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Tragic female bodybuilding star Christina Bitner dies just days after her 41st birthday as fans and friends pay tribute
Tragic female bodybuilding star Christina Bitner dies just days after her 41st birthday as fans and friends pay tribute

The Irish Sun

time16-07-2025

  • Entertainment
  • The Irish Sun

Tragic female bodybuilding star Christina Bitner dies just days after her 41st birthday as fans and friends pay tribute

A WELL-KNOW fitness influencer has died just three days after her 41st birthday. Bodybuilder Christina Bitner, who was also a Advertisement 6 Christina Bitner, a bodybuilder, has tragically died at the age of 41 Credit: Jam Press 6 She died just three days after her birthday Credit: Jam Press 6 Christina leaves behind her husband Brent and five step children Credit: Jam Press Her good pal Natalie Prescott confirmed the sad news on Monday, at the request of Christina's husband. She said: 'It's with a heavy heart that I share the passing of my dear friend of over 27 years. 'Her husband Brent asked me to share this heartbreaking news, knowing how many people loved her and how hard it is right now to find the words. 'We may not understand how this fits into God's plan, but what we do know is that the world lost someone truly special. Advertisement read more in sport 'Christina was the kind of friend everyone hopes to have genuine, kind, and full of love for the people around her. She had the biggest heart and the brightest smile. 'Our hearts are completely broken.' Christina - a stepmother to five - made her final post to her followers at the end of June. She shared a touching photo of a huge pink birthday cake decorated with a carousel figure and the message: "Gorgeous baby girl cake! So precious!" Advertisement Most read in Other Sports The local Justice of the Peace's office in Medina County is yet to reveal the influencer's cause of death. The release of this information is restricted by law in Ohio. Bodybuilding star Nikita Tkachuk dead at 35 after pumping body with muscle growth injections he came to bitterly regret Christina's fans were devastated to learn of her passing. One fan said: 'I'm in total disbelief! I love Christina, she will be deeply missed.' Advertisement Kim added: 'I can't wrap my head around this.' Fellow influencer Anahi Rosales said: 'I woke up with my heart in pieces, praying it had all been a bad dream, but reality hit hard.' As well as showing off her cake-making skills, Christina was a member of the International Federation of Bodybuilding (IFBB) professional league. She leaves behind her husband Brent and her five stepchildren. Advertisement Another famous bodybuilder died in May at 35 after pumping himself with "muscle growth" shots, which led to organ failure. Nikita Tkachuk, from Russia, saw his muscles balloon to gross proportions under the chemical boosters - but a strict contract meant he wasn't allowed to stop. The bodybuilder was rushed to intensive care with lung and kidney failure, and was later put into a medically-induced coma after suffering a heart attack. 6 Christina was also a skilled baker Credit: Jam Press Advertisement 6 Her cause of death in Ohio has not yet been revealed Credit: Jam Press 6 Her last Instagram post was of a multi-layer pink birthday cake Credit: Jam Press

Female US bodybuilder dies suddenly days after her 41st birthday as fans reveal 'disbelief'
Female US bodybuilder dies suddenly days after her 41st birthday as fans reveal 'disbelief'

Daily Mail​

time16-07-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Daily Mail​

Female US bodybuilder dies suddenly days after her 41st birthday as fans reveal 'disbelief'

A popular fitness influencer and professional bodybuilder has died just three days after celebrating her 41st birthday. Christina Bitner, who was also known as an avid baker, passed away on Sunday, July 13. At the time of her death, the Ohio-based social media star had amassed more than 95,000 followers on Instagram. Her close friend Natalie Prescott confirmed the devastating news the next day in an emotional tribute. 'It's with a heavy heart that I share the passing of my dear friend of over 27 years,' she wrote. 'Her husband, Brent, asked me to share this heartbreaking news, knowing how many people loved her and how hard it is right now to find the words. 'We may not understand how this fits into God's plan, but what we do know is that the world lost someone truly special. 'Christina was the kind of friend everyone hopes to have genuine, kind, and full of love for the people around her. She had the biggest heart and the brightest smile. 'Our hearts are completely broken.' Bitner, who competed in the International Federation of Bodybuilding (IFBB) professional league, was also a stepmother to five children. Also known for her cake creations, remained active online until shortly before her sudden death. Her final Instagram post, at the end of June, showcased one of her signature bakes, a towering pink cake adorned with a carousel topper, alongside the caption: 'Gorgeous baby girl cake! So precious!' Authorities in Medina County, Ohio, confirmed her death but have yet to release an official cause. Under state law, specific details surrounding deaths, such as names and addresses, are protected and cannot be made public without proper procedure. Tributes have poured in from fans and fellow influencers stunned by her passing. 'I'm in total disbelief! I love Christina, she will be deeply missed,' wrote one devastated follower. Another mourner, Kim, commented: 'I can't wrap my head around this.' Fellow fitness influencer Anahi Rosales added: 'I woke up with my heart in pieces, praying it had all been a bad dream, but reality hit hard.'

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