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Bodybuilding Icon Lee Haney Seeks Living Kidney Donor

The eight-time Mr. Olympia is turning to fans following confirmation that his kidney is failing.

Overview

  • Lee Haney, 66, asked the public for a living kidney donor on Tuesday in a social media post shared with his son.
  • He told fans he is alive, well, and fully functional as he addressed rumors that he was critically ill.
  • The family directed potential donors to a QR code and the hotline 855-366-7989, with eligibility set at ages 18 to 65.
  • Haney said doctors warned him 26 years ago he would likely need a transplant, which he believes he delayed through faith, nutrition, and exercise.
  • The retired champion, who shares the Mr. Olympia record with eight titles, said his wife of 43 years and seven grandchildren would be forever grateful to a donor.