Arthur Robin (5 February 1927 – 20 January 2023) was a French professional bodybuilder.[1] He won the 1957 Mr. Universe championship.[2] He was the first Black winner of the competition.[3]
Arthur Robin | |
|---|---|
| Born | 5 February 1927 |
| Died | 20 January 2023 (aged 95) |
| Nationality | French |
| Occupation | Professional bodybuilder |
Biography
Robin was born on 5 February 1927.[4] Robin played himself in the 2016 Austrian-Italian fictional film Mister Universo, in which a circus liontamer goes searching for Robin. The film was shown at the 2016 Vienna International Film Festival.[5] Robin died on 20 January 2023, at the age of 95.[6]