Chad McQueen, ‘Karate Kid’ star and son of Steve McQueen, dead at 63 Due to organ failure

Chad McQueen, who played Dutch in the original “Karate Kid” in 1984 and the son of acting legend Steve McQueen, has died at the age of 63, reports say.

“His remarkable journey as a loving father to us, along with his unwavering commitment to our mother, truly exemplified a life filled with love and dedication,” the post says. “His passion for racing not only highlighted his exceptional talent, but also served as a way to honor his father’s legacy, a testament to the values instilled in him. He passed his passion, knowledge and dedication down to us and we will continue not only his legacy but our grandfather’s as well.”

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'World's most monstrous bodybuilder' dies at 36, days after heart attack. Had 16,500 calories per day, 7 meals

Illia Yefimchyk, a Belarusian bodybuilder known for his imposing physique and massive caloric intake, passed away last week at the age of 36. His death was confirmed on Wednesday by the bodybuilding community through the Instagram account @whoisthebestbb. Reports indicate that Yefimchyk, often referred to as “Golem” or “The Mutant,” suffered a heart attack at his home on 6th September before falling into a coma. His wife, Anna, recounted the harrowing details of the incident, stating that she attempted chest compressions while waiting for emergency services to arrive. Despite briefly showing signs of recovery, Yefimchyk was declared brain dead by doctors. “His heart started beating again for two days, but the doctor gave me the terrible news that his brain had died,” she said. Yefimchyk remained in a coma before succumbing to his condition. Anna expressed her gratitude for the support she received during this difficult time, noting, “It’s heartwarming to realise that I am not left alone in this world.”