Ben Weider

Ben Weider
OC CQ CD
Ben Weider OC CQ CD
Born	February 1, 1923; Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Died	October 17, 2008 (aged 85); Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Other names	The President
Occupation	President of the IFBB
Known for	Co-creating the IFBB
Height	5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
Relatives	Joe Weider; (brother, deceased); Eric Weider (son)
Website	www.benweider.com

Benjamin Weider, OC CQ CD (1 February 1923 – 17 October 2008) was a Canadian soldier, author, historian (Napoleonic history), fitness proponent, benefactor of the arts, and entrepreneur.^[1] He co-founded the International Federation of BodyBuilders (IFBB) alongside his brother Joe Weider. The Weiders also founded many successful businesses including gyms, nutritional supplements and magazines such as Muscle & Fitness.^[2]

He wrote several books about Napoleon, including best seller The Murder of Napoleon, translated to 45 languages.

^ Jerry D. Morelock (October 20, 2008). "In Memory of Ben Weider, 1923-2008". Armchair General. Archived from the original on July 21, 2021. Retrieved July 21, 2021. Alt URL
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[Armchair-1] Jerry D. Morelock (October 20, 2008). "In Memory of Ben Weider, 1923-2008". Armchair General. Archived from the original on July 21, 2021. Retrieved July 21, 2021. Alt URL

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Ben Weider OC CQ CD

Born	(1923-02-01)February 1, 1923 Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Died	October 17, 2008(2008-10-17) (aged 85) Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Other names	The President
Occupation	President of the IFBB
Known for	Co-creating the IFBB
Height	5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
Relatives	Joe Weider (brother, deceased) Eric Weider (son)
Website	www.benweider.com