The word “Beast” is overused in bodybuilding circles and on social media.  Dorian Yates is a TRUE BEAST. 

Dorian is a 6-time Mr. Olympia – a true monster of mass and practitioner of ultra-heavy lifting.  Unabashed and honest about his steroid usage, and with a strong opinion on a variety of (sometimes controversial topics), he is a well-spoken, intelligent, and rounded man.   

“Muscle” by Jon Hotten is a fascinating book from 2004 that really gives insider insight and a writer’s perspective of what Dorian (and other bodybuilders) have gone (and will still go) through to achieve that level of status.  Check it out; it's a great book and Dorian’s story is threaded throughout and quite vivid. 

The autograph:  It’s authentic and was gotten in person, but this is a lesson on why you should never use ultra-fine tipped sharpies! They simply don’t adhere or disperse ink evenly and reliably enough to guarantee a good signature.  For this picture I would have had Dorian use a bronze or silver metallic normal sharpie for better adherence and great contrast.