“Damn I’m in Tears”: Barber’s Kind Gesture Toward Cancer Patient Leaves 57-Year-Old Bodybuilding Legend and Fans Emotional
In 2000, the bodybuilding legend Flex Wheeler decided to retire from his professional career, yet his extraordinary legacy lives on. Frequently regarded as one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time, he has motivated countless athletes to follow a similar journey. Wheeler believes that kindness and determination are two qualities that people should live by. He has often shared videos of people who do such deeds of kindness, on his social media. And ‘The Sultan of Symmetry’ has once again captured the hearts of his fans through a touching video shared on his Instagram.
The video showcases an emotional moment at a barbershop, where a woman fighting cancer decides to shave her head. The barber smiles as he trims his own head, aiming to comfort her. Meanwhile, the other barbers in the shop join in this compassionate act. Consequently, all of them shave their heads, which brings her to tears of relief and comfort. The act of kindness displayed by the young man and his fellow patrons has struck a chord with viewers, prompting an outpouring of heartfelt comments from inspired fans.
Fans expressed their emotions in comments on Flex Wheeler’s Instagram post
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Wheeler’s emotional side was visible in the caption, as he penned, “Actions speak louder than words 🙏🏾 GOD IS LOVE 🙏🏾 “ The video’s emotional impact is evident in its overwhelming response from the former Olympia contender’s followers. The comments section was flooded with empathy, admiration, and gratitude. One fan, moved by the display of humanity, expressed, “Damn, I’m in tears at my son’s practice.” Another fan lauded the act, commenting, “Now that’s a barbershop. Awesome guys.”
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Moreover, the video especially connected with those who have seen the struggles faced by their dear ones fighting cancer. One fan, who related the experience to their mother’s journey, shared, “Seeing my mum go through the same thing makes me cry. What a wonderful group of people.”
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The impact of Flex Wheeler’s video extends beyond the realm of social media, as fans acknowledge the need for more acts of kindness and compassion in the world. Commenting on the video, one fan expressed, “We need more people like them to make this world better.” Another fan who shared the emotion wrote, “There are still some good young men out there being raised by good parents.” One fan loved the act and penned, “Love this and the power of connection.”
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As viewers shed tears of compassion and gratitude, this poignant moment serves as a reminder of the enduring power of kindness and unity in the face of adversity.
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Simar Singh Wadhwa