Remembering Zyzz, an Australian Legend
Aziz Sergeyevich Shavershian, better known to the world as Zyzz, was more than a fitness influencer; he was the spark that ignited an entire movement of self-transformation and confidence. Born on March 24, 1989, in Moscow, Russia, Zyzz moved to Australia with his family at a young age. In his teenage years, he described himself as a skinny, insecure kid who lacked direction. But after discovering bodybuilding, everything changed. He sculpted his physique through years of training, turning himself into a walking embodiment of discipline, aesthetic excellence, and unapologetic self-expression.
Fanart of Zyzz, depicting him with angel wings
Zyzz rose to fame in the late 2000s through online bodybuilding forums and YouTube videos. What set him apart was his unique blend of humor, charisma, and motivation. He didn’t take himself too seriously, often joking around in videos while flexing or dancing to trance music. Yet beneath the laughter was a deeper message: anyone could become their own version of greatness through hard work and belief. His catchphrases, “We’re all going to make it, bro” and “You mirin’?”, became internet mantras that embodied both self-confidence and solidarity among fans.
The Zyzz movement wasn’t just about gym culture; it was about freedom, the freedom to be yourself, to chase your dreams, to live life fully. Zyzz inspired thousands to overcome insecurity, anxiety, and self-doubt. His transformation story resonated with people who saw in him the proof that confidence is earned, not inherited.
Tragically, Zyzz passed away in August 2011 while on holiday in Thailand, the result of a congenital heart condition. He was only 22. His death sent shockwaves through the fitness world, but it also immortalized him as a legend. Fans around the world still honor his legacy every August with gym tributes, murals, and memorial videos.
Zyzz taking a photo with a fan
More than a decade later, Zyzz remains a symbol of ambition, humor, and fearless individuality. His legacy endures not just in the physiques he inspired, but in the mindset he created, one that celebrates transformation, positivity, and the pursuit of the aesthetic life.