In brief
Geoff Capes, famous for his incredible strength and endearing passion for bird breeding, passed away, leaving behind a remarkable legacy.
Geoff Capes, the renowned English strongman who captured hearts with his remarkable feats of strength and tender love for parakeets, has died at the age of 75. He passed away on October 23 in Lincoln, England, with his son confirming the news but not revealing the cause of death.Standing an imposing 6-foot-6 and weighing 365 pounds, Capes was a mighty figure whose impressive diet fueled his extraordinary athletic abilities. He was known for his incredible stunts, including pulling 12-ton trucks, flipping cars, and even tearing phone books in half. He showcased a mix of strength and speed, running 200 meters in under 25 seconds, proving he was more than just muscle.Capes crowned his career by winning the World’s Strongest Man competition in 1983 and 1985, along with numerous titles in truck-pulling and Scottish games—where competitors wear kilts and toss heavy objects. Away from the spotlight, he found joy in breeding parakeets, a passion that revealed a softer side to his formidable like a true gentle giant.