Bodybuilding Legend Reg Park Dies!
Bodybuilding legend Reg Park finally passed away Thanksgiving morning after a long fight.
Reg was one of my early inspirations and all-time favorite bodybuilders.
It makes me sad to know that he is gone but happy to know that he is at peace.
You inspired countless athletes Reg - myself among them - you'll never be forgotten.
From his website...
It is with immense sadness that we have to inform Reg’s friends, fans and supporters around the world that Reg passed away this morning, 22 November 2007 at 10h15 after a brave battle against the metastatic melanoma that caused him such suffering this year.
Reg’s last months with us were spent at home surrounded by a sea of love and good wishes from his family and friends around the globe. Reg had such a huge heart, such great dignity and grace and he was so humble. He continually expressed his most sincere thanks and love to all who supported and loved him throughout his life.
The family again thank all of you who sent so many beautiful messages of support throughout his illness. The Legend will continue to live in our hearts and our souls, forever. The world was a richer place thanks to this beautiful and true man who has taught so many of us so much about life and love and what it means to be human.
Thank you to those of you who have generously donated to the Reg Park Foundation which we hope will continue Reg's legacy by offering disadvantaged youth access to sport and fitness.
The memorial will take place on Sunday afternoon at 16:30, 25 November 2007. Reg did not want wreaths of flowers so if you feel you would like to send something please go to
http://www.trees.co.za/ to plant a tree in his name or donate to his foundation.
