What happened to Lee Haney? Bodybuilding legend asks for kidney donor as children reveal serious health battle

Lee Haney is asking for help, and the news has quickly caught attention across the sports world. The 66-year-old bodybuilding legend has shared that he now needs a kidney donor, something he has quietly known could happen for many years. His children, Joshua Haney and Olympia Haney, made the situation public this week, saying their father’s kidney is “failing” and asking people to pray and spread the word. This is serious, but Haney also made one thing very clear, he is still doing okay right now. He said he has managed this condition for over 25 years through strong discipline, clean eating, and regular exercise. But now, things have reached a point where he needs real help. The message is simple and direct: he is looking for a living donor and hoping someone steps forward.

Lee Haney’s children Joshua Haney and Olympia Haney share emotional message as bodybuilding icon asks for kidney donor

Joshua Haney and Olympia Haney shared the update in a heartfelt message online. They said, “First time sharing this, my dad needs a kidney donor. Please keep him in your prayers and share if you can. He is a blessing to so many others and breathes life into all he does… there is more work to do.”Their words quickly spread, and many fans, athletes, and followers responded with support. People who have followed Lee Haney for decades were shocked but also hopeful.ID@undefined Caption not available.Haney himself explained that doctors had warned him years ago that he might one day need a transplant. He said, “Through faith, proper nutrition, and exercise, I was blessed to delay it for many years. Now my kidney is failing, and I’m prayerfully hoping to find a living donor.”The way he spoke was calm and strong, just like his career. He did not panic. Instead, he shared his situation openly and asked for help in a hopeful way.

Lee Haney responds to rumors and reassures fans he is still strong while facing health challenge

After the news spread, some rumors made the situation sound worse than it is. Lee Haney quickly stepped in to clear things up. He wrote, “It’s appalling to see how fast rumors can spread. Yes, I am in need of a living kidney donor as communicated by my two awesome children.”He also thanked people for their prayers and kind messages. Then he added something important to calm everyone down: “I am still well and fully functional. I’m not needed in heaven at the time.”That line showed his spirit. Even in a tough moment, he stayed positive and grounded.Lee Haney is one of the greatest bodybuilders in history. He won eight Mr. Olympia titles from 1984 to 1991, matching the record later reached by Ronnie Coleman. He was also inducted into the International Sports Hall of Fame in 2014 and served as chair of the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports during Bill Clinton’s time as president. Now, he is facing a different kind of fight, one that needs support from others.