Michelle Brent is a retired American IFBB professional bodybuilder whose competitive career spanned 37 years. Known as one of the “Original Girls” (OGs) of women’s bodybuilding, she achieved significant success in the master’s categories later in her career.
Competitive Career
Duration: Michelle competed for 37 years, beginning her journey in the late 1970s and 1980s.
Major Titles: She is the Masters World Women’s Bodybuilding 60 & Over Champion for both 2022 and 2023.
Retirement: She officially announced her retirement from professional competition in September 2023 following her performance at the Masters Olympia and the Masters World Championships.
Notable Contests
- 2023 Masters Olympia (First All Division Championship selection)
- 2011 IFBB North American Championships (3rd place)
- 2011 NPC National Championships (5th place)
Business and Personal Life
Following her retirement, Michelle transitioned to focusing full-time on her business interests with her husband.
Brent’s Bling: She is the co-owner and “Chief Creator” of Brent’s Bling, a company specializing in custom jewelry and apparel designed specifically for the bodybuilding and fitness community.
Background: Michelle grew up in a Sicilian-American household and was highly athletic throughout high school and college, which eventually led her to bodybuilding as a physical outlet.