Dayana Cadeau
Haitian-born Canadian/American professional female bodybuilder
Dayana M. Cadeau (born June 2, 1966) is a Haitian Canadian professional female bodybuilder.
Early life and education
Cadeau was born in 1966 in Haiti. At the age of seven, she and her mom moved to Quebec City, Quebec, where she was raised. Her mom wanted her to learn English, so she was enrolled in a private Christian school.
Bodybuilding career
Amateur
Cadeau earned her pro card in 1997 by winning the overall title at the Canada Cup.
Professional
1997-2004
When the IFBB introduced weight classes in 2000, Cadeau first competed as a heavyweight at the 2000 Ms. International. Afterwards she competed as a lightweight. During her pro career, her home country would appear as both Canada and the United States in the competition scorecard. At the 2002 Ms.
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