US EditionLafayette businessman Lloyd 'Red' Lerille dies at 88
- Lloyd 'Red' Lerille, founder of Red Lerille's Health and Racquet Club, passed away on March 14, 2025, at the age of 88, as announced on the health club's Facebook page.
- Lerille was recognized as a pioneer in the fitness industry, being inducted into the inaugural Health & Fitness Association Hall of Fame this week in Las Vegas.
- He had a successful bodybuilding career, winning the Mr. America and Mr. Universe titles in 1960.
- The community is mourning Lerille's passing, with his son stating, 'The outpouring online is a testament to what he's done and built.
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'Red' Lerille, iconic Lafayette businessman & award-winning bodybuilder, dies at 88
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — The Lafayette community is mourning the loss of beloved figure, Lloyd “Red” Lerille, an influential business owner and award-winning bodybuilder. He was 88 years old. He is best known as the owner of Red Lerille’s…
Lafayette businessman Lloyd 'Red' Lerille dies at 88
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) -- A prominent Lafayette business owner has died. Lloyd "Red" Lerille, 88, business owner and award-winning body builder, passed away earlier today due to health complications after being in hospice for a month, sources said. Lerille was best known as the owner of the Lafayette landmark, Red Lerille's Health & Racquet Club. The gym has been serving the community since its opening in 1963. The club moved to its present locat…
Lafayette icon Red Lerille has died
Lafayette icon Red Lerille has died. He was 88. Just this week, it was announced that he had been inducted into the inaugural class of the Health and Fitness Association's Hall of Fame; he was one of six individuals recognized as industry pioneers. According to Red's bio from his health club's website: "At the age of 15, Red was a skinny red haired kid who was inspired by his Uncle Harolds muscles. Reds dream was to be Mr. America and to own a g…
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The internet is a crazy place, and sometimes rumors can take over social media long before the truth comes out. On March 14th, posts had been made that announced Robby Robinson, better known to the bodybuilding world as “The Black Prince” and a star from Pumping Iron, has reportedly passed away at the age of 78. The news of Robinson’s passing was first shared by a long time training partner and well-known television personality Rick Valente on h…
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