Did you know that Lebanese bodybuilder Samir Bannout made history as the first Arab man to win Mr. Olympia back in 1983?

Samir Bannout made history in 1983 by becoming the first athlete of Middle-Eastern heritage to win the Sandow trophy. He went up against prominent figures in the sport, including eight-time Mr.

Samir Bannout is a former IFBB professional bodybuilder from Lebanon. He won the 1983 Mr. Olympia title by defeating the likes of Mohamed Makkawy, Lee Haney, and Frank Zane. Samir was also the first ...