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Keke Palmer drew hundreds to an ‘empowering’ Pilates class in Chicago

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A mat Pilates class taught by Keke Palmer is just what you’d imagine: a casual, friendly environment; instruction delivered in a conversational tone; and lots of laughter. Nearly 250 fans experienced it firsthand Sunday at the Salt Shed during the second annual exercise festival “Move at the Shed.” The room was bathed in tranquil green lighting, which the 33-year-old actress, singer and host complimented from the stage. Wearing hot pink leggings and a matching top, she shared anecdotes and cracked jokes as she led the attendees through leg stretches, hip rolls and squats. She occasionally sang along to the background music — a playlist of songs from her albums. Keke Palmer leads nearly 250 participants in a Pilates class during “Move at the Shed” at the Salt Shed on Sept. 13, 2026. “She feels like a friend that you know from home,” said attendee Natalie Dowdell. Candace Dane Chambers/Sun-Times The Pilates class was part of the Robbins native’s latest venture, Practice by Palmer , a dig