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Shelley Beattie

By Kimberly Read & Marcia Purse, About.com

Updated: July 29, 2006

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Family & Life:

Shelley Beattie was born on August 24, 1967, in Orange County, California. In March, 1993, she married John Romano, her nutritionist and coach.

Career Highlights:

  • Siren on "American Gladiators"
  • Crew member of America Cubed, the first female sailing team in 143 years to compete for the America's Cup

Competition Awards:

  • 1990 - NPC Emerald Cup Overall
  • 1990 - NPC USA Overall & HW 1st
  • 1991 - Ms. International 3rd
  • 1991 - Ms. Olympia 7th
  • 1992 - Ms. International 7th
  • 1992 - Ms. Olympia 3rd
  • 1993 - Ms. International 9th
  • 1993 - Ms. Olympia 7th

Notable Quote:

"I never want to become one of those self-centered bodybuilders who don't develop anything but their bodies and their egos ... A person also has to develop their mind and their spirit. I want to be a whole person, that's my approach to life."

About Bipolar Disorder:

References

  • Griffin, S. (n.d.). Deaf Friends International. This "Woman Of Steel" Wears Hearing Aids! "Wonder Woman" With Hearing Aids! http://www.workersforjesus.com/dfi/587.htm

  • Ikelman, J. (1999, December 30). Personal communication with Ms. Beattie.

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