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Title: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Wiggs on August 31, 2022, 07:23:54 PM
He is the first pro I ever met. It was at an NPC show on summer of 96. Shawn Ray was guest posing. Really nice guy and to me is a modern Steve Reeves.

Looking at his physique, this guy had it all. Ultra good looks, (no homo), height at 5'11 a legit top 6 Olympia physique at the peak of bodybuilding. It's insane and unfortunate that happened. Could have won An Arnold and if the judging was based on best overall package of size, shape and aesthetics, possibly an Olympia.

Start at 1:14 just like many 90s guys, insane for an amateur.


 
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: AbrahamG on August 31, 2022, 07:28:53 PM
I had Phil Hernon winning this show. 
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Irongrip400 on August 31, 2022, 07:41:10 PM
I remember reading an article about him in the early 2000’s where he talked about his leukemia and how it derailed his career before it really got going. I also remember him saying something like “I should’ve been a model” or something. Definitely a “what could’ve been” type guy.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: AbrahamG on August 31, 2022, 07:43:01 PM
Wonder if he ever did anything schmoe-esque?
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Royalty on August 31, 2022, 07:43:31 PM
I remember reading an article about him in the early 2000’s where he talked about his leukemia and how it derailed his career before it really got going. I also remember him saying something like “I should’ve been a model” or something. Definitely a “what could’ve been” type guy.

And Newman’s fiancé abandoned him as soon as she found out that he was sick
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Wiggs on August 31, 2022, 07:44:45 PM
And his fiancé abandoned Newman as soon as she found out that he was sick


Wow. Didn't know that. Sheesh.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: AbrahamG on August 31, 2022, 07:46:04 PM
Maybe she was just trying to get a jumpstart on the whole till death do us part thing?
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Fortress on August 31, 2022, 08:04:24 PM
Agreed. He could have risen the ranks, easily.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Never1AShow on August 31, 2022, 08:07:55 PM
That video was recorded on a TV using bone marrow for an antenna?
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Matt on August 31, 2022, 08:38:18 PM

Wow. Didn't know that. Sheesh.

Yep. I don't know if it was as soon as she found out - from what I recall in a summer of 2003 interview with Dennis Newman from Muscular Development, Dennis shrunk to 160-lb, and then she dumped him.

I want to say this was a Paul Dillett cover, dated maybe August of 2003.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Matt on August 31, 2022, 08:41:36 PM
I think I got that right...I recall reading the article in Kingston, Ontario when I was Army training.

If I'm not mistaken, Paul Dillett discusses racist judging in the IFBB in the same magazine. That's when I found out he was half Black / half White. His dad must be French Canadian.

As I keep saying - his physique is very Goodrum-like. I think this magazine has the Dennis Newman interview, but I could be wrong:
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Rusty Trombone on August 31, 2022, 08:43:56 PM
The 5th competitor murdered it!

But honestly Newman and Hernon looked the best to me there.

I can't believe ESPN and CBS used to cover bodybuilding.

Old times lol
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Ssxa on August 31, 2022, 08:50:43 PM
That video was recorded on a TV using bone marrow for an antenna?
Lol ;D
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: tommywishbone on August 31, 2022, 09:02:03 PM
Dennis was good. Really good.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: pamith on August 31, 2022, 09:11:55 PM
Bro...
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: kreator on August 31, 2022, 09:26:57 PM
And Newman’s fiancé abandoned him as soon as she found out that he was sick

Female nature. Why stick around when your guy is in a weak state when there are plenty other healthy males. Every woman is repulsed by weak men. It doesn’t matter if it’s sickness. The hotter she is the sooner she’ll bail. Nature is cruel.   
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: G_Thang on August 31, 2022, 09:34:58 PM
Female nature. Why stick around when your guy is in a weak state when there are plenty other healthy males. Every woman is repulsed by weak men. It doesn’t matter if it’s sickness. The hotter she is the sooner she’ll bail. Nature is cruel.

Hoochie
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: pamith on August 31, 2022, 09:58:35 PM
Female nature. Why stick around when your guy is in a weak state when there are plenty other healthy males. Every woman is repulsed by weak men. It doesn’t matter if it’s sickness. The hotter she is the sooner she’ll bail. Nature is cruel.
Brutal if true
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Gym-Rat on September 01, 2022, 02:42:13 AM
Titus was 'on fire' back in those days.

Lee Priest: "Titus had a BBQ in the desert and didnt invite me"...
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: beakdoctor on September 01, 2022, 02:46:57 AM
He is the first pro I ever met. It was at an NPC show on summer of 96. Shawn Ray was guest posing. Really nice guy and to me is a modern Steve Reeves.

Looking at his physique, this guy had it all. Ultra good looks, (no homo), height at 5'11 a legit top 6 Olympia physique at the peak of bodybuilding. It's insane and unfortunate that happened. Could have won An Arnold and if the judging was based on best overall package of size, shape and aesthetics, possibly an Olympia.

Start at 1:14 just like many 90s guys, insane for an amateur.



Have you heard of Brian Hankins? Guy's unreal. Definitely insane.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: wes on September 01, 2022, 03:27:57 AM
Looked damned near perfect....a total shame that he got sick.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: NarcissisticDeity on September 01, 2022, 06:10:20 AM
I think I got that right...I recall reading the article in Kingston, Ontario when I was Army training.

If I'm not mistaken, Paul Dillett discusses racist judging in the IFBB in the same magazine. That's when I found out he was half Black / half White. His dad must be French Canadian.

As I keep saying - his physique is very Goodrum-like. I think this magazine has the Dennis Newman interview, but I could be wrong:
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: On_Swole on September 01, 2022, 06:13:27 AM
His best ever look was 1993 Nationals

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Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Rambone on September 01, 2022, 06:18:38 AM
A modern day Steve Reeves in terms of handsomeness. Man, I’m not gay I swear.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Wiggs on September 01, 2022, 06:54:02 AM
A modern day Steve Reeves in terms of handsomeness. Man, I’m not gay I swear.

As much as guys want to front, they know when another man is extremely good looking. Especially if their girl is with them. They'll get insecure asf, grab her closer, ensure they avoid contact with said extremely good looking guy etc...

If we can spot an ugly sob, we can spot a handsome one.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: The Scott on September 01, 2022, 06:57:38 AM
As much as guys want to front, they know when another man is extremely good looking. Especially if their girl is with them. They'll get insecure asf, grab her closer, ensure they avoid contact with said extremely good looking guy etc...

If we can spot an ugly sob, we can spot a handsome one.

Agreed, my young friend.  I have no problem saying a man is handsome.  Steve Reeves, Dennis Newman, Serge Nubret and Bob Paris are among the best looking bodybuilders ever.  To acknowledge that doesn't make anyone gay, but I get that it is funny to put a "No Homo" in there.

I am glad Newman made it out alive and is still with his family.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: The Scott on September 01, 2022, 07:04:13 AM
(https://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=565553.0;attach=1390011;image)

I had to  copy this from another's post in a different thread. It is not a good pose for this man.

I cannot think of this man's name but consider him to be among the better built and handsome bodybuilders of the last few decades.  My brain is not working this morning, as if it ever does, LOL!

But credit is due him for he had a good face and an even better physique.  Was it him that was in that S&M picture with some tiny lady?  I hope not.  If so, gross and weird but that does not mean he didn't have a great physique and a handsome face.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: beakdoctor on September 01, 2022, 07:08:18 AM
(https://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=565553.0;attach=1390011;image)

I had to  copy this from another's post in a different thread. It is not a good pose for this man.

I cannot think of this man's name but consider him to be among the better built and handsome bodybuilders of the last few decades.  My brain is not working this morning, as if it ever does, LOL!

But credit is due him for he had a good face and an even better physique.  Was it him that was in that S&M picture with some tiny lady?  I hope not.  If so, gross and weird but that does not mean he didn't have a great physique and a handsome face.

The pic is Vince Taylor

The guy in the S&M photo was Chris Cromier and it was a tranny if i recall.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: The Scott on September 01, 2022, 07:09:45 AM
The pic is Vince Taylor

The guy in the S&M photo was Chris Cromier and it was a tranny if i recall.

Thanks!  ;D Whew!   ;) ;D
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: NarcissisticDeity on September 01, 2022, 07:11:57 AM
(https://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=565553.0;attach=1390011;image)

I had to  copy this from another's post in a different thread. It is not a good pose for this man.

I cannot think of this man's name but consider him to be among the better built and handsome bodybuilders of the last few decades.  My brain is not working this morning, as if it ever does, LOL!

But credit is due him for he had a good face and an even better physique.  Was it him that was in that S&M picture with some tiny lady?  I hope not.  If so, gross and weird but that does not mean he didn't have a great physique and a handsome face.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: njflex on September 01, 2022, 08:31:02 AM
titus was there,not big enough to beat those guys,cocky enough to think so tho...he looked great in 1996
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: SGT BARNES on September 01, 2022, 09:06:59 AM
mendenhall.....
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: njflex on September 01, 2022, 09:22:03 AM
S RAY AND NEWMAN were training partners..
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: beakdoctor on September 01, 2022, 10:48:46 AM


People call Dillet a lot of things but "handsome" isn't one of them.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Royalty on September 01, 2022, 01:04:06 PM
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Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Bevo on September 01, 2022, 01:07:44 PM
I heard Erik Fankhouser is a very handsome bber
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Royalty on September 01, 2022, 01:08:11 PM
S RAY AND NEWMAN were training partners..

Yes
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Royalty on September 01, 2022, 01:08:53 PM
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Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: ChristopherA on September 01, 2022, 01:59:42 PM
If you want to nitpick,  he delts are so good they overpower his chest quite a bit. More a structural thing than a development issue
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Taffin on September 01, 2022, 02:38:52 PM
He is the first pro I ever met. It was at an NPC show on summer of 96. Shawn Ray was guest posing. Really nice guy and to me is a modern Steve Reeves.

Looking at his physique, this guy had it all. Ultra good looks, (no homo), height at 5'11 a legit top 6 Olympia physique at the peak of bodybuilding. It's insane and unfortunate that happened. Could have won An Arnold and if the judging was based on best overall package of size, shape and aesthetics, possibly an Olympia.

Start at 1:14 just like many 90s guys, insane for an amateur.



I probably agree with you.  The usual suspects like Leidlmeyer and Mendenhall of course come up, but Newman had the facial beauty as well (Gaylord-level post self-reported :-*)


I had Phil Hernon winning this show.

And with your comment there goes another moment where I suddenly think something like, "Wow, so the HGH-induced leukaemia probably saved his life then" with Hernon having fell recently (PIP)  :-\                                                                                             
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Taffin on September 01, 2022, 02:42:14 PM
If you want to nitpick,  he delts are so good they overpower his chest quite a bit. More a structural thing than a development issue

Yeah, that's a fair point about the clavicle width thing *cough Heath cough* ;D

Still, not a deal-breaker...

And did I imagine another thread on here where someone said O'Hearn was pleased that Newman had to wind it back, as he felt threatened by Newman's much more handsome features?  (Yeah, I know, just popping upstairs to put my pretty dress on - BRB  :-*)

(https://external-content.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fi.pinimg.com%2F736x%2F78%2F9e%2F40%2F789e404714f51a5ffd6af15f3cdab3eb--mens-bodybuilding-bodybuilders.jpg&f=1&nofb=1)


Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: SweetDaddySiki on September 01, 2022, 04:07:33 PM
Yeah, that's a fair point about the clavicle width thing *cough Heath cough* ;D

Still, not a deal-breaker...

And did I imagine another thread on here where someone said O'Hearn was pleased that Newman had to wind it back, as he felt threatened by Newman's much more handsome features?  (Yeah, I know, just popping upstairs to put my pretty dress on - BRB  :-*)

(https://external-content.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fi.pinimg.com%2F736x%2F78%2F9e%2F40%2F789e404714f51a5ffd6af15f3cdab3eb--mens-bodybuilding-bodybuilders.jpg&f=1&nofb=1)

Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: michael arvilla on September 01, 2022, 04:16:38 PM
I would probably want to look like Dennis Newman out of any bodybuilders (alive or dead) American Muscle Magazine (TV show)did a feature on him before he turned pro ( was a young kid pumping gas into airplanes) she denies it…. But I swear I heard her Moan when he came on!  >:(
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Bevo on September 01, 2022, 05:57:44 PM
All that hair on Newman is now gone, bald as a cue ball. Poor hair follicle genetics of peace
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Royalty on September 01, 2022, 06:07:58 PM
All that hair on Newman is now gone, bald as a cue ball. Poor hair follicle genetics of peace

I remember that he actually lost all of his hair back in 1994 during his medical treatments
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: NarcissisticDeity on September 01, 2022, 06:16:50 PM
I remember that he actually lost all of his hair back in 1994 during his medical treatments
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Humble Narcissist on September 02, 2022, 11:16:24 AM
I dated his high school girlfriend's twin sister in college. Still friend's with her on Facebook. Gay, I know.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: joswift on September 02, 2022, 11:24:05 AM
I dated his high school girlfriend's twin sister in college. Still friend's with her on Facebook. Gay, I know.
I once saw his sisters cousins neighbours ex husbands new wife with an old friend drinking a cup of coffee in Starbucks
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Humble Narcissist on September 02, 2022, 11:28:40 AM
I once saw his sisters cousins neighbours ex husbands new wife with an old friend drinking a cup of coffee in Starbucks
I'm friends with her as well.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Rambone on September 02, 2022, 11:31:46 AM
I'm friends with her as well.

 :D
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: joswift on September 02, 2022, 11:31:52 AM
I'm friends with her as well.
It was a man  ;D
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Matt on September 02, 2022, 11:59:22 AM
I once saw his sisters cousins neighbours ex husbands new wife with an old friend drinking a cup of coffee in Starbucks

LOL!!!!

joswift - I'm reminded of this masterpiece that you responded to Tom's imbecility with:

https://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?topic=672027.msg9565973#msg9565973
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: strgth on September 03, 2022, 11:18:06 PM
THE real life superman. It's all very sad what happened to him. But after everything, he is still kicking and doing his best. Huge respect for this man. A true inspiration of courage and bravery. Many men would have let themselves go. He should have zero regrets of the path he have chosen because at that time, it was exactly what he wanted and on top of that he was the best. An absolute legend.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Humble Narcissist on September 04, 2022, 12:43:53 AM
It was a man  ;D
He transitioned. I'm very inclusive on Facebook.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: mphgrove on September 14, 2022, 07:23:08 AM
Yeah, that's a fair point about the clavicle width thing *cough Heath cough* ;D

Still, not a deal-breaker...

And did I imagine another thread on here where someone said O'Hearn was pleased that Newman had to wind it back, as he felt threatened by Newman's much more handsome features?  (Yeah, I know, just popping upstairs to put my pretty dress on - BRB  :-*)

(https://external-content.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fi.pinimg.com%2F736x%2F78%2F9e%2F40%2F789e404714f51a5ffd6af15f3cdab3eb--mens-bodybuilding-bodybuilders.jpg&f=1&nofb=1)

Newman? Mendenhall? Liedelmeyer? At the support group, they encourage yelling NO HOMO, NO HOMO, NO HOMO real loud in unison, maybe with pictures of vomit posted on the screen
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Rambone on September 14, 2022, 07:46:12 AM
Newman? Mendenhall? Liedelmeyer? At the support group, they encourage yelling NO HOMO, NO HOMO, NO HOMO real loud in unison, maybe with pictures of vomit posted on the screen

Parsh.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Taffin on September 14, 2022, 08:07:55 AM
Newman? Mendenhall? Liedelmeyer? At the support group, they encourage yelling NO HOMO, NO HOMO, NO HOMO real loud in unison, maybe with pictures of vomit posted on the screen

Rory Newmendenhall?


Parsh.

Impressive restraint.  I 'soft-popped'... :P
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Grape Ape on September 14, 2022, 08:17:40 AM
gayer than discussing bodybuilding
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: mphgrove on September 14, 2022, 08:27:39 AM
Rory Newmendenhall?


Impressive restraint.  I 'soft-popped'... :P

Ickkk on Rory Newmendenhall, triple vomit posted on screen accompanied by electric shocks. Hard work ahead for those desiring full cure.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Rambone on September 14, 2022, 08:53:37 AM
Ickkk on Rory Newmendenhall, triple vomit posted on screen accompanied by electric shocks. Hard work ahead for those desiring full cure.

Mr. Pence is working on that cure for most of us on here! We want to be saved
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Taffin on September 14, 2022, 09:28:11 AM
Mr. Pence is working on that cure for most of us on here! We want to be saved

Speak for yourself - I'm trying to wear my cawk out before I get to retirement age - no holes barred :-*
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: mphgrove on September 14, 2022, 10:48:32 AM
Mr. Pence is working on that cure for most of us on here! We want to be saved

He was in the Pump Room at NPC Indiana State Championships but, confronted with all the glittering posing straps, he gave up.
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: Rambone on September 14, 2022, 10:57:45 AM
He was in the Pump Room at NPC Indiana State Championships but, confronted with all the glittering posing straps, he gave up.

 ;D



Speak for yourself - I'm trying to wear my cawk out before I get to retirement age - no holes barred :-*

 ;D
Title: Re: To me, Dennis Newman is the greatest bodybuilder that never was
Post by: mphgrove on September 14, 2022, 11:23:42 AM
Matt in 1991, closeups video

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=hxytJXqJ5XA