“Able to Distinguish the Different Consonants”: Lou Ferrigno Got Emotional About the Life-Changing Experience After Receiving a Hearing Implant in 2021

Lou Ferrigno is a man of versatile talent, an ace bodybuilder, and a two-time Mr. Universe title winner. He was rightfully the American youth icon. He dominated the 70s and 80s and, with his stellar performance in the cult-classic show, “The Incredible Hulk,” became a household name.

But Lou’s journey to glory was not easy. He did not only have his professional battles to fight; he also had health issues that he had to deal with since he was a child. The veteran actor had to wait a long time before he could go for the ear procedure. But since it’s been done, his life has changed for the better. He sat down with Inside Edition to share his life-changing experience.

Lou Ferrigno shares his experience

Since childhood, Lou had to struggle with his hearing impairment. After he suffered from an ear infection as a toddler, he was left with significant hearing loss. Throughout his growing-up years, he struggled with a hearing aid. Not many may be aware, but he lost 85% of his hearing because of nerve damage.

After struggling in his early years, Lou eventually underwent cochlear implant surgery. He was looking to improve his hearing ability. However, unlike other times, this time, Lou got satisfactory results. While the hearing aid helped to increase the volume, the cochlear implant changed his hearing experience for the best.

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He quotes, “because of the implant, I’m able to distinguish the different consonants, the different S sound. Everything you could… I never heard before. And that is a life-changing experience.” Even though he was first anxious, Lou was compelled to try the implant after learning that his close buddy had chosen to have the procedure. And now that the outcomes are good, the Hulk actor couldn’t be more pleased.

A look at Lou’s bodybuilding career 

Lou had been a lifelong admirer of a muscular physique. Thus, when he was allowed to pick up his first barbell at 12, he could not turn down the opportunity. Overcoming the various setbacks, Lou twice consecutively won the IFBB Mr. Universe title. He eventually entered Mr. Olympia in 1975 and secured the third spot.

However, he soon found his true calling in the entertainment industry. With over 20 feature films to his credit, Lou eventually established himself as a prolific actor. He also tried his hands on the theatrical stage. Still today, Lou is remembered for being one of the bodybuilding stage’s all-time greats!

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