Reg Park

Reg Park
professional bodybuilder
Personal info
NicknameReg the Leg
Born7 June 1928
Leeds, England
Died22 November 2007(2007-11-22) (aged 79)
Johannesburg, South Africa
Best statistics
Height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Weight220 lb (100 kg)
Professional (Pro) career
Pro-debut
  • Mr Britain, 4th
  • 1946
Best win
  • Mr Universe
  • 1951, 1958, 1965
PredecessorSteve Reeves
SuccessorPaul Wynter

Roy "Reg" Park (7 June 1928 22 November 2007) was an English bodybuilder, businessman, and actor. His first title was Mr. Britain in 1949. He then won Mr. Universe in 1951, 1958, and 1965. He went on to star in five films. Later in life, he received renewed interest for being the first inspiration (and later a mentor) to Arnold Schwarzenegger.