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Title: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: SF1900 on March 23, 2026, 04:05:49 PM



https://www.fox26houston.com/news/bodybuilding-legend-lee-haney-needs-kidney-transplant
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: NarcissisticDeity on March 23, 2026, 05:21:18 PM
Damn suck to hear.  :-\
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Dave D on March 23, 2026, 05:27:28 PM
Awful. 

Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: IroNat on March 23, 2026, 05:32:09 PM
Genetic predisposition to kidney failure.
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: illuminati on March 23, 2026, 05:38:52 PM
Not that uncommon as I believe he's in his 60s - I've had issues with mine.
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Lartinos on March 23, 2026, 06:10:35 PM
Sorry to hear that.

Obviously one of the greats of the sport.

Good thing he got out when he did.

Was another decade before he had kidney issues.

Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Brenda Steunbeer on March 23, 2026, 10:54:29 PM
There must be some serious schmoes out there who want to "live the dream" by knowing an 8 time Mr Olympia has one of their kidneys!    ;D

Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Flexacon on March 23, 2026, 11:00:30 PM
There must be some serious schmoes out there who want to "live the dream" by knowing an 8 time Mr Olympia has one of their kidneys!    ;D

Yeah he's probably counting on that.

Is there a reason he's looking for a living kidney donor though? Maybe he can't get on the transplant list or something?
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Raymondo on March 23, 2026, 11:24:01 PM
There must be some serious schmoes out there who want to "live the dream" by knowing an 8 time Mr Olympia has one of their kidneys!    ;D

Really funny fuckface, try harder
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: wes on March 24, 2026, 12:44:59 AM
I`m hoping for the best outcome for Lee.
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: AbrahamG on March 24, 2026, 01:04:24 AM
Terrible to hear.  Wish the best for him. 
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: obsidian on March 24, 2026, 02:37:57 AM
Lee had a fantastic physique. One of the greats! Up there with Arnold, Ronnie, Dorian and Sergio. Hopefully he get help with his kidney. I always assumed he escaped bodybuilding with his health.

(https://www.greatestphysiques.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/00a75eef96a893518e96f093d84636fb.jpg)
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: MAXX on March 24, 2026, 02:45:11 AM
Not that uncommon as I believe he's in his 60s - I've had issues with mine.
Sure, but bodybuilding(with PED's) makes you at more risk for it.

Simply because steroids increase blood pressure and hemacrit and that puts a strain on kidneys.
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: falco on March 24, 2026, 02:54:40 AM
Let's hope he can buy one suited to him.
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: US MUSL on March 24, 2026, 02:54:52 AM
Lee has a big family, non of them are compatible donors?
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Pet shop boys on March 24, 2026, 04:47:01 AM
The minute Dave breaks the news to coach Chris Aceto that our dear Lee Haney needs a Kidney transplant, this while Chris wants to talk about how bigger and ripped Andre Jack (his client) is coming this weekend to Arnold UK .....

As much as Chris probably like and respect Lee Haney he didn't know the sad news, didnt even reacted or wanted to talk about it

Dave tells him how he knows so many great BB dealing with kidney issues and Awkward how Aceto avoids the topic.






WooooSSSHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHh  The Sport
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: NaturalWonder83 on March 24, 2026, 05:05:13 AM
The minute Dave breaks the news to coach Chris Aceto that Lee Haney needs a Kidney transplant, this while Chris wants to talk about how bigger and ripped Andre Jack (his client) is coming this weekend to Arnold UK .....

As much as Chris probably like and respect Lee Haney he didn't know the sad news, didnt even reacted or wanted to talk about it

Dave tells him how he knows so many great BB dealing with kidney issues and Awkward how he avoids the topic.






WooooSSSHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHh  The Sport
Typical Aceto. As long as he's not inconvenienced, that's the most important thing to him. Hmmmm Similar to how Jay seemed to not care about his "friend" Dave's health concerns that time. I guess Jay tends to associate with others that have the same philosophy on treating others...
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Rambone on March 24, 2026, 05:15:05 AM
Lee seems like a great guy
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Brenda Steunbeer on March 24, 2026, 05:32:13 AM
Sure, but bodybuilding(with PED's) makes you at more risk for it.

Simply because steroids increase blood pressure and hemacrit and that puts a strain on kidneys.


Most gear users are in denial, or simply don't want to hear or read it, but reality will catch up with them:


Abusing anabolic-androgenic steroids can cause serious kidney damage, including acute kidney injury, focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, and chronic kidney disease. These substances can cause high blood pressure, increase workload on the kidneys, and lead to protein in the urine, with some damage reversing after discontinuation.
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
 +4
Key Kidney Problems Associated with Steroid Abuse:
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI): Rapid loss of kidney function, often linked to extreme muscle breakdown (rhabdomyolysis) or direct toxicity.
Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS): A scarring condition in the kidneys often seen in bodybuilders using steroids.
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD): Long-term damage from high blood pressure, protein leakage (proteinuria), and toxic effects on renal tissues.
Kidney Abnormalities: Structural changes including glomerular toxicity and increased kidney size (via Growth Hormone use).
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
 +5
Key Risks and Factors:
High Dosage: Abuse of anabolic steroids (AAS) is a public health concern, particularly among bodybuilders.
Combined Supplements: Combining steroids with high protein intake or creatine can heighten risks.
Reversibility: Studies suggest that kidney function may improve if anabolic steroids are discontinued.
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
 +2
Important Distinctions:
Anabolic Steroids (AAS) are used to build muscle and are often abused, causing the damage described above.
Corticosteroids are anti-inflammatory medications used to treat certain kidney diseases, though they have their own, different side effects (e.g., hypertension, infection risk).
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
 +4
Note: The risks listed here are generally associated with the misuse or abuse of anabolic-androgenic steroids, often in high doses by bodybuilders.



Although I don't think Haney has ever used growth hormones. Diuretics, maybe

Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Donny on March 24, 2026, 05:45:59 AM
Always seemed a well rounded guy, no faggotry or scandals ( that I've heard )
Hopefully he'll get a donor  :)
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Pet shop boys on March 24, 2026, 05:59:38 AM

Most gear users are in denial, or simply don't want to hear or read it, but reality will catch up with them:


Abusing anabolic-androgenic steroids can cause serious kidney damage, including acute kidney injury, focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, and chronic kidney disease. These substances can cause high blood pressure, increase workload on the kidneys, and lead to protein in the urine, with some damage reversing after discontinuation.
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
 +4
Key Kidney Problems Associated with Steroid Abuse:
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI): Rapid loss of kidney function, often linked to extreme muscle breakdown (rhabdomyolysis) or direct toxicity.
Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS): A scarring condition in the kidneys often seen in bodybuilders using steroids.
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD): Long-term damage from high blood pressure, protein leakage (proteinuria), and toxic effects on renal tissues.
Kidney Abnormalities: Structural changes including glomerular toxicity and increased kidney size (via Growth Hormone use).
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
 +5
Key Risks and Factors:
High Dosage: Abuse of anabolic steroids (AAS) is a public health concern, particularly among bodybuilders.
Combined Supplements: Combining steroids with high protein intake or creatine can heighten risks.
Reversibility: Studies suggest that kidney function may improve if anabolic steroids are discontinued.
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
 +2
Important Distinctions:
Anabolic Steroids (AAS) are used to build muscle and are often abused, causing the damage described above.
Corticosteroids are anti-inflammatory medications used to treat certain kidney diseases, though they have their own, different side effects (e.g., hypertension, infection risk).
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
 +4
Note: The risks listed here are generally associated with the misuse or abuse of anabolic-androgenic steroids, often in high doses by bodybuilders.



Although I don't think Haney has ever used growth hormones. Diuretics, maybe

When young Rich Gaspary showed up at the Olympia with striated glutes and took second place , I'm sure Lee Haney and everyone at that level used diuretics at some degree.

Samir Bamout  83' Christmas tree back ripped and flawless I'm sure there was a lot of motivation to hit the diurectics in the early 80's.




WooooSSSHHHHHHHHHHHHH  The  80's
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: joswift on March 24, 2026, 06:01:35 AM

Most gear users are in denial, or simply don't want to hear or read it, but reality will catch up with them:


Abusing anabolic-androgenic steroids can cause serious kidney damage, including acute kidney injury, focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, and chronic kidney disease. These substances can cause high blood pressure, increase workload on the kidneys, and lead to protein in the urine, with some damage reversing after discontinuation.
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
 +4
Key Kidney Problems Associated with Steroid Abuse:
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI): Rapid loss of kidney function, often linked to extreme muscle breakdown (rhabdomyolysis) or direct toxicity.
Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS): A scarring condition in the kidneys often seen in bodybuilders using steroids.
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD): Long-term damage from high blood pressure, protein leakage (proteinuria), and toxic effects on renal tissues.
Kidney Abnormalities: Structural changes including glomerular toxicity and increased kidney size (via Growth Hormone use).
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
 +5
Key Risks and Factors:
High Dosage: Abuse of anabolic steroids (AAS) is a public health concern, particularly among bodybuilders.
Combined Supplements: Combining steroids with high protein intake or creatine can heighten risks.
Reversibility: Studies suggest that kidney function may improve if anabolic steroids are discontinued.
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
 +2
Important Distinctions:
Anabolic Steroids (AAS) are used to build muscle and are often abused, causing the damage described above.
Corticosteroids are anti-inflammatory medications used to treat certain kidney diseases, though they have their own, different side effects (e.g., hypertension, infection risk).
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
 +4
Note: The risks listed here are generally associated with the misuse or abuse of anabolic-androgenic steroids, often in high doses by bodybuilders.



Although I don't think Haney has ever used growth hormones. Diuretics, maybe

abusing anything will cause damage.

take 100 anavar tabs = nothing happens
take 100 paracetamol = death
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: BayGBM on March 24, 2026, 06:03:28 AM
There must be some serious schmoes out there who want to "live the dream" by knowing an 8 time Mr Olympia has one of their kidneys!    ;D

Not.  I don't think young schmoes have any idea who Haney is; he was from the pre internet era.  And old schmoes are themselves physically falling apart and in no condition to donate anything. Finally, he is not big anymore so no schmoe is going to get excited over him. True he was totalee awesome in his day... but that was nearly 40 years ago.  ::)
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Humble Narcissist on March 24, 2026, 06:25:14 AM
abusing anything will cause damage.

take 100 anavar tabs = nothing happens
take 100 paracetamol = death
Or 100 shots of whiskey. Or 100 beers unless you are Andre The Giant. Get well soon, Lee.
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: AbrahamG on March 24, 2026, 08:41:18 PM
Bhanks posted on FB earlier today that he took the test. 
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Lartinos on March 24, 2026, 08:52:22 PM
Bhanks posted on FB earlier today that he took the test.

What test?

To prove he is MENSA?
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Dave D on March 24, 2026, 08:59:11 PM
Bhanks posted on FB earlier today that he took the test.

By Bhanks logic if he is a match and Haney accepts the kidney that makes him an 8 x mr Olympia.

Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Taffin on March 25, 2026, 12:06:56 AM
https://www.fox26houston.com/news/bodybuilding-legend-lee-haney-needs-kidney-transplant

Saw this - also noticed the post was 'liked' by Beau Baisden - maybe he could help line up a juicy Brazilian kidney for Mr O...
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: falco on March 25, 2026, 02:18:37 AM
Saw this - also noticed the post was 'liked' by Beau Baisden - maybe he could help line up a juicy Brazilian kidney for Mr O...

Don't forget Beau Baisden is best friends with Lee Haney.
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: joswift on March 25, 2026, 02:22:35 AM
Has Guy Cisterno weighed in yet?
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Rambone on March 25, 2026, 03:50:58 AM
Has Guy Cisterno weighed in yet?

Too broken up to talk about it. Been crying all week.
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: wes on March 25, 2026, 05:46:30 AM
By Bhanks logic if he is a match and Haney accepts the kidney that makes him an 8 x mr Olympia.
Ironically true in his infantile mind! LOL   ;D

Let`s not forget he can beat Oliva,Arnold,Reeves,Zane,Pearl, etc. etc. etc.   :D
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Humble Narcissist on March 25, 2026, 07:55:42 AM
Bhanks posted on FB earlier today that he took the test.
Lee would turn down a kidney from BHanks.
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Bevo on March 25, 2026, 10:59:29 AM
The minute Dave breaks the news to coach Chris Aceto that our dear Lee Haney needs a Kidney transplant, this while Chris wants to talk about how bigger and ripped Andre Jack (his client) is coming this weekend to Arnold UK .....

As much as Chris probably like and respect Lee Haney he didn't know the sad news, didnt even reacted or wanted to talk about it

Dave tells him how he knows so many great BB dealing with kidney issues and Awkward how Aceto avoids the topic.






WooooSSSHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHh  The Sport

Typical scum bag aceto! Would love to punch him square in the face, a long with clown shoes palumbo
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Donny on March 27, 2026, 04:17:31 AM
Typical scum bag aceto! Would love to punch him square in the face, a long with clown shoes palumbo
what do you expect? he´s a Muslim
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Humble Narcissist on March 27, 2026, 08:13:39 AM
what do you expect? he´s a Muslim
Even worse: a convert.
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Donny on March 27, 2026, 08:18:12 AM
Even worse: a convert.
a truly disgusting human being
no doubt ignored the plight of Lee Haney because Lee is a devout Christian
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Brenda Steunbeer on March 27, 2026, 08:28:34 AM
Typical scum bag aceto! Would love to punch him square in the face, a long with clown shoes palumbo


Well he pimped his wife Laura for many years to make money so what can you expect   ;D
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Rambone on March 27, 2026, 02:59:40 PM
Aceto looks like an old Massachusetts lesbo
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: joswift on March 27, 2026, 03:01:16 PM
Aceto looks like an old Massachusetts lesbo

Or Bev Francis
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Rambone on March 27, 2026, 03:03:52 PM
Or Bev Francis

Aceto better not turn his back to Steve W!
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Moontrane on March 27, 2026, 04:15:16 PM
He needs one kidney?  Does that mean one is already fried?  ???
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: joswift on March 28, 2026, 07:54:31 AM
He needs one kidney?  Does that mean one is already fried?  ???

no it means they are both fried, you only ever get one kidney in a transplant
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Humble Narcissist on March 28, 2026, 08:37:53 AM
no it means they are both fried, you only ever get one kidney in a transplant
My dad was on the list for one but decided just on dialysis instead.
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: Pet shop boys on April 01, 2026, 07:34:07 AM
Typical scum bag aceto! Would love to punch him square in the face, a long with clown shoes palumbo

Aceto told Palumbo to post an 80's picture of him with Lee Haney this past Monday when lee was at his peak because Lee Haney said nice things to Aceto's Bodybuilder kid at the Arnold UK




WoooSSSHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
Title: Re: Lee Haney needs kidney transplant
Post by: oldschoolfan on April 01, 2026, 09:49:48 AM
hey just to chime in here, lee quit competing at what age 32 which is young bye todays standards

and he slimmed down pretty fast i dont remember seeing any pics of him looking jacked since he retired.  i wonder if this is a  combination of genetics and past steroid use, but you would think  the symptoms would have showed up way faster from the bodybuilding life style, of course working in a hostpital when i was younger i used to take people to dialysis i had people in ther 20's and 30's with bad kidneys