Jesse Norris
Jesse Norris, a trailblazing American football quarterback, shattered barriers as the first African-American to start an NFL game, leaving an indelible mark on the sport's history.
Bodybuilder
August 12, 1993
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Jesse Norris, an American powerlifter and bodybuilder, continues to hold multiple world records in the 198lb weight class, including a 766lb squat, 441lb bench press, and 821lb deadlift. He has achieved a lift 10 times his own bodyweight and has worked as a customer service representative for Bodybuilder.com. Norris started powerlifting at the age of 14 and has gained over 100,000 followers on his Instagram account.
In 2023, Norris made headlines once again by breaking his own world record in the 198lb weight class with an astonishing 832lb deadlift. This remarkable feat further solidified his position as one of the strongest pound-for-pound lifters in the world.
Norris’s dedication to his craft and his unwavering pursuit of excellence have made him an inspiration to aspiring athletes and fitness enthusiasts worldwide. His impressive achievements and positive influence on the sport have cemented his legacy as a true legend in the world of powerlifting.