Discover how Dan Solomon transformed Mr. Olympia into a global fitness empire with $1.6M+ prize pools, celebrity backing, and ...

He never did win Mr. Olympia, but Ferrigno already had been named Mr. Universe two straight years, 1973–74. Ferrigno, 72, recalled the impact that both comic books and bodybuilding had on his life.

Ferrigno, who as a bodybuilder won several top titles and famously competed with Arnold Schwarzenegger for the 1975 Mr. Olympia crown and failed — as depicted in the film “Pumping Iron ...

Before he was a famous actor, Lou Ferrigno was a professional bodybuilder – winning the Mr. America AND Mr. Universe titles! And, in some way, he will forever hold that title due to his lead role as ...