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Hulk Star Lou Ferrigno Defies Age at 75
8 Nov
Summary
- Lou Ferrigno, star of The Incredible Hulk, turns 75 on November 9.
- He maintains an impressive physique through consistent workouts.
- Ferrigno won Mr. Universe twice and competed against Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Lou Ferrigno, who gained fame almost 50 years ago as the green-skinned superhero The Incredible Hulk, continues to impress with his remarkable physique as he approaches his 75th birthday on Monday, November 9. The former bodybuilding champion, known for his role opposite Bill Bixby in the late 1970s CBS series, still dedicates himself to fitness.
Ferrigno frequently shares videos of himself lifting weights, proving that age has not diminished his passion for exercise. Born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1951, he began weightlifting at 13. By his early twenties, he was a world-class bodybuilder, securing the Mr. Universe title twice and notably competing against Arnold Schwarzenegger, a rivalry featured in the 1977 documentary Pumping Iron.
His iconic portrayal of the Hulk, requiring hours of makeup, made him an international star. He reprised the character in several television movies and later films, maintaining a strong connection to the franchise. Ferrigno emphasizes consistency, exercising four to five days a week and maintaining a watchful diet. He continues to appear at fan conventions, engaging with new generations of viewers.
