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Josh Thigpen

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Years Active 2005 - 2017
Born February 16, 1982
Height 1.98m
Weight 145kg
Country 🇺🇸 United States
Retired

Competition Statistics

22 Total Contests
0 Total Wins
2005 - 2017 Years Active

International

21 Contests
0 Wins

National

1 Contests
0 Wins

World's Strongest Man

2 Appearances
0 Finals
0 Wins

Career Bests

Career Trajectory

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Personal Details

Full Name
Josh Thigpen
Date of Birth
February 16, 1982
Country
United States

Physical Stats

Height
1.98m
Weight
145kg
Gender
Male

Career

Years Active
2005 - 2017
Status
Retired
Total Competitions
22
Total Wins
0

Last updated: February 23, 2026

See Also

United States Athletes Rankings World Records

About Josh Thigpen

Josh Thigpen is an American strongman athlete. Thigpen stands 198 cm (6'6") and competes at 145 kg (320 lbs). Currently 44 years old, Thigpen has left a mark in professional strongman.

Thigpen's competitive career spanned from 2005 to 2017. With 22 contests on record, Thigpen has built considerable competitive experience. Thigpen has represented United States at 21 international events.

Thigpen has appeared at the World's Strongest Man 2 times.

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