Bodybuilder Dwayne Quamina, known as King Q, died on Sunday, August 16, at age 40, just weeks after sharing a social media post urging followers to seize the day. The cause of death has not yet been determined, and investigations are ongoing.
Tributes and Investigation
Quamina's death was confirmed on Thursday, August 20, prompting tributes from fans and fellow bodybuilders who looked to him for inspiration. One user said his death left an "unimaginable void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him." Co-star Lenda Murray wrote: "My thoughts and prayers are for the family. Sincere condolences."
Final Social Media Posts
Last month, Quamina posted a heartbreaking message on social media, including a photo of himself. The caption read: "Stop taking life for granted − go all the way and have zero regrets when it’s all over!" Only days before his death, he competed in the Atlanta Pro bodybuilding tournament, finishing in sixth place. He wrote on his profile: "If it was easy, everybody would do it. The best quality you can have is the ability to pick yourself up and go again no matter how many times it take. Watch what comes next!"
Career and Legacy
Quamina, a former US Navy member who served for ten years, had built a large following on Instagram, boasting 114,000 followers at the time of his death. In 2018, he placed tenth at the Mr Olympia competition. He is survived by his wife, Leah, and two children.
