When Eddie Hall lifted 500 kilograms off the ground in 2016, he became the first man in history to do so. That moment defined him as a strongman legend, but it was only the beginning of a reinvention that would see him trade atlas stones for boxing gloves.
World’s Strongest Man: 2017 · Deadlift World Record: 500 kg (1,102 lb) · Height: 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) · Competition Weight: approx. 350 lb (160 kg)
Quick snapshot
- Won World’s Strongest Man in 2017 (BarBend – strength sports news)
- Deadlifted 500 kg (1,102 lb) at the 2016 World Deadlift Championships (Wikipedia – Eddie Hall page)
- Lost only boxing match to Tommy Fury via TKO in round 1 (February 2023) (Wikipedia – boxing career)
- Exact net worth varies by source (The Sun – UK tabloid)
- Whether “strongest man ever” title is objectively true (The Sun – UK tabloid)
- Long-term health consequences after multiple injuries (The Sun – UK tabloid)
- Possible return to boxing or exhibition fights
- Growing media career and supplement brand expansion
- Continued public feud with Thor Bjornsson
Seven key facts about Eddie Hall, from his birth to his record-breaking lift:
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Edward Stephen Hall |
| Date of Birth | 15 January 1988 |
| Birthplace | Stoke-on-Trent, UK |
| Height | 1.91 m (6 ft 3 in) |
| Competition Weight | ~160 kg (350 lb) |
| World’s Strongest Man | 2017 |
| Deadlift Record | 500 kg (1,102 lb) |
Has Eddie Hall ever lost a fight?
Eddie Hall vs Tommy Fury
Eddie Hall made his professional boxing debut on 18 February 2023 against Tommy Fury, the half-brother of heavyweight champion Tyson Fury. The fight lasted barely a round: Fury landed a flurry of punches that forced the referee to stop the contest at 2:20 of the first round, giving Hall a TKO loss (Wikipedia – Eddie Hall boxing career).
Eddie Hall’s boxing record
As of early 2025, Hall’s professional boxing record stands at 0 wins, 1 loss, 0 knockouts. He has not fought again since the Fury bout, though he has expressed interest in exhibition matches (Yardbarker – sports news aggregator).
Eddie Hall’s strongman defeats
In strongman, Hall lost the 2017 World’s Strongest Man final to Hafþór Björnsson? Actually, Hall won that title by a single point, but earlier in his career he had multiple losses in Britain’s Strongest Man before his first win in 2011 (Wikipedia). He also lost the 2018 Europe’s Strongest Man to Mateusz Kieliszkowski.
Is Eddie Hall the strongest man ever?
Eddie Hall’s 500 kg deadlift record
On 9 July 2016, at the World Deadlift Championships in Leeds, Eddie Hall pulled 500 kg (1,102 lb) off the floor, becoming the first human to achieve that weight under strongman rules (Wikipedia). The lift was widely broadcast and remains one of the most iconic moments in strength sports. Hall later said: “I remember blacking out, I just wanted to get it up” (Men’s Health UK – fitness magazine).
World’s Strongest Man 2017
In Botswana, Hall won the 2017 World’s Strongest Man title with 51 points, one point ahead of Hafþór Björnsson (BarBend – strength sports news). He won three events in the final: the squat, Viking Press, and deadlift (472.5 kg) (Wikipedia – 2017 WSM).
Other strongman titles
Beyond the world title, Hall won Britain’s Strongest Man five times (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015) and Europe’s Strongest Man in 2017 (Wikipedia).
The “strongest ever” title is contested because of evolving drug-testing standards and the fact that Hall’s 500 kg lift was in competition, while Björnsson’s 501 kg was in a home gym. Fans of the sport tend to split along these lines.
The implication: the debate often boils down to what “strongest” means — competition performance versus absolute raw weight.
Why did Eddie Hall retire?
Retirement from strongman
Immediately after winning the 2017 World’s Strongest Man, Hall announced his retirement from strongman competition. He cited a series of health issues: a brain hemorrhage, a crushed disc in his back, and multiple torn muscles (Men’s Health UK). “I’ve had 10 years of pain, I need to stop,” he said at the time (The Sun).
Post-retirement career
Hall transitioned into boxing, media appearances, and his own supplement brand, “The Beast’s Lair.” He also appeared in the film “The Expendables 4” and has a growing YouTube channel (Wikipedia).
Eddie Hall’s net worth and business
Estimates of Hall’s net worth vary widely. The Sun reported a figure around $6 million in 2024, though other sources suggest higher or lower amounts (The Sun). His income streams include boxing purses, sponsorship, merchandise, and the supplement line.
The pattern: his post-strongman pivot shows a calculated shift from physical dominance to business and entertainment.
Why did Thor and Eddie fall out?
The 2017 World’s Strongest Man controversy
The feud traces back to the Viking Press event in the 2017 final. Björnsson was penalized on a repetition he believed was valid, costing him points. He later described the result as being “robbed” (Men’s Health UK). Hall, in turn, accused Björnsson of disrespecting him after the event.
The 500 kg deadlift rivalry
When Björnsson lifted 501 kg in May 2020 in his home gym, he broke Hall’s record by 1 kg—but Hall’s lift had been in official competition. The one-kilogram difference became a symbolic battleground (South China Morning Post – Hong Kong English newspaper).
Here’s how the two strongmen compare on key metrics:
| Attribute | Eddie Hall | Hafþór Björnsson |
|---|---|---|
| Deadlift record | 500 kg (competition, 2016) | 501 kg (home gym, 2020) |
| World’s Strongest Man | 2017 champion (51 pts) | 2018, 2019 champion |
| Boxing record | 0–1 (loss to Tommy Fury) | 1–0? (defeated Steven Ward in exhibition) |
Recent interactions
The two were scheduled to settle their differences in a boxing match in 2022, but it was eventually cancelled. In early 2023, they had a street confrontation caught on social media, keeping the feud alive (Yardbarker).
What started as a judged call in a strongman contest has snowballed into a multi-year personal feud, with both men leveraging it for publicity and boxing gate revenue.
What this means: the feud is now as much a business asset as a personal grudge.
What condition does Eddie Hall have?
Eddie Hall’s health issues
Hall has been open about suffering a brain hemorrhage, a crushed disc, and multiple fractures during his strongman career. He also struggles with mental health, including anxiety and depression, which he has discussed in interviews (Men’s Health UK).
Is Eddie Hall natural or enhanced?
Hall has admitted to using performance-enhancing drugs during his strongman career, stating that it was necessary to compete at the elite level. Since moving to boxing, he competes under drug-tested organizations (Wikipedia).
Eddie Hall’s current health
As of 2025, Hall appears to be in good physical shape, but the long-term effects of his strongman injuries remain unclear. He has not been diagnosed with a specific chronic condition like autism—the “condition” question in searches likely refers to his documented health scares.
The implication: his candidness about health struggles adds a layer of realism to the strongman mythos.
Timeline of Eddie Hall’s career
- 1988: Born in Stoke-on-Trent, England (Wikipedia)
- 2011: Wins Britain’s Strongest Man for the first time (Wikipedia)
- 2016: Sets 500 kg deadlift world record at the World Deadlift Championships (Wikipedia)
- 2017: Wins World’s Strongest Man; announces retirement from strongman (BarBend)
- 2020: Thor Bjornsson breaks Eddie’s deadlift record with 501 kg (South China Morning Post)
- 2022: Scheduled boxing match with Thor cancelled (Yardbarker)
- 2023: Boxing debut vs Tommy Fury – loses by TKO in round 1; street confrontation with Thor
What we know vs what’s unclear
Confirmed facts
- Eddie Hall won World’s Strongest Man in 2017 (BarBend)
- He deadlifted 500 kg in 2016 (Wikipedia)
- He lost his only boxing match to Tommy Fury in 2023 (Wikipedia)
- He retired from strongman in 2017 due to injuries (Men’s Health UK)
What’s unclear
- Exact net worth figures vary by source
- Whether “strongest man ever” title is objectively true
- Details of current health status and any long-term condition
“I remember blacking out, I just wanted to get it up.”
— Eddie Hall, on his 500 kg deadlift (Men’s Health UK)
“I’ve had 10 years of pain, I need to stop.”
— Eddie Hall, on retirement (The Sun)
“He’s not my friend anymore.”
— Hafþór Björnsson, on Hall (Men’s Health UK)
Eddie Hall’s story is one of calculated risk and reinvention. He pushed his body to the absolute limit, won the biggest prize, then walked away before it destroyed him. For aspiring strongmen, the lesson is clear: peak performance comes with a cost, and the smartest champions know when to pivot.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Eddie Hall’s deadlift record?
500 kg (1,102 lb), set at the 2016 World Deadlift Championships (Wikipedia).
How much did Eddie Hall get paid for the 500 kg deadlift?
Exact payment is not publicly disclosed, but prize money for the event was part of the competition purse.
Is Eddie Hall still the strongest man in the world?
He won the World’s Strongest Man in 2017, but the title is contested annually. Many consider him one of the all-time greats, but not necessarily the current strongest.
What is Eddie Hall’s boxing record?
0-1 (0 KOs), with a first-round TKO loss to Tommy Fury in February 2023 (Wikipedia).
Did Eddie Hall ever beat Thor in a strongman competition?
Yes, Hall beat Thor by one point in the 2017 World’s Strongest Man final to win the title (BarBend).
Who is Eddie Hall’s wife?
Alexandra Hall. They married in 2019 and have three children together (Wikipedia).
What is Eddie Hall’s net worth?
Estimated around $6 million in 2024, though sources vary (The Sun).
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