Robby Robinson Tells All On Experiencing Racism In Pro Bodybuilding

[@kingbull9414]

This man is so misunderstood and underappreciated !! A real legend in my book!!! He's up there with Arnold, Sergio and all the greats!! He helped paved the way for black Bodybuildersm and that's fact!! Robbie is a great equal rights activist in his own rights!!

[@workingoutguy]

I do not buy that Robby helped "paved the way for black bodybuilders". Robby helped paved the way for ALL bodybuilders. I knew him casually ( I ran a gym he trained at). He was nice man but very introverted. He also had two wives ( illegal). That may have been another reason why he wasn't on the covers as much? Bottom line: The Weiders were all about making $$ and promoting bodybuilding. If Robby helped make them more $$ by being on the cover, he would have been on many more covers.

[@oak6845]

I was weight lifting as a teenager in the early 70s and had never seen a bodybuilder or any muscle magazine, I was 5'10" and 130 lbs. born with genetics with long muscle bellies and was gifted with amazing strength. Then one day my dad handed me a copy of Muscle/Builder & Power, I open it randomly and the first real bodybuilder my eyes ever saw in my life was Mr. Robby Robinson in 1975, I couldn't believe what I was seeing and didn't think Robby was real I was dumb founded. Well Robby inspired and sent me off on the right track and four years latter when I graduated high school I was still 5'10' but now 225lbs. and held all the powerlifting state records with a 450lbs. bench press in 1979, still following Robby's bodybuilding training methods till this day and at 60-years old with a 30-inch. waist and 20-inch arms I have only one great bodybuilder that's my hero the great Mr. Robby Robinson. Thank you Robby for being who you are, love you my brother!

[@williamdillard5060]

Great story Sir. I too got into bodybuilding in the late 70s early 80s. Robby was my idol back then. I had to have hip surgery in 14 and gained 60 pounds. It's hard to lose weight at this age. I want to get back in some kinda shape. Any advice???

[@paulvalentine3292]

Great story OAK. Wonderful that you had him there (apart from your Dad) that gave you an example of Excellence. It is a beautiful thing to work to your strengths (many people don't). You did. Amazing lifting records. Cheers from Sydney, Australia -Popeye Pirate Paul-

[@tjclark5900]

👍🏿💪🏿

[@breaks3085]

Sound like we have similiar genetics, my physique is identical to Billy Blanks in young Days.

[@toyoumygirll]

What was your routine back then? The 10*10 every single day like he did?

[@workingoutguy]

I trained at World Gym. I was a gym manager in Marina Del Rey too, and Robbie and Tony Pearson trained together there. Robby was a different cat. He was very introverted. Rarely spoke, He was married and had another wife at the same time. He lived in Europe for a time. I was told Robby wasn't on too many covers of the Muscles Mags, because at that time, sales went down when a black man was on the cover. Robby had a great body. But, he did not have a charismatic personality ( to be fair, most bodybuilders didn't). I was told in Vietnam, he got stabbed by the enemy ( he pretended to be dead). He did not make a sound ( otherwise, they would have killed him). That takes tremendous mental strength. The Weiders were the only game in town. Cross them, and you got banned. Robby wasn't the only one. Kal Szkalak ( white) was banned too. Kal sued the Weiders and won a big payday. The Weiders made millions. They loved bodybuilding and did help bodybuilders. However, you had to be a business man, and athlete AND street smart to deal with them. That's why Arnold was so successful. Today, Robby is loved, respected, and adored. He is one of the few remaining bodybuilder from the Golden Era who still trains. And it is his time to get the recognition he deserves.

[@KingKong-kw2hb]

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[@capoislamort100]

You sure you got the right Robby Robinson, because as far as I know, this Robby never went to Vietnam. You’re probably talking about the “white” Robby Robinson….

[@PrinceCobraJFS]

If my memory serves me right, the magazines made up that story about him going to Vietnam. While he was in the army, I believe he was medically discharged, thus seeing no combat time

[@BODYBYSTRUGGLE]

And no matter what he was black balled because he was black. Period!!!! We always enter into an arena and dominate and then we are black balled. That’s fact!!!

[@logicalmalethink4925]

You want us to believe this guy didn’t have a personality?

[@manrex5238]

I do believe he overcame all that human misery I do believe every word he said here you have an honest man you can tell ,lot of respect for you Robby God bless.

[@Taj_Fitness]

He’s one of the reasons why I got into bodybuilding. I pray I get to meet him one day but if I don’t Thank you Mr. Robinson for inspiring generations. Much Love and Respect.

[@originalxjack]

Joe Weider used Robby to create that famous bust with Joe's head on so many stories read Robby's Black Prince of Bodybuilding book he has overcome so much and still such a humble down to earth man so much respect for him

[@arpegio88]

I have a vintage bomber style jacket with that famous statue bust of Joe Weider embroidered on the back of it and I get alot of compliments on when wearing it places. When people ask me "who is Joe Weider?", I briefly explain to them that he's pretty much the Godfather of modern fitness and bodybuilding, however I'm always sure to tell everyone that the body is not his and explain to them that it's a bust mold of Robby Robinson. I typically always show them old pictures of Robby and their usually amazed! Then, I show them current pics of Robby and their even more amazed! I said all that to say, if no-one else will give Robby his credit, I will. He deserves it after the many upon many years he's put into his craft of bodybuilding! He's also a very genuine human being.

[@greatscottdrums]

@@arpegio88 I never knew that about that bust! Same old song.🤦

[@phlipperbrooks129]

I had always read that. Makes sense to me. The man shouldn't have to create a go fund me for med procedures today. He deserves better. And it says so much about the man that he really doesn't come off bitter. Just stating facts.

[@arpegio88]

@@greatscottdrums Definitely, it's just a shame that Weider didn't view Robby worthy enough for a contract because of the color of his skin but still wanted his body to place his head upon for a bust statue while making money and selling products all over the world with Robbie's body; sickening!

[@adamhall7283]

Having read Robby's book and also having followed bodybuilding closely during Robby's competitive era, I am heartened to read these wonderful comments about a man who, in my opinion, is a true gift to humanity. Joe Weider was one of the World's most ardent self-promoters. When Joe deceitfully and manipulatively used Robby's bust as his own, was he not essentially admitting that Robby had the best physique? Yes, I realize there were many great physiques of the golden era, but in my humble opinion, Robby's physique was as good as any contemporary physique, if not better. Plus, the way he has maintained his conditioning into his 70's is truly amazing!

[@tydavis3407]

Robbie has always presented an amazing physique and it’s fucked up that such a great talent was so disrespected by someone who many of us grew up thinking was a good person. Thanks for being so honest Robbie.

[@md4111]

always knew the wieders were POS

[@markanderson5973]

Yep, Robby Robinson a true bodybuilder and a Master Olympia. I saw you brother in your prime at Gold's Gym in Santa Monica, 1978. Bill Grant and the giant slayer Danny Padilla were there. I was about 18 years old, good to see you still enjoying life, giving great tips on taking care of one's body and speaking truth on all the rest. I've viewed several of your videos. Stay strong and healthy brother, God Bless.

[@Cookefan59]

He’s not a Prince, he is a true King and a God of Bodybuilding. God bless Robby Robinson. Thank you 🙏🏽 for all your struggles and sacrifices all these years. Keep speaking the truth and being you sir! Love you brother! 👊🏽

[@BeastmodeJones316]

that voice..should have been a narrator or something on the side

[@Pharoe29]

Morgan Freeman ain’t got shit on the Black Prince

[@tlaw53montecarloss]

You ain't lying man

[@kurtvonfricken6829]

Pharoe.cccxiii James Earl Jones either!!!

[@kingbull9414]

facts

[@barrykitchen8200]

@@Pharoe29 bro I was about to say the same thing

[@lionelbunker2755]

Robbie should be doing voice overs man. He needs an agent that can get him doing commercials, video games, cartoons/animation, and documentaries.

[@paulvalentine3292]

Yeah, I agree ... he has the best sounding very unique voice I've heard and almost nobody has heard. Would be terrific to have him give VIP guest commentary at the Mr Olympia .. wouldn't that be great? Great work to GI for doing this interview

[@rickspriggs2176]

Or he can live in peace the way he is and be happy

[@deputysheriff5994]

I do at this stage respect and admire Mr Robby Robinson more than any other bodybuilder of that era!The guy looks phenomenal to date !Mr Alber Beckles RIP is another gentleman who has my absolute respect and admiration!

[@Kevingdavy]

He’s a good man, and generous and brave in sharing his true story. Thanks for sharing Robby 🙏🏿

[@originalxjack]

Robby is a LEGEND in a league of his own 74 looking like that better than most half his age!

[@josefharasek3502]

looking better than most 1/10 his age.

[@vinniedeluca2188]

Nah he definitely looks 74

[@R_00N]

Robby is a good guy. Glad he didn't let obstacles in front of him stop him from success.

[@tonyc9902]

Damn this is sad. I always watched Pumping Iron and wondered why no one acknowledged the near perfect physique of the black guy in the background. I later found out that guy was Robbie Robinson.

[@elroyjetson6380]

Same here!!

[@gkieninger6567]

Robbie!! This guy is a great BodyBuilder!!! In his 70s and still better many many ppl!!

[@blacklion3509]

Its amazing he´s alive most people with his diagnosis dont make it past 40- 50 years most of the time. May the most high keep blessing him.

[@jezuaccc]

Robbie is an example from back in the day but it seems like he fought against the negatives and wasn’t truly respected as well he should be

[@jezuaccc]

iNSANEWORLD I agree because when I was fat every one had bad shit to say tome now I’ve been hitting the gym for 2years they wanna work out with me cmon man wtf?

[@jezuaccc]

iNSANEWORLD Exactly my own family hating because I’m bodybuilding bruh I went from 265 to 220 everyone has questions and I’m not even a bodybuilder I’m 47years old and people are doin this to me I luv this sport though 💪🏾

[@jezuaccc]

iNSANEWORLD Hey I like it when some people ask me what are you working out for or why do you have to go to the gym ? Lol

[@jeancey1]

He’s still here because like he stated he didn’t want to get bigger because he would’ve had to use more juice and since he didn’t abuse it this is why he is still with us. 💪🏽

[@terryalves963]

1977...1978 and 1979 when Frank Zane won those three Olympia titles The black Prince Robbie Robertson should have been the winner. Hell Yea ....I had to get that off my mind.

[@777beybeystar]

#Facts

[@yarmus718]

Respect for admitting that!

[@Jedi_MasterGX]

Terry Alves He definitely should have won in 1978...

[@peterodriguez5636]

Yes sir Frank Zane could not beat Robbie not at those years, Robbie was what no one had seen as a ( Ronnie Coleman ). Weider want the white guys Mile Menzer & look what Joe did to him

[@zoltanivanyos2896]

@@777beybeystar Bullshit! Just his subjective opinion, no more!

[@vincentdebeaufort3924]

finaly the truth got out : Weider was a rascist and a robber ....Robby 's physique was so ahead that it' couldn't be hide .. respect man

[@qman313]

Wow had know idea! Its funny because not to long ago I watched the movie about Joe weider called bigger. And i would have never thought that, him being jewish and the hurdles he faced in the business.

[@wakeupandsmellthelies7728]

Which is messed up Weider being Jewish was discriminated against in his early years

[@WZ912]

@@wakeupandsmellthelies7728 Plus Arnold was a Nazi lover

[@pablolsanchez4021]

For real! If you haven’t read his book yet, please do!

[@annefurlon2484]

bullshit just think of sergio and lee haney

[@latman1]

Wow! What a different perspective of Joe Weider than Leroy Colbert said in his video before he passed. Robby is still cool at over 70!

[@leroygenovacolbert2651]

I held back alot cause I was scared. RIP to me

[@AHAYAH88]

Robby is speaking the truth about that dirty racist, who banned Serge Nubret for life, for starring in a movie along side a white woman in France. These are facts!!!!

[@latman1]

@@AHAYAH88 Yes and no. First of all it was Ben Weider, not Joe Weider who banned him. Ben Weider claimed that Serge acted in a pornographic movie. What is a pornographic movie? It turned out Serge had acted in a movie that had an explicit sex scene in it. So Ben later on rescinded his ban and Serge became the IFBB European top dog for many years.

[@111Benzie]

This is because Leroy was a man and an overcomer--Robby is a whiner and playing a victim in a sport that made him famous and a whole lot of$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$.

[@billgreen6263]

@@111Benzie Yup blaming racism for his bad decisions in life.

[@MassGainingGuy]

Robbie is letting it all out in this interview!

[@khalifahmuhammad1574]

Good for him✊🏿!

[@torinowens6103]

The Truth shall set You Free!!! 1love

[@ricolove9273]

I don't care what nobody say he's a super legend I mean 70-something years old close to his 80s and got a body of a 30 year old and whatever he was taking he knew what he was doing and he wasn't abusing it he got a head full of freaking hair wow I hope and pray that I have those genetics as I get older

[@MinatoLord4th]

Ordered a autographed picture from him. He’s a legend with one of the best Physiques and personalities of all time.

[@ateamoffroad1179]

Robby Robinson is an absolute legend. So much knowledge in bodybuilding. Sucks you had to to go through all that. We all love you Robby and you are definitely the man who paved the way. You are definitely my number one bodybuilder I would love to meet and workout with.

[@aaronhendry7065]

Unfortunately, bodybuilding as a whole, has always been political. But, because of this, I don't think that Robbie Robinson is lying @ the racism. I can see how the political and the racism could go hand in hand 💯💯. Good interview 👍

[@peterodriguez5636]

Because Dan Weider they have Chris Dickenson 1 Olympia ( I guess Dan did not want to come out of the closet or chris

[@TubeTopics]

So damn sad. The reason I searched for this was when I saw how Robbie was treated in Pumping Iron. I could see that he was hiding his pain. A real gentleman who faced adversity due to the colour of his skin.

[@lrm215]

And we also know the story that Joe Weider wouldn’t put Sergio Oliva or any black bodybuilder on the magazine covers for YEARS!!!!

[@WZ912]

THAT'S RIGHT! Haney was during his 8 TIME 8 YEAR MrOlympia Reign was rarely on the cover of weider mags I saw him once on Muscle & Fitness and once on FLEX THAT'S. IT! WTF?????

[@dwightredwood4586]

Man..Sergio was my hero when I started bodybuilding. I loved his physique. Size,symmetry and muscularity!

[@spec24]

@@WZ912 really? So Weider allowed him to win Mr O EIGHT times but didn't want him on the covers? Give me an f'ing break! So here's how it works: when you're black in America you can blame every bad thing that happens to you on "racism." Robby's been selling racism for years.

[@computerfastrepair]

But Sergio was latino

[@Cheifsergio]

@@spec24 yeah because Haney so much better than his competitors that it would’ve been an obvious thing if he didn’t win and joe didn’t completely control the winner but he did control the magazines

[@samuelbenitez4687]

i believe him, he has no reason to lie, he is one of the greatest body builders ever

[@flxnhrd]

Robby was my inspiration in the mid 70s when I discovered bodybuilding as a 16-17 year old kid. I got to meet him and shake his hand at a show in Scranton, PA where he was guest posing I will never forget that handshake...his hand was one big callous. Thank you "Robby" for being one of the pioneers in the sport to pave the way for the brothers that followed you to not only succeed but to also thrive in this endeavor. i still have the training manuals you signed for me at that show......arms, chest, and legs. Where can I purchase an autographed copy of your book?

[@karate357]

Thank you Mr. Robbie Robinson for telling the truth, and revealing the “ reality” we lived through. You are telling the truth about the Weiders that a lot of folk never knew about or were afraid to talk about publicly. Many of the changes that Joe Weider made was only because he “had to” in order to make more money, and grow the sport for his own personal gain (research Weider’s attacks on Mr. Serge Nubret’s Bodybuilding Organization).

[@boboliveira3722]

I am truly heartbroken to hear what you went through Robby. YOU ARE A TRUE LEGEND....love you my man !! 🤜🤛

[@PMAN41]

As far as The Weider Bros. is concerned, back during the 80's even the 90's, Joe Weider was reluctant to put a Black Bodybuilder on Muscle & Fitness for YEARS. Lee Haney was 8 times Mr. Olympia and M&F would feature runner ups like Rich Gaspari and Gary Strydom multiple times a year, if they could not exploit more of Arnold S. or Lou Ferrigno. Only Muscular Development and IronMan Magazine would feature Black Bodybuilders on their cover.

[@utopianseeker5493]

Check out the covers of Muscle Builder/Power Jan. 1962, June 1972, Oct. 1978 and Sept. 1979 to name a few!

[@matt7iron]

I think they put Sergio on the cover a lot, but Arnold was a nasty mo fo

[@n-kphotographyandstudio8774]

Yes... Peary Rader was a visionary in more ways than one...

[@KevinLTabb]

My brotha... I love you. And you are right. Keep pushin man you’re a great example of suffering, but “you’re still here”!! Robby Robinson. The Black Prince... the greatest of all time.

[@111Benzie]

Yeah he really suffered --became rich and famous yet is still playing the victim--man up! Playing the victim will get you tons of mileage in this day and age--

[@KevinLTabb]

My brotha money and fame has nothing to do with being treated unfairly because of your skin color. Apparently that has never happened to you. He never used that as a crutch, because racism cannot stop progress. You’re not listening. Smdh

[@jasonjaeger4860]

He looks better than Arnold today. He never quit. Looks phenomenal even today. Legend!!!

[@christianbolt5761]

Some of it may have been personal too. There have been complaints about Weider and Wayne Dimillia among others in the IFBB for decades. If you didn’t bow to them, things didn’t turn out well

[@originalxjack]

Very true!

[@ysg3599]

Even Wayne Dimillia came out on Valuetainment and shed a lot of light on how the weiders operated and why he left the IFBB. May Joe and Ben rest in peace, but they screwed a good number of great bodybuilders. See Serge nubret, see Samir banout, see Vince taylor, just to name a few. Joe weider mentored Arnold, molded him. Why didn't he do that with Bertil Fox or Paul Dillet?Robby is a LEGEND. RESPECT man!

[@111Benzie]

It was the same for whites too--if you weren't pre-ordained by the Weiders to win--you didn't.

[@michaelbjerre4871]

Huge respect to Robbie for speaking out - one of the best physiques ever! And I'm white - but still get inspired and learn every time I watch him training on KZbin - thanks Black Prince for hanging in there!

[@fredandjaytv]

We need a prt 2 to this interview..robbie is kicking knowledge on a whole new level. Thnks for speaking out.

[@111Benzie]

Why? To hear him whine about being a "victim" in a sport where he became famous and earned a ton of money?

[@mr.virgil4667]

@@111BenzieEvery thing is not about money and fame.

[@jeyjones2887]

Dope Interview,, good to hear Robby get to speak his mind publicly....He’s inspired so so many 👍🏾💪🏾⭐️🔥

[@lindsrt1]

Robby is what bodybuilding is all about he is the definition of Bodybuilding he is still bodybuilding it's his life and a real man that never made excuses even though what he went through with racism 👊💪🙏

[@berniecohens6409]

I lift weights today because of Robbie Robinson and now I am a beast. Thanks Rob, much love.

[@isiahgreen8405]

I say it all the time. Surge Nubret, Robby Robinson, and Bertil Foxx we're all hated on.

[@elroyjetson6380]

Put Craig Munson on that list

[@MassGainingGuy]

When Robbie speaks, I listen!

[@joefreeman09]

Champ you been and still a motivational bodybuilder to so many people around the world. At 18:55 you mentioned that you have served in the military, salute from a US Army soldier and much respect for being credible about your experience in bodybuilding and the way you were treated.

[@trevorthompsonjr.7820]

I FELT EVERYTHING YOU SAID ROBBY! I AM HAPPY YOU CAME OUT AND SHARED YOUR EXPERIENCE. YOU ARE A WINNER ROBBY ROBINSON, AND TO ME A LEGEND. YOU GOT ME STARTED 35 YEARS AGO WHEN I SAY PUMPING IRON. YOU ARE BIGGER THAN JOE WEIDER, AND HAVE SET THE ROOTS TO GREAT BLACK BODYBUILDERS WHO SAW YOU IN MAGAZINES AND THEN GAVE THEM HOPE. HOLD TIGHT! YOU ARE HEARD.

[@thecookiechannel7083]

Robby has always stayed true. Thanks for all the inspiration from the 1970s thru right now, Robby!

[@vernonjenkins8]

Power to this man to finally speak a out this. Respect.

[@tomk3620]

GOAT! He is the most respectable of all the greats! Sounds like one of the smartest and till this day, he still has that body! I can't think of anyone else even close to him on any level! Tell it like it is KING ROBINSON! Great interview! Thanks for your HONESTY brother!

[@Torq50]

Yes!!! Finally we get his Story!! He was right there during the Golden Era! Now We Finally get his story! This is Breath Freshing. Thanks for this one 4real!

[@nelly6047]

Powerful and Honest commentary.

[@MassGainingGuy]

Definitely!

[@larryjohnson2306]

It's great to hear Robby Robinson's first hand testimony of Joe Weider's explicit racism towards him. Enough said. And Joe Weider who was Jewish, was offended when he first interviewed Dorian Yates and saw his tattoo that was said to be racist or anti-semetic.

[@hotwheelsjabronie2314]

Man I’m glad he’s speaking out although this isn’t surprising this let’s you know the most high ain’t going to let the righteous fall he may not have the success that arnold has but look at Arnold now compared to Robbie . Much love to Robbie send him his flowers while he’s here

[@lilflexlewis5802]

RESPECT FOR HIM

[@tlhudsonart]

Robby is not giving his "opinions" about his experiences with racism. He's telling the facts. Nothing alleged. No hearsay. Just the facts.

[@james-im1sj]

A legend

[@chrisv.noire.6388]

This is the most important interview I've watched on this platform. Thanks Robbie for not taking this truth to the grave with you.

[@bradbeining6446]

Robby your stories ring true. You overcame so much and love to hear these truth bombs you're dropping. Keep up the good work.

[@victorthomasbundeh6749]

ROBBY YOU ARE A TRUE LEGEND BLACK IS BEAUTIFUL .A REVOLUTION IS COMMING WE ARE CHANGING THE GAME . WATCHING

[@howardperlman3631]

I knew robby at the movie pumping iron in greenwich village nyc , he was guest posing with ed corney rip , also he trained at my gym in brooklyn - bath beach bodybuilding - ave u off west 9th street , trained all the time for night of champions

[@cellulersweller6562]

I lost a lot of respect for the weiders, shameful, i thought weider loved bb, but everthing is about the bottom line. I wish robby didn't have to go through that shit.

[@rvflex1934]

Robby all the respect to you sir.

[@damianthompson41]

Hell.. I’m not surprised at all, if you’re black you know that it’s racism everyday in your life & in everything you do. Stay strong my brother & keep on pushing ✊🏾✊🏾🙏🏾

[@robertsaladino]

everyone gets shitted on in life. If your black it's racism , if your white it's someone is an asshole to you, Just call it bad behavior.

[@StylinProfilin3889]

It’s their crutch for constantly failing and they love to have a excuse, “I didn’t get the job because I’m black” “I got pulled over by the cops because I’m black” “they didn’t put me on covers because I’m black” “ I didn’t win because I’m black”

[@areguapiri]

@@robertsaladino Your problems could never in a million years compare to the worldwide, evil racism inflicted on black people.

[@ChromaBlue13]

@@StylinProfilin3889Right…. I lost the election so it’s rigged. I get indicted so its a witch hunt. CRT is bad because of white grievance. Sound familiar dummy? You people are all the same.

[@LeonardSkinnard]

@@StylinProfilin3889listening is not your strong suit I see. He quoted Mr. Weider *verbatim* and you’re veering off the track. You’re the one making up excuses!

[@LEtang76]

I've read The Black Prince and had the honour to train with Robby. Truely a genuine hearted bodybuilder.

[@Prime489time]

I believe it, there was racism in every other sport, I’m sure it was happening in bodybuilding too.

[@enfocusmediagroupemg251]

I agree with you Dion, won't have been surprised that racism was a issue during Robby's career in the 60s and 70s. Sergio and Serge Nubret have shared similar stories. Racism has been a polarizing issue in almost every facet of life and the realm of sports is not excluded. European soccer has and still does have a huge issue with racism, and we've seen issues with racism in the NFL, NHL and other leagues just in the last few years alone. That being said, Robby is a legend and I've been enjoying seeing a lot of the content of him training being shared as of late. Especially the Robby Robinson Big Arms workout. He drops some great gems. Kudos to V for this interview.

[@tlaw53montecarloss]

@Anton Hallergren you clearly must be under 19 years old

[@Jay-sy5yf]

@Anton Hallergren yes the players are mostly black but who owns the leagues and who owns the teams and who are the coaches and who runs the endorsement deals?

[@markettradinggenius]

@Anton Hallergren Dude, you're on some kind of drug that is causing you to having greater dillusion...lol...He started bodybuilding almost 40 years ago, so of course there was greater racism back then. Back then blacks were NOT dominating, overwhelmingly, any sport. Blacks starting dominating sports when white people saw how much money they could make from the talents of blacks. ....lol...lol....Now the next evolution is for blacks to start owning more professional teams, hiring more black coaches and taking political leadership in professional sports teams. That is the next step for blacks, as that is going to much more natural, like walking up a flight of stairs....haha...

[@playad6332]

@Anton Hallergren yeah Blacks dominated every sport but they don't run the sport, they're not C.E .Os or GM's of these companies, so that's racist right there, you got plenty of blacks on the plantation but how many is the master, I'll wait.☀Florida

[@paulvalentine3292]

Great interview Vlad. This guy was a trail blazer... like Vincent De Beaufort (in the comments below) said - " he ... was so ahead ... of his time". His physique was and still is a 'classic' and I love that he spoke out (like Shawn Ray) of the injustice in the sport and in life. Any injustice is a threat to Justice everywhere. You are a true and Genuine Leader Robbie. You're not the "Black" Prince ...in my books you're the "Prince of Truth" Thank you for standing up to injustice and standing your ground. You the man ... a living Legend ... a living Hero. Keep up interviews of great GENUINE bodybuilders like Robbie Robinson. Cheers & AHoy Popeye Pirate Paul ... from Downunder

[@Trendle222]

in the beginning Robby is so humble, super likeable guy! would love to have a workout with him, what a legend

[@jed3443]

I think Sergio went through the same thing

[@mr.404atl2]

He dropping some knowledge I’am from the south also and I know exactly what he’s talking about.

[@devinrivers5808]

Same here brother ✊🏾

[@breaks3085]

What is it like in the South ?

[@three3thou]

I always knew even as a kid that there was something of the night about the Weiders...

[@Awakendabeast13]

Robby Robinson you look great i have always been a fan of bodybuilding since i was a kid. You are a legend and it is sad to hear your mistreatment. It is great how you handled yourself and prevailed. Im gonna buy both of your books !!!!!

[@beamish264burg]

I never really thought about racism in BB but this has to be one of the best interviews that I have listened too by one of the greats !

[@bbarnett3469]

Wow, one of the best interviews of this Channel...but it was hard to watch & listen, too easy to believe as those were the realities of the times. Just imagine hearing that from a (famous-public idol) guy like Joe Weider...simply soul-crushing brother. Gotta appreciate the strong mindset of Mr. Robinson, to get that kind of news, then still go out and look & act like a champion/success at that very endeavor/profession. We would have never known.... Bravo Mr. Robinson, Bravo! Living well is (still) the best revenge...and "looking-good" doing it is just a bonus!! That's what makes Legends out of mere (humble) mortals.

[@joesephelaiza2789]

What a great personality, Mr. Robinson possesses. God bless you. Is. Keep spreading these stories and expose Arnold, the Weaders, and all the others. You will be documented in the history of bodybuilding and USA

[@seanwheat6114]

Man, that was a good interview!! A true southerner that gives two f..ks about what people think and tells it as it is. Weider was talking salty about the Rock as well. Totally believe him!!! I'm glad he came out about Weider being a bigot!!

[@kevinculpepper1310]

I do recall ordering bodybuilding magazines back in the early 80’s. Every issue was categorized by the bodybuilder’s name. And the black bodybuilders were classified “black bodybuilders” and not by name. I’m truly glad to see Robbie over come and showed the the world one of the greatest physiques on the planet. And absolute best double bicep shot ever. Much respect to you.

[@tonyjones1560]

I saved a copy of a Seventies bodybuilding magazine with a story about this icon. From 1979 to 2020 and Robby has barely changed...grey hair...a bit smaller...and still great!

[@kennethwilliams5733]

Wow, this interview is a real eye opener. I appreciate Robby's honesty.

[@muhidintahir3194]

Robby Robinson went thru alot in that time and it was difficult even telling his wife why are you with that black man just to break him up. Robby stood up and that is motivating me in my life.

[@richjoseytrucking1063]

One of your best if not the best interviews I feel his pain you would have to be black to understand and feel what he’s gone through.

[@nickcollins9170]

Highly doubt simply being black would do it you would have to have been black at least 40 years ago to talk from experience.

[@shakekr1750]

Thank you, Mr. Robbie Robinson! True legend.

[@montybennett5220]

Yea you still here brother,You lived through it !!!!! Robby Robinson thank you for not letting them break you.

[@caldwellfitness4267]

Robby is a true Bodybuilding legend, he's the prime example of health and Longevity👍🦾

[@spiritualfitllc3982]

Robby, you're a true champion of a human being because I know damn well a lot of black bodybuilding legends dont have the guts to tell the fucking truth and come out about racism in this sport.

[@adminicredabase3731]

Sad. I know this is true, because there was Lee Haney had to get his first cover on another magazine. That didn't happen until he was on his last Mr. Olympia. 😔😔😔

[@melaninplanet4800]

I am just blown away im am glade that robby speaks his mind and he right bodybuilding has to change if everyone is to be successful in the sport of bodybuilding no one weather in public or in the sport of bodybuilding should be worried about the skin on their muscles inorder to win a show but I'm sure its been happening and its sad very sad I'm happy the great "prince" himself spoke out about this topic.💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿

[@phlipperbrooks129]

Robbie was (is) the GD man! When I first started lifting as a teen his was the physique I admired and wanted to emulate. Before I got on the Mike Mentzer kick I followed everything RR put out. This was before we realized that it was, to a large extent, about genetics. Lol. If anyone has ever been screwed over by the IFBB it is Robbie. He deserved so much more.

[@SmithyFitness]

Great interview. I believe every word Robby said.

[@close7304]

So do I. Listen to all the details he's giving on his experience. and for it to be crystal clear after all these years.

[@mikedarrow3809]

Love Robby Robinson. Great bodybuilder. GREAT MAN!

[@Rockw61]

Thanks Mr.Robby Robinson aka Black Prince & thanks generation iron best interview ever !!!!!

[@iktomi5]

That was entertaining! The Black Prince, never heard him speak proper. Fantasy could be the only mind set to think a black pro of yesteryear wouldn't be assaulted by racism. 50-70's second class citizens, world wide. The Weider brothers top heads of an industry in a period international institutional racism, how could they act without influence of the times. Cold cash money talks. Ace interview 💯💪🏽💥 Robbie's a star fa real

[@horatiofox]

Thank you for your sacrifices Mr. Robinson!

[@geneellis6068]

God Bless You Robby ! YOU Are and We’re the Real Champion that Finished BEST !!! Love you brother

[@DeutschlandReformen]

the strange thing is, Robby praised on the 4th july 2013 Joe Weider specifically and very much, even though he did not have to. great thing that Robby says "Every life matters", thanks champ.

[@oscarestevez613]

It's a shame you had to go through that. I'm an old school bodybuilding fan and it is terrible that you were treated like that when you went out to California. I had no idea that it was like that. I knew there was politics in the sport but never imagined racism.

[@michaeldungee2666]

Robbie Robinson is the man, and yes I believe every single word he has spoken in this interview. Ummm shame on Joe Weider, because I still have many of his old magazines and still use a flat bench with his name on it. One of the best interviews I’ve seen by a true American hero

[@jacoblocklear6809]

Mr. Longevity himself, The Black Prince, Robby Robinson!!! Best interview I have seen on this channel... Insight... Insight... Insight...

[@three3thou]

Robbie didn't throw shots, he was hitting em!!! Jeez... Facts!

[@albertfigueroa11]

White dude still questions Robby like if he doubted what the racist bs he went thru in the past .. My respect to Robby the BLACK PRINCE ✊🏼

[@papahunter5132]

Glad I seen this the interviewer clearly a fan of the man he’s referring to as a racist just because their was black mr Olympia don’t mean wasn’t racist typical excuse oh my friends black can’t be racist lol good on Robinson for getting his point across like a man

[@JackBeddows]

Robby's the man. Great interview! Love you Robby!