Aditya 'Romeo' Dev (1 November 1988 – 13 September 2012) was an Indian bodybuilder, entertainer and dancer with dwarfism made famous by being reported in the British press in February 2008.[1] Romeo could shoulder press custom made 2 kg dumbbells, a notable feat given his 14 kg (30 lbs.) body weight and 84 cm (2' 9") height.[citation needed] Although it has not been published in a Guinness World Records book, in 2006 they recognized him to be the "world's smallest bodybuilder".[2]
Aditya 'Romeo' Dev | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1 November 1988 |
| Died | 13 September 2012 (aged 23) |
| Other names | Aditya Kumar (Mitthu) |
| Occupation(s) | Body builder, entertainer, dancer |
| Height | 84 cm (2 ft 9 in) |
Romeo had a head of 38 cm (15 in) and a chest of 51 cm (20 in). He maintained his figure by working with his trainer Ranjeet Pal.[3]
In summer of 2008, Dev was diagnosed with aneurysms which, if left untreated, are a serious threat to his life. Aneurysms and Moyamoya are common symptoms of the syndrome MOPD II, which was the cause of Dev's small stature.[citation needed]
He died on 13 September 2012 after a brain aneurysm rupture.[2]
References
edit- ^ "Romeo Dev, the world's smallest bodybuilder - Telegraph". 3 April 2008. Archived from the original on 3 April 2008. Retrieved 28 February 2017.
- ^ a b "World's Smallest Bodybuilder Dies at Age 23". ABC News. 13 September 2012.
- ^ "World's Smallest Bodybuilder, Aditya 'Romeo' Dev of India, Causing Huge Stir". Fox News. 12 February 2008. Archived from the original on 18 September 2009. Retrieved 28 February 2017.