Tom Prince made waves as a coach following his career as a bodybuilder.
Tom Prince was battling health complications for years. The bodybuilder has passed away at age 52 with no known cause of death released at this time. It has been stated that Prince was battling cancer but it is unknown if that was the official cause. Prince was forced to retire in 2002 from professional bodybuilding due to kidney issues cause by a genetic blood condition. This came after a successful career on stage beginning in 1997.
During the 1997 NPC National Championships, Prince burst onto the scene as an impressive prospect and earned his Pro Card. He had great potential on stage and was able to show it off against some of the top athletes of all-time. Prince made his IFBB debut in 1999 during the Night of Champions. He then stepped to up a notch with an appearance during the 2000 Arnold Classic.
Tom Prince earned his highest finish during the 2001 Night of Champions, where he earned a bronze medal. His last show came during the Southwest Pro Cup in 2002.
Prior to his IFBB career, Prince became known for his battles against some top competitors. During the 1996 NPC National Championships, he placed second with only Jay Cutler ahead of him. Once he earned his Pro Card, Prince did not win a competition but he was always a threat to the title. Following his career on stage, Prince continued his love for fitness as a coach where he would offer wisdom to the next generation.
Tom Prince’s Competitive career
Competing at the NPC National Championships in 1995, Tom was edged out by Don Long for the top prize.
The same again would happen in 1996, but this time, Tom would find a young Jay Cutler beating him to first place in the heavyweight division at the NPC National Championships.
Finally in 1997, Tom Prince would not only win the heavyweight division, but he would go onto winning the overall title as well and earning his Pro Card.
Competing as a pro from 1999 – 2002, Tom would not have the best success. His best placing would be third at the 2001 Night of the Champions.
His competitive career was cut short in 2002, due to serious kidney problems.
After his bodybuilding career ended, Tom continued training athletes as a personal trainer.
Evolutionofbodybuilding.net sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Tom Prince during this difficult time.
Competition Results
1995
Nationals – NPC, HeavyWeight, 2nd
1996
Nationals – NPC, HeavyWeight, 2nd
USA Championships – NPC, HeavyWeight, 2nd
1997
Nationals – NPC, Overall Winner
Nationals – NPC, HeavyWeight, 1st
USA Championships – NPC, HeavyWeight, 9th
1999
Night of Champions – IFBB, 13th
2000
Arnold Classic – IFBB, 11th
Ironman Pro Invitational – IFBB, 9th
2001
Grand Prix England – IFBB, 8th
Night of Champions – IFBB, 3rd
Olympia – IFBB, 16th
2002
Night of Champions – IFBB, 7th
Southwest Pro Cup – IFBB, 9th
Tom Prince was battling health complications for years. The bodybuilder has passed away at age 52 with no known cause of death released at this time. It has been stated that Prince was battling cancer but it is unknown if that was the official cause. Prince was forced to retire in 2002 from professional bodybuilding due to kidney issues cause by a genetic blood condition. This came after a successful career on stage beginning in 1997.
During the 1997 NPC National Championships, Prince burst onto the scene as an impressive prospect and earned his Pro Card. He had great potential on stage and was able to show it off against some of the top athletes of all-time. Prince made his IFBB debut in 1999 during the Night of Champions. He then stepped to up a notch with an appearance during the 2000 Arnold Classic.
Tom Prince earned his highest finish during the 2001 Night of Champions, where he earned a bronze medal. His last show came during the Southwest Pro Cup in 2002.
Prior to his IFBB career, Prince became known for his battles against some top competitors. During the 1996 NPC National Championships, he placed second with only Jay Cutler ahead of him. Once he earned his Pro Card, Prince did not win a competition but he was always a threat to the title. Following his career on stage, Prince continued his love for fitness as a coach where he would offer wisdom to the next generation.
Tom Prince’s Competitive career
Competing at the NPC National Championships in 1995, Tom was edged out by Don Long for the top prize.
The same again would happen in 1996, but this time, Tom would find a young Jay Cutler beating him to first place in the heavyweight division at the NPC National Championships.
Finally in 1997, Tom Prince would not only win the heavyweight division, but he would go onto winning the overall title as well and earning his Pro Card.
Competing as a pro from 1999 – 2002, Tom would not have the best success. His best placing would be third at the 2001 Night of the Champions.
His competitive career was cut short in 2002, due to serious kidney problems.
After his bodybuilding career ended, Tom continued training athletes as a personal trainer.
Evolutionofbodybuilding.net sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Tom Prince during this difficult time.
Competition Results
1995
Nationals – NPC, HeavyWeight, 2nd
1996
Nationals – NPC, HeavyWeight, 2nd
USA Championships – NPC, HeavyWeight, 2nd
1997
Nationals – NPC, Overall Winner
Nationals – NPC, HeavyWeight, 1st
USA Championships – NPC, HeavyWeight, 9th
1999
Night of Champions – IFBB, 13th
2000
Arnold Classic – IFBB, 11th
Ironman Pro Invitational – IFBB, 9th
2001
Grand Prix England – IFBB, 8th
Night of Champions – IFBB, 3rd
Olympia – IFBB, 16th
2002
Night of Champions – IFBB, 7th
Southwest Pro Cup – IFBB, 9th
