Torre Washington is the first vegan bodybuilder to earn the Mr. Olympia stage. Now, Torre Washington speaks to UnchainedTV LIVE as he embarks on one of the world's most intense physical challenges.

The vegan bodybuilder qualified for the 2026 Mr. Olympia, bodybuilding’s most prestigious competition, after winning the Ben Weider Natural Pro-Am. Competing without animal products or performance-enhancing drugs, Washington has achieved what few athletes in the world ever do. His motto: winning without compromise!

The contest will be held in Las Vegas on from Thursday September 24th -Sunday, September 27th and he wants the support of the vegan, animal loving community to go to Vegas and watch him compete! Sounds like a party! Palms Casino Resort is a hotel at the center of the action, along with the Las Vegan Convention Center.

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Born in Birmingham, Alabama, Torre Washington went plant-based in 1998 and never looked back. A natural, steroid-free competitor who has shared the stage at the Arnold Classic, he also coaches athletes. We will meet one of those athletes, Erin Tice.

In late 2025 he won both the Open Masters and Masters 40 classes at the Ben Weider Natural Pro-Am, qualifying him for the 2026 Mr. Olympia — and making him the first vegan, all-natural bodybuilder ever to reach that stage.
WINS:
2009
Pro card, natural bodybuilding.
2017
IFBB Pro card, Men’s Physique.
2025
Qualified for Mr. Olympia.
2026
1st vegan bodybuilder to Mr. Olympia.
“It’s an unreal feeling that anything is possible if you believe in yourself,” Washington said. “I hope this shows people to never give up on their goals or dreams.”

A Historic Milestone for Vegan Athletes
Each year, only a small number of professional bodybuilders earn the right to compete in Mr. Olympia, the pinnacle of the sport. Qualifying demands years of disciplined training, flawless nutrition, and unwavering focus.

This victory is a milestone not only for vegan athletes but also for veganism and animal advocates everywhere. Washington’s success on one of the world’s largest stages demonstrates that compassion and athletic excellence can coexist and thrive. The moment marks a turning point for vegan representation in professional bodybuilding.