Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson

About

Strongman, athlete, Instagram star, online content creator, social media personality, entertainer, artist, performer, and actor from Iceland who makes English language content. He is also known for his role in the viral TV show Game of Thrones.

Before Fame

His athletic career began on the basketball court. He played 32 games for the Icelandic junior national basketball team.  

Trivia

He was inspired by bodybuilders Ronnie Coleman and Dorian Yates to start bodybuilding and competing in strongmen competitions. He has 57 first-place medals in domestic and international strongman competitions. His Instagram page has over 4.3 million followers.

Family Life

He is married to Kelsey Henson and they have a son together. 

Associated With

He fought bodybuilder Eddie Hall in a boxing match in Dubai where he won by decision.