An increasing number of Hollywood celebrities are joining Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Scarlett Johansson is one of the latest additions to the sport. Others include Vin Diesel, Ashton Kutcher, Usher and Prince Jackson. Johansson is currently training with Jiu-Jitsu master Rigan Machado for her role as the Black Widow in the popular “Iron Man” films.
The majority of celebrities committed to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu do their training sessions at the Gracie Academy, located in Beverly Hills. Some do it for the great workout the sport offers, while others use Jiu-Jitsu to train for roles in action films.
