PRO bodybuilder Cedric McMillan has died age 44.

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The former Arnold Classic champion's death was confirmed by Generation Iron yesterday.

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McMillan was widely reported to have suffered a heart attack while working out on a treadmill.

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His death comes shortly after he opened up about past heart issues and had a near death experience last year.

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Cedric McMillan won his first bodybuilding competition in 2011 at the Orlando Show of Champions.

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Prior to his death, McMillan openly talked about his struggles with his heart, and in November 2021 he discussed his reasoning for not competing in the Arnold Classic.

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