Insta-famous powerlifter Stefanie Cohen arrested for domestic violence
Renowned powerlifter and influencer Stefanie Cohen Magarici—better known as Dr. Stefi Cohen—was arrested on Wednesday in Miami on suspicion of domestic violence battery. The incident adds to a growing series of legal issues that have drawn sharp public attention.
Cohen, a celebrated figure in the fitness world with over a million
followers, initially rose to prominence for her groundbreaking lifting feats and her credentials as a doctor of physical therapy. In 2023, she faced charges related to allegedly leaking nude photographs of her ex-boyfriend's new partner. Authorities are currently gathering more information, and it remains unclear whether Cohen has retained legal representation or responded on social media.
Details surrounding the most recent arrest are still emerging .
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According to TMZ, law enforcement officials arrested Cohen this Wednesday on a domestic violence battery charge. The site reports that this development comes shortly after her earlier legal entanglement, where she was accused of disseminating nude photographs of an ex's new girlfriend—a case reportedly involving a November 2023 affidavit from CBS News.
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Cohen's notoriety transcends social media: she's a decorated champion powerlifter and a respected figure in strength training. On Instagram, she promotes evidence-based fitness and shares athletic achievements, including her status as the first woman to deadlift more than 4.5 times her body weight. Her public persona as 'Dr. Stefi Cohen' underscores her academic and professional credentials, spanning physical therapy and exercise physiology.
Despite her high-profile presence—boasting over one million followers—Cohen has not yet issued a statement regarding the domestic violence charge. TMZ states that outreach efforts to both law enforcement and Cohen herself for further comment have not yet been successful. It remains unclear whether bonds have been posted, court dates set, or additional accusations involved.
Stefi Cohen's arrest on domestic violence battery allegations marks another troubling episode in a string of legal and personal controversies that eclipse her athletic acclaim. From a celebrated powerlifting icon with doctoral-level expertise in physical therapy to a figure now under criminal scrutiny, the shift has been dramatic. While the fitness world watches for her response and the legal ramifications ahead, key questions remain unanswered: What prompted her latest arrest? Will she address the charges publicly? As the case moves forward, any formal announcements, court schedules, and official statements will play a central role in shaping both Cohen's reputation and her future—inside and outside the gym.
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