Social media is inundated with influencers who only want to show the shiny, glamorous aspects of their lives. So when one comes along with enough humility to address subjects others won’t, they usually become pretty popular, pretty quickly. That’s exactly the case with straight-talking Irishman Glen Gillen. With all the charm of his fellow countryman Rob Lipsett and the no-nonsense, brutal honesty of James Smith, Gillen is on a path to the very top of the fitness game.
So it’s no surprise he has already garnered a small army of fans, with 93,000 subscribed to his YouTube channel and a further 73,000 following his journey on Instagram.
He’s not just a bodybuilder, however, he’s also a top personal trainer and uses his platform to transform the bodies of thousands of clients through his website Glen Gillen Fitness – proving he has both brains and brawn.
In this post, we’re going to dive into everything you need to know about Glen Gillen, from his career so far to his personal life away from pumping iron.
About Gillen’s Journey
Hailing from Dublin, Ireland, Gillen has an impressive athletic background that saw him dabble in a host of sports in his younger years. He played football for 10 years while also trying his hand at combat sports such as boxing and MMA.
Unlike most other bodybuilders who get into the gym when they’re old enough to take out their first membership, Gillen’s passion for lifting weights started at a much earlier age. Growing up he was surrounded by his father’s gym equipment in their family home.
He worked out throughout his teens but it was only when he turned 18 that he really started to take it seriously. Since then, it has become somewhat of an obsession, and he admitted he has spent countless nights researching, completely immersed in the world of bodybuilding.
And that passion hasn’t wavered one bit since. “To this day, I love the lifestyle, the hard work and discipline that bodybuilding requires, and the feeling of purpose it gives me.” he wrote on his website.
“I have built a strong and passionate community of people, through my super relatable Youtube videos, who are driven by the idea of transforming their lives and becoming the best version of themselves.
“Working with and communicating with these people every day gives me so much satisfaction, I’m living the dream.”
How Tall Is Glen Gillen?
At 170cm – or just under 5ft7 for those of you who are that way inclined – Gillen has a compact and bulky physique. He’s super shredded, but thanks to his stature and hard work his muscles literally look like boulders under his top. He weighs 167lb, which is around 76kg.
How Old Is Glen Gillen?
Gillen was born on January 30, 1997, currently making him 25 years old.
Glen Gillen’s Sponsors
For an influencer that you could argue is still very much on the way up Gillen has already landed himself an impressive list of sponsors. He is constantly repping Christian Guzman’s Alphalete fitness apparel when he trains, and if you head over to his Instagram you’ll see that he actually spends a lot of time with the main man himself, with a selection of pictures showing them together at pool parties, in the gym, and at Guzman’s very own Alphaland.
He also has a discount code that his fans can use for money off Maxx Chewning’s GHOST products. Again, Gillen is often seen knocking back GHOST pre-workout before he hits the gym and often shows it off during his vlogs. When he changes out of his gym clothes it’s usually into a pair of jeans from UK fashion brand Legend London. I think it’s safe to say he’s doing pretty well for himself.
What Is Glen Gillen’s Net Worth?
It’s difficult to pinpoint how much Glen Gillen is actually worth, but reports online suggest it is definitely north of $1m, and I wouldn’t be surprised if the true amount surpasses that figure comfortably.
Does Glen Gillen Compete?
He absolutely does. In fact, he placed 3rd in Summer Shredding 2022 – an event he has competed at a few times in the past. It’ll be worth keeping an eye on how he progresses in 2023 and whether he can claim the main spot on the podium.
Glen Gillen’s Girlfriend
The charming Irishman has been in a relationship with his stunning model girlfriend and fellow Dubliner Emily Petrauskaite, 21, for 4 years now. The pair recently moved in together for the first time in their relationship which Gillen said “just made sense” after years of living apart. Petrauskaite frequently features on his YouTube channel and is often his spot in the gym. You’ll also catch them fielding and answering some pretty intimate questions from curious fans across Gillen’s platforms.
So if you’re looking for a straight-talking influencer with a healthy dose of Irish charm then look no further than Glen Gillen. Drop him a follow on Instagram or YouTube; you won’t regret it.
