Kerrith “The Apex Predator” Bajjo is an American IFBB Pro bodybuilder who has built his name the hard way in the 212 division. 🏆
He is not a one-show wonder. Bajjo has won five IFBB Pro titles, stood on the Olympia stage five times, and was still placing in the top five at a major pro show in 2026.
His story is one of patience: a long amateur grind, a pro card in 2017, a first pro win four years later, and then a run that carried him to back-to-back fourth-place finishes at the Olympia.
Kerrith Bajjo Quick Facts
| Detail | Verified information |
|---|---|
| Full name | Kerrith Bajjo |
| Nickname | “The Apex Predator” |
| Nationality | American |
| Base | Bethel / western Connecticut, USA |
| Division | Men’s 212 bodybuilding (one Men’s Open outing in 2025) |
| Turned pro | 2017, via the NPC Universe |
| IFBB Pro wins | 5 |
| Olympia appearances | 5 (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025) |
| Best Olympia result | 4th, Men’s 212 (2023 and 2024) |
| Most recent verified result | 5th, Men’s 212, 2026 Texas Pro |
| Date of birth / height / weight | Not published in a verifiable source — not stated here |
From Connecticut Gyms to the Pro Stage
Bajjo hails from western Connecticut, and contest scorecards list his home base as Bethel, Connecticut. He was a track and field standout at school before bodybuilding took over.
He entered the NPC scene in 2015, finishing second in the light-heavyweight class at the Bev Francis Atlantic States. After three years at amateur level, he earned his IFBB Pro card at the 2017 NPC Universe.
That step up changed everything, but it did not bring instant success. Bajjo spent his early pro seasons learning the division, collecting solid placings while the 212 class around him kept getting deeper.
The Breakthrough Years: 2021–2022
Bajjo’s first pro win arrived at the 2021 Tampa Pro, where he topped the 212 field. A third place at the 2021 Chicago Pro followed, and that form carried him to his Olympia debut later that year, where he finished eighth.
The 2022 season was even stronger. He finished second at the Tampa Pro behind Keone Pearson, then won the Texas Pro outright to book his return to the Olympia stage.
At the 2022 Olympia in Las Vegas, Bajjo finished seventh in a stacked 212 lineup won by Shaun Clarida. It was a top-ten Olympia finish, but it was only a staging post — not the peak of his career.
Peak Form: New York Win and Back-to-Back Olympia Fourths
Bajjo opened 2023 by winning the New York Pro 212 title, beating Diego Montoya and Jason Hebert. That victory sent him to the Olympia in Orlando, where he climbed from seventh the year before to fourth.
He repeated that fourth place at the 2024 Olympia, again finishing just behind Pearson, Clarida and Angel Calderon Frias. Two straight Olympia top-fours confirmed him as a genuine contender, not a surprise package.
Away from the Olympia, 2024 was his busiest winning season. He finished second at the New York Pro behind Oleh Kryvyi, then won the Lenda Murray Atlanta Pro and closed the year with a win at the Japan Pro in Tokyo.
Still Competing at the Top in 2025–2026 💪
Bajjo showed his versatility in 2025 by stepping up to the Men’s Open class at the Texas Pro, finishing seventh against bigger men. Back in his own division, he placed sixth at the 2025 Olympia.
He did not compete at the 2026 Olympia — his name does not appear on that year’s 212 scorecard. But he was far from finished, taking fifth in the 212 class at the 2026 Texas Pro behind winner Courage Opara.
That result matters. A decade after turning pro, Bajjo remains a top-five threat at a major show, and his longevity is now as much a part of his story as his peak.
What Makes Bajjo Stand Out?
Bajjo’s physique is built on balance rather than one freak body part. Judges have repeatedly rewarded his shape, fullness and conditioning when he arrives at his best.
His career also shows the value of staying in the fight. Many 212 athletes flash for a season or two; Bajjo has now been relevant across six Olympia cycles, from his 2021 debut through his 2026 Texas Pro top-five.
He was coached for a long stretch by Justin Miller, and his training base has included Iron Factory gym along with Bev’s Powerhouse in Syosset, New York.
Kerrith Bajjo Full Contest Record (Verified)
| Year | Contest | Division | Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | NPC Bev Francis Atlantic States | Light-Heavyweight | 2nd |
| 2017 | NPC Universe | Men’s Bodybuilding | Earned IFBB Pro card |
| 2018 | Tampa Pro | Men’s 212 | 4th |
| 2019 | New York Pro | Men’s 212 | 3rd |
| 2021 | Chicago Pro | Men’s 212 | 3rd |
| 2021 | Tampa Pro | Men’s 212 | 1st |
| 2021 | Olympia | Men’s 212 | 8th |
| 2022 | Tampa Pro | Men’s 212 | 2nd |
| 2022 | Texas Pro | Men’s 212 | 1st |
| 2022 | Olympia | Men’s 212 | 7th |
| 2023 | New York Pro | Men’s 212 | 1st |
| 2023 | Olympia | Men’s 212 | 4th |
| 2024 | New York Pro | Men’s 212 | 2nd |
| 2024 | Lenda Murray Atlanta Pro | Men’s 212 | 1st |
| 2024 | Olympia | Men’s 212 | 4th |
| 2024 | Japan Pro | Men’s 212 | 1st |
| 2025 | Texas Pro | Men’s Open | 7th |
| 2025 | Olympia | Men’s 212 | 6th |
| 2026 | Texas Pro | Men’s 212 | 5th |
His rivalry thread runs through the whole table. At the 2023 Olympia he finished one place ahead of Ahmad Ashkanani, who was fifth, while at the 2019 New York Pro the order had been reversed, with Ashkanani winning and Bajjo third.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many times has Kerrith Bajjo competed at the Olympia?
Five times: 2021 (8th), 2022 (7th), 2023 (4th), 2024 (4th) and 2025 (6th), all in the Men’s 212 division.
What is Kerrith Bajjo’s best Olympia result?
Fourth place, achieved twice — at the 2023 Olympia in Orlando and again at the 2024 Olympia in Las Vegas.
How many IFBB Pro shows has Kerrith Bajjo won?
Five: the 2021 Tampa Pro, 2022 Texas Pro, 2023 New York Pro, 2024 Lenda Murray Atlanta Pro and 2024 Japan Pro, all in the 212 division.
Has Kerrith Bajjo ever competed at the Arnold Classic?
No verified Arnold Classic result — in Ohio or the UK — was found for Bajjo in this research, so no Arnold appearance is claimed here.
Is Kerrith Bajjo still competing?
Yes, on the latest verified evidence. He placed fifth in the 212 class at the 2026 Texas Pro, although he did not appear at the 2026 Olympia.
What is Kerrith Bajjo’s nickname?
“The Apex Predator” — the nickname used by his sponsor announcement and across his pro career.
Bottom Line ✅
Kerrith Bajjo’s career is a lesson in staying power. He turned pro in 2017, won his first pro title in 2021, and went on to collect five pro wins and five Olympia appearances.
His peak — back-to-back Olympia fourth places in 2023 and 2024 — puts him among the 212 division’s most consistent names of this era. And his fifth place at the 2026 Texas Pro shows he is not done yet.