In the world of unlikely bedfellows, this is one of the weirder. Michael Jackson is being trained by Lou Ferrigno.
The “Incredible Hulk” actor is making secret visits to the Jackson in Los Angeles home to help him prepare for performances in London. His “This Is It” run of shows is scheduled to begin next month at London’s O2 arena.
A source told Britain’s The Sun newspaper: “Lou has been visiting Michael to build him up so he can perform his dance routines.
“But Michael refuses to lift weights. He doesn’t want to bulk up.”
Jackson is reportedly battling skin cancer and is at a low weight of 126 lbs. According to sources, he eats just one meal a day and is scared that gaining weight will hurt his chances of beating the disease (there are, in fact, reports that starving yourself before chemo increases the efficacy of the treatment).
The two first got friendly two years ago when Jackson started going to Ferrigno’s gym.
Ferrigno, a former Mr. Universe, said at the time: “Michael is more delicate. Our trainer conditioned him for dancing.
“He likes me, he feels safe with me. He was nervous about people looking at him when he’s training.”
Jackson’s stint at the O2 arena will begin July 13, five days later than originally planned.
Shows scheduled to take place on July 10, 12 and 14 have been moved to the end of the residency in March 2010.
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