Keeping the fear alive: Bodybuilder Doug Brignole died of COVID

Bodybuilder Doug Brignole tragically passed away a few weeks ago at the age of 63. Recently, new details have emerged about his cause of death, which L.A. County Medical Examiners-Coroners have confirmed was brought on by a Covid-19 infection.

Earlier this month, Doug Brignole shook the bodybuilding community after reportedly passing away in his sleep. In April, the celebrated author and athlete shared a message on Facebook explaining his experience getting the Covid-19 vaccine. The FDA introduced this measure in the U.S. around August 2021 to combat the Coronavirus pandemic. 

“I’m vaccinated ! Well, the first of two,” the post reads in part. “Let’s get this done so we can get back to traveling, going to concerts, and having fun. My vaccine was yesterday, and I had no problem with it,” said Brignole after getting his first shot.