Yes, they've all hosted previous M&F cover models on their show, now these late night hosts can be the cover models themselves, thanks to our talented illustrator Ron Dunn. Here's his perception of what each funnyman would look like after a few months of hardcore weight training.
Your Favorite Late-Night Hosts as Bodybuilders
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Late-Night Hosts as Bodybuilders
Yes, they’ve all hosted previous M&F cover models on their show, now these late night hosts can be the cover models themselves, thanks to our talented illustrator Ron Dunn. Here’s his perception of what each funnyman would look like after a few months of hardcore weight training. Get more of this plus the best training, nutrition and supplement info you can get in the January issue of Muscle & Fitness, on newsstands now!Take the quiz and try to guess who their famous physiques are based on!
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Conan O’brien
At 6′ 3″ Conan O’brien may be tall, but he’s not quite as muscular as this drawing depicts. Which of the famous bodybuilders below do you think we used for Conan’s physique?A. Arnold Schwarzenegger B. Ed Corney C. Lou Ferrigno
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Answer: Ed Corney
Ed Corney is a legendary bodybuilder from the Golden Age of bodybuilding. He racked up first place wins in the IFBB Mr. America, IFBB Universe, and IFBB Masters Olympia 60+(twice). Corney is also a member of the IFBB Hall of Fame, and achieved broad public recognition as a result of his appearance in both the book and movie versions of Pumping Iron.
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Jimmy Kimmel
This is definitely not the body of Jimmy Kimmel. But it is the body of one of the weightlifting greats listed below. Is it:A. Frank Zane B. Lee Lebrada C. Dave Draper
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Answer: Lee Labrada
Born in Havana, Cuba, Labrada is a former IFBB professional bodybuilder, and Mr. Olympia competitor who has racked up 22 major titles over the years. In 1990 finished 2nd at the “O” for his best showing at the event. Labrada was inducted into the IFBB Hall of Fame in 2004.
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Jay Leno
Known more for his chin than his muscles, Leno looks pretty good with a buffed physique. So who’s frame do you think we used for this Jay Leno caricature?A. Ken Waller B. Steve Reeves C. Dennis James
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Answer: Dennis James
Dennis Tyron James was born in Heidelberg, Germany in 1969. In 2000 he competed in his first Arnold Classic placing 4th. His first Mr. Olympia was in 2000 as well, where he placed 11th. He has competed in a total of seven Mr. Olympias, with his highest placing coming in 4th in 2003.
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Dave Letterman
Who knew Letterman had such big guns. Of course, they’re actually taken from one of the legendary bodybuilders below. Guess which one.A. Sergio Oliva B. Dave Draper C. Freddy Ortiz
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Answer: Dave Draper
David Draper AKA “The Blond Bomber” was born in Secaucus, New Jersey. At 21, he won the Mr. New Jersey title, and soon after moved to California where he initially trained at a gym many called “The Dungeon”, which he described as “a large, awful space dug out of the ground.” Draper later worked out at the original Gold’s Gym, where he had such training partners as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Franco Columbu and Frank Zane.
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Jimmy Fallon
Jimmy Fallon does some incredible impersonations. Here he is doing one of which famous bodybuilder?A. Dexter Jackson B. Ronnie Coleman C. Kai Greene
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Answer: Dexter Jackson
IFBB professional bodybuilder Dexter Jackson first competed professionally in the 1999 Arnold Classic, Night of Champions, and Mr. Olympia contests, placing 7th, 3rd, and 9th, respectively. On September 27, 2008, he defeated the reigning two-time Mr. Olympia, Jay Cutler to become the 12th man to win the title, and only the second to have won it and the Arnold Classic title in the same year.
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Craig Ferguson
They’re definitely some big dudes in Scotland where Ferguson is from. However, the body used in this image was from a well known American bodybuilder. Is it:A. Jay Cutler B. Phil Heath C. Lee Haney
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Answer: Jay Cutler
IFBB professional bodybuilder Jay Cutler won the Mr. Olympia title four times. In addition, he won Arnold Classic titles from 2002 to 2004. He was only the third man (along with Arnold Schwarzenegger and Franco Columbu) to win the Mr. Olympia title in non-consecutive years. Cutler defeated the reigning champion Dexter Jackson in 2009. In 2010, he won his fourth Olympia title, defeating Phil Heath.
Yes, they’ve all hosted previous M&F cover models on their show, now these late night hosts can be the cover models themselves, thanks to our talented illustrator Ron Dunn. Here’s his perception of what each funnyman would look like after a few months of hardcore weight training.
Get more of this plus the best training, nutrition and supplement info you can get in the January issue of Muscle & Fitness, on newsstands now!
Take the quiz and try to guess who their famous physiques are based on!
Conan O'brien
At 6′ 3″ Conan O’brien may be tall, but he’s not quite as muscular as this drawing depicts. Which of the famous bodybuilders below do you think we used for Conan’s physique?
A. Arnold Schwarzenegger B. Ed Corney C. Lou Ferrigno
Answer: Ed Corney
Ed Corney is a legendary bodybuilder from the Golden Age of bodybuilding. He racked up first place wins in the IFBB Mr. America, IFBB Universe, and IFBB Masters Olympia 60+(twice). Corney is also a member of the IFBB Hall of Fame, and achieved broad public recognition as a result of his appearance in both the book and movie versions of Pumping Iron.
Jimmy Kimmel
This is definitely not the body of Jimmy Kimmel. But it is the body of one of the weightlifting greats listed below. Is it:
A. Frank Zane B. Lee Lebrada C. Dave Draper
Answer: Lee Labrada
Born in Havana, Cuba, Labrada is a former IFBB professional bodybuilder, and Mr. Olympia competitor who has racked up 22 major titles over the years. In 1990 finished 2nd at the “O” for his best showing at the event. Labrada was inducted into the IFBB Hall of Fame in 2004.
Jay Leno
Known more for his chin than his muscles, Leno looks pretty good with a buffed physique. So who’s frame do you think we used for this Jay Leno caricature?
A. Ken Waller B. Steve Reeves C. Dennis James
Answer: Dennis James
Dennis Tyron James was born in Heidelberg, Germany in 1969. In 2000 he competed in his first Arnold Classic placing 4th. His first Mr. Olympia was in 2000 as well, where he placed 11th. He has competed in a total of seven Mr. Olympias, with his highest placing coming in 4th in 2003.
Dave Letterman
Who knew Letterman had such big guns. Of course, they’re actually taken from one of the legendary bodybuilders below. Guess which one.
A. Sergio Oliva B. Dave Draper C. Freddy Ortiz
Answer: Dave Draper
David Draper AKA “The Blond Bomber” was born in Secaucus, New Jersey. At 21, he won the Mr. New Jersey title, and soon after moved to California where he initially trained at a gym many called “The Dungeon”, which he described as “a large, awful space dug out of the ground.” Draper later worked out at the original Gold’s Gym, where he had such training partners as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Franco Columbu and Frank Zane.
Jimmy Fallon
Jimmy Fallon does some incredible impersonations. Here he is doing one of which famous bodybuilder?
A. Dexter Jackson B. Ronnie Coleman C. Kai Greene
Answer: Dexter Jackson
IFBB professional bodybuilder Dexter Jackson first competed professionally in the 1999 Arnold Classic, Night of Champions, and Mr. Olympia contests, placing 7th, 3rd, and 9th, respectively. On September 27, 2008, he defeated the reigning two-time Mr. Olympia, Jay Cutler to become the 12th man to win the title, and only the second to have won it and the Arnold Classic title in the same year.
Craig Ferguson
They’re definitely some big dudes in Scotland where Ferguson is from. However, the body used in this image was from a well known American bodybuilder. Is it:
A. Jay Cutler B. Phil Heath C. Lee Haney
Answer: Jay Cutler
IFBB professional bodybuilder Jay Cutler won the Mr. Olympia title four times. In addition, he won Arnold Classic titles from 2002 to 2004. He was only the third man (along with Arnold Schwarzenegger and Franco Columbu) to win the Mr. Olympia title in non-consecutive years. Cutler defeated the reigning champion Dexter Jackson in 2009. In 2010, he won his fourth Olympia title, defeating Phil Heath.
