Dennis James Pro Bodybuilding Profile

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Name: Dennis Tyron James
Location: Pattaya, Thailand
Born: May 31, 1969
Birthplace: Heidelberg, Germany
Height: 5' 8"
Off-Season Weight: 285 - 295 lbs.
Competition Weight: 255 - 260 lbs.

Competitive Record ///

  • 2002 Grand Prix England - 2nd
  • 2002 Grand Prix Holland - 4th
  • 2002 Mr. Olympia - 10th
  • 2002 Night of Champions XIV - Didn't place
  • 2002 IFBB Arnold Classic - 7th
  • 2001 British Grand Prix - 3rd
  • 2001 Mr. Olympia - 7th
  • 2001 Grand Prix Hungary - IFBB, Winner
  • 2001 Grand Prix Australia - IFBB, 2nd
  • 2001 Arnold Classic - IFBB, 3rd
  • 2000 Pro World Championships - IFBB, 4th
  • 2000 Olympia - IFBB, 11th
  • 2000 Ironman Pro Invitational - IFBB, 7th
  • 2000 Grand Prix Hungary - IFBB, 3rd
  • 2000 Grand Prix England - IFBB, 3rd
  • 2000 Arnold Classic - IFBB, 4th
  • 1999 Night of Champions - IFBB, 15th
  • 1998 USA Championships - NPC, Super-HeavyWeight, 1st
  • 1998 USA Championships - NPC, Overall Winner
  • 1997 Nationals - NPC, HeavyWeight, 4th
  • 1997 Junior Nationals - NPC, Light-HeavyWeight, 6th
  • 1996 Universe - Pro - NABBA, 2nd
  • 1996 Junior USA - NPC, Light-HeavyWeight, 13rd
  • 1995 Universe - NABBA, Medium-Tall, 1st
  • 1994 Universe - NABBA, Medium-Tall, 2nd
  • 1993 Universe - NABBA, Medium-Tall, 4th

Dennis James ///

Bodybuilding is one of the hardest sports to train for and compete in. On average a bodybuilder will stay in the competing circle for about five years. Dennis "The Menace" James has been around for five years already and shows no sign of slowing down. He has earned his way into bodybuilding and one day he will be on top.

Fun Facts ///

  • Marital Status:  Single - but unavailable
  • Favorite Automobile:  Mercedes
  • Favorite Music:  Soul, R&B, Rap and Blues
  • Favorite Binge Food:  Cheesecake & Ice-Cream
  • Favorite Actor:  Samuel L. Jackson
  • Favorite Movie:  "Rush Hour" with Chris Tucker
  • If weren't a bodybuilder today, what would you probably be doing ?:  Playing Major League soccer in Germany.
  • In Five Years time I will be:  On Top
  • Trait you most admire in others:  Honesty
  • Trait you don't admire in others:  Tardiness
  • Trait you most admire in yourself:  I never give up, and I'm honest.
  • Your Worst Trait:  Sometimes I can be too honest, which isn't always taken too well.
  • Best thing about living in Thailand:  It's real laid back, and with all the islands around, you can just take a boat to visit any one of many islands.
  • What do you do to relax:  Stay at home, or take my family to one of the islands.
  • What is your most Prized Possession:  My little girl Anna, and girlfriend Sin. My 2001 European Pro Championship medal for my first pro win.
  • What are your long term goals / ambitions for the future:  To always be involved in Bodybuilding.
  • What is your greatest source of motivation and inspiration:  Watching BB videos, and my training partner - Shane.