short, 2nd
- • Universe – Pro – NABBA, 3rd
- • Olympus – WBBG, 4th
1975- • World Championships – WBBG, 2nd
- • Universe – Pro – PBBA, 2nd
1974- • Universe – Pro – NABBA, Short, 1st
- • Universe – Pro – NABBA, Overall Winner
1973- • Universe – NABBA, Short, 1st
- • Universe – NABBA, Overall Winner
- • Pro Mr America – WBBG, Winner
1971- • Universe – NABBA, Short, 1st
1970- • Mr Universe – NABBA, Short, 1st
- • Mr America – AAU, Most Muscular, 1st
- • Mr America – AAU, Winner
- • Junior Mr America – AAU, Most Muscular, 1st
- • Junior Mr America – AAU, Winner
1969- • Mr America – AAU, 2nd
- • Junior Mr America – AAU, 2nd
1968- • Mr USA – AAU, Most Muscular, 2nd
- • Mr USA – AAU, Winner
- • Mr America – AAU, Most Muscular, 3rd
- • Mr America – AAU, 3rd
- • Junior Mr America – AAU, 3rd
1967- • Mr California – AAU, Winner
- • Mr America – AAU, Most Muscular, 4th
- • Mr America – AAU, 6th
- • Junior Mr America – AAU, Most Muscular, 5th
- • Junior Mr America – AAU, 4th
1966- • Mr North America – AAU, 2nd
- • Mr New York State – AAU, Overall Winner
- • Mr Eastern America – AAU, Overall Winner
- • Mr Atlantic Coast – AAU, Overall Winner
- • Junior Mr USA – AAU, Most Muscular, 1st
- • Junior Mr USA – AAU, Winner
Chris Dickerson – The Legendary 1982 Mr. Olympia Champion
Chris Dickerson remains one of bodybuilding’s most iconic figures. Born on August 25, 1939, he built a reputation for symmetry, posing mastery, and aesthetic muscle lines. His peak achievement came in 1982, when he won the Mr. Olympia title, becoming one of the sport’s most respected champions.
Early Life & Background
Chris Dickerson was born in Montgomery, Alabama. He became interested in physique development in his early 20s and trained under legendary coach Bill Pearl. His rise was rapid—his discipline and posing perfection made him stand out in an era ruled by mass monsters.
Training Style & Workout Routine
Chris Dickerson favored:
Typical Split
Day 1 – Chest & Back
Day 2 – Shoulders & Arms
Day 3 – Legs & Calves
Day 4 – Posing / Conditioning
Day 5 – Repeat
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Personality, Posing & Legacy
Dickerson was known for:
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Poised stage presence
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Operatic posing routines (keywords: chris dickerson opera)
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Artistry and grace
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Being one of the first openly gay bodybuilding icons (related keywords: boyfriend, partner – handled respectfully)
He is remembered as one of the most polished athletes in bodybuilding history.
Life After Bodybuilding
After retiring, Chris Dickerson remained involved in:
Death & Legacy
Chris Dickerson passed away on December 23, 2021 at age 82 (keywords: death, obit, funeral).
His legacy continues through bodybuilding historians, fans, and content creators sharing his classic performances.
