Birthdate: November 7, 1955
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Beirut, Lebanon
Samir Bannout, known as “The Lion of Lebanon,” is a former professional bodybuilder and commentator. In 1983, he made history as the first Middle Eastern bodybuilder to win the Mr. Olympia title. Bannout is celebrated as one of the iconic champions from the golden era of bodybuilding, emphasizing shape and balance in his physique. His aesthetic form, particularly his leg and back development, and the introduction of the “Lebanon cedar” back pose have left a lasting legacy. Inducted into the IFBB Hall of Fame in 2002, Bannout now serves as a commentator in the sport.
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