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Rich Piana

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Key facts

Full name Richard Eugene Piana[1]
Born September 26, 1970, Glendale, California[1]
Died August 25, 2017[1]
Occupations Bodybuilder, businessman, YouTuber[1]
Notable title NPC Mr. Teen California (1989)[1]

Rich Piana was an American bodybuilder, businessman, and YouTuber known for his controversial steroid use and his 5% Nutrition brand. He won NPC titles and died in 2017.

Context

Rich Piana, born Richard Eugene Piana in Glendale, California, was an American bodybuilder, businessman, and YouTuber [1]. He won NPC Mr. Teen California in 1989 and NPC Mr. California in 1998 [1]. In 2016, he admitted to using anabolic steroids, sparking controversy [2]. He also appeared in TV series like Scrubs and Ripley's Believe It or Not [2]. Piana died on August 25, 2017 [1].

Documented claims

  • Rich Piana won NPC Mr. Teen California in 1989, NPC Mr. California in 1998, and NPC competitions in 2003 and 2009. [1]
  • He admitted in 2016 to using anabolic steroids, which was controversial. [2]
  • He appeared in commercials and TV series such as Scrubs and Ripley's Believe It or Not. [2]

Questions and answers

When did Rich Piana collapse?

He collapsed two weeks before his death, which occurred on August 25, 2017 [1].

How did Rich Piana get so rich?

He built wealth through his bodybuilding career, business ventures, and social media presence [1].

What was Rich Piana's Max Bench?

The sources do not specify his max bench press.

Sources

  1. Rich Piana - what was his workout routine, life philosophy and why ... — gymbeam.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. Rich Piana — greatestphysiques.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in People