Bill Pearl (b. Prineville, Oregon, October 31, 1930) was a leading competitive American body-builder during the 1950s and '60s. His first major victory was in the 1953 Mr. Universe contest (in which he beat out a then 23 year old Sean Connery). He actively competed until his retirement in 1971 after winning the Mr. Universe one last time, over Reg Park and Sergio Oliva. He is the author of the popular exercise book, "Getting Stronger". Wikipedia
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