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What happens when reel-life Hulk meets with the King of Pop? The answer is – lifetime memories. Lou Ferrigno and Michael Jackson shared more than a professional relationship. Not many were aware, but he was a secret personal trainer for Michael. Thus, when Michael was required to train for his famous 2009 American documentary–concert film ‘This Is It’, Lou was called again.

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It was during the premier of the film that Lou recalls a fun moment. Opening up about the incident, the IFBB winner shared his interaction with Michael with MTV News.

Lou talked about the fun moment he shared with Michael 

The premier was taking place at Nokia Theatre. The bodybuilder shared his view on the movie. He commented, “Great movie. I think it was wonderful,” He further shared some insights. He revealed he spent his time joking and dancing by imitating the steps of Jackson during the movie’s premiere.

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To give a glimpse of what he was referring to, he even attempted to mimic Jackson’s classic dance moves. He showed how Jackson dances by “grabbing his c*****.” Lou’s association with Michael was under wraps until the latter spoke about it. It was only after Michael’s untimely sad demise that Ferrigno’s wife, Carla, spoke regarding them both.

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She revealed, “Lou and Michael have known each other for a long time. Lou first trained Michael 15 years ago.” When the news of Michael’s death came, Lou was left shocked and devastated. He shared that when Michael heard that he was participating in the ‘Dancing with the Stars’, he taught him his famous moonwalk. They had a lot of fun.

The time when Lou Ferrigno trained the King of Pop

Michael could not go to the gym. Therefore, his surgeon found the perfect guy to train him. Michael used to come to his facility for training; being aware of all the constraints, Lou guarded his privacy. For twenty long years, Lou secretly trained him.

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He always admired Jackson’s love for music. This reminded him of his own passion for fitness. The two eventually became good friends and shared a close relationship until the demise of Jackson. It has been years since Michael left for his heavenly abode, but his memories still remain engraved in the memory of his fans and friends.

 

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