Vladimir Turchinsky 1963 – 2009

Biography

Vladimir Turchinsky was born on September 28, 1963, in Moscow, where he would develop a passion for bodybuilding that would define his life. Over the course of his career, he became known in Russia’s fitness community for his dedication to the sport and the disciplined pursuit of physical excellence that bodybuilding demands.

Throughout his life, Vladimir remained connected to Moscow and the surrounding regions, building a legacy within Russia’s athletic circles. His commitment to bodybuilding reflected both personal determination and a broader engagement with fitness as a serious pursuit. He was remembered by those who knew him for the intensity and focus he brought to his chosen discipline.

Vladimir passed away on December 16, 2009, in Pashukovo, succumbing to a myocardial infarction at the age of 46. He was laid to rest in the Bogorodsky Urban Okrug in Moscow Oblast, where his memory continues to be honored by family and friends who knew his contributions to the bodybuilding community he so deeply valued.