Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1989-09-05
- Born Place: Netherlands
Also Known As:
The Dutch Giant
Olivier Richters
Olivier Richters, known as "The Dutch Giant," is a Dutch actor, professional bodybuilder, and fitness model born on September 5, 1989, in Hilversum, Netherlands. Standing at 7 feet 2 inches (218 cm) tall and weighing approximately 342 pounds (155 kg), he holds the Guinness World Record for the tallest professional bodybuilder . Richters began his bodybuilding journey in 2007 and transitioned to competitive bodybuilding in 2013. Over the course of eight years, he gained nearly 75 kg of lean muscle mass. His dedication to the sport includes consuming up to 7,000 calories daily to sustain his physique . In addition to his bodybuilding career, Richters has ventured into acting. He made his film debut as Ursa in Marvel's Black Widow (2021) and has since appeared in The King's Man and The Electrical Life of Louis Wain (both 2021). In 2023, he portrayed Krom in Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny and appeared in the third season of Reacher (2025) as Paulie, engaging in a physically demanding fight scene with Alan Ritchson's character . Beyond his professional endeavors, Richters is the co-founder of Muscle Meat, a company providing resources and food supplements for athletes .
