Written by Team MD
29 November 2013

Mike Jenkins Passes Away

2012 Arnold Sports Festival Strongman Winner

mikeIt was announced this morning that Mike Jenkins, winner of the 2012 Arnold Sports Festival Strongman completion passed away at the age of 31.

Mike's wife broke the news herself via Facebook this morning, "It's with a heavy, heavy heart and great sadness that I want to let you all know that my best friend, my husband, my everything, Mike Jenkins/Mike Jenkins, went to heaven this morning. Please keep us all in your prayers. I will update as I know more..."

Facebook was immediately flooded with tributes to Mike, including this one from Dana Linn Bailey, "Words can not express my sadness. This morning we lost an incredible person. Mikey Jenkins you will never be forgotten and will remain in our hearts forever. Today being Thanksgiving, I am so grateful and honored that I had the privilege knowing you! Big Mike, you will forever be missed."

Team MD sends condolences the the many friends and family of Mike. We will continue to monitor this story as updates become available.

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