On February 5, 2022, IFBB pro Tom Prince died while fighting cancer. Prince was competing in the 1990s and early 2000s. The highlight of his career was the 1997 NPC Nationals victory. He also finished third in the 2001 Night of Champions. Unfortunately, he retired in 2002 due to kidney problems, but he remained connected to the sport as a fan and through his many friendships.
Some of those friends posted compliments to pay homage to the prince. Among the first was Bob Chikerillo, who regarded Prince as his best friend and named him the Godfather of his daughter.
“Tom Prince died earlier this morning with his wife Becca aside. Tommy Boy fought a big battle over the years, fighting many health problems, but eventually cancer. Too many. He is a champion and one of my best friends Tom and Becca are our daughters Mirania’s Godfather and Godmother. Tommy and I trained together as IFBB Pro, but life , Our children (Tom is two from a previous marriage), spent a lot of time talking about philosophy. He has always been the great husband of Beck, his father, his uncle, his brother, and his friends. I remember. My brother should rest in peace. “
Isabelle Turelle, host of the Fit Rockstar Show and IFBB Women’s Bodybuilding Pro, is also a friend of Prince, and she shared her thoughts on Facebook.
“I’m really sad to hear the death of IFBB Protom Prince. He was an amazing athlete and a great friend. He’s always loved. I’ll never forget. I missed it forever.”
Some other notable names in the sport have posted their own compliments throughout social media, either in comments or in their own posts.
“Tom was really great for me, he always treated me very well. Condolences.” – Ron Partlow, IFBB Pro
“Congratulations to his family. RIP Tom.” – Milos Salsef, IFBB Pro and Coach
“Sleep peacefully, Tom Prince.” – Shawn Ray inducted into the IFBB Hall of Fame
“It’s heartbreaking to hear this sad news. Tom Prince was always a gentleman every time I met him. He was the first professional to give me good luck behind the scenes at the 2001 Night of Champions. . #RIP Champ. ”Victor Martinez, 2007 Arnold Classic Champion
Prince is survived by his wife, Becca and two children. All of M & F condolences to Prince’s family, friends and fans.
