Why Is Randy Jackson So Thin Now? Update On Singer's Health Problems And Weight Loss

Randy Jackson's thin appearance now is making people wonder if he has any disease making him slimmer.

Randy Jackson is predominantly known as the longest-serving judge on "American Idol."

Aside from his music career and judging days, he is also a successful entrepreneur and is the executive producer of MTV's "America's Best Dance Crew."

As of May 2020, Jackson has again joined as the bassist of the Journey band. He had previously filled in the role on the band's 1986 album "Raised on Radio."

Why Is Randy Jackson So Thin Now?

Randy Jackson has undergone an immense weight loss journey that has resulted in his thin appearance before.

He had undergone gastric bypass surgery in 2003 to lose about 114 pounds to fight off many diseases. 

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Thankfully, he recovered well from the surgery and has followed a healthy lifestyle so as not to gain overweight again. Since then, Jackson has inspired other people to follow a healthy routine and avoid overweight health problems.

Hence, his thin yet fit-looking appearance is all thanks to his undying efforts for his health.

More On Randy Jackson Health Problems And Weight Loss Surgery

Randy Jackson had to opt for the weight loss surgery as he was facing severe health problems. He weighed 358 pounds during Season 2 of American Idol and was called out for his high weight.

Not to mention, Randy started becoming conscious of the health problems that his weight brought in.

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The next year he was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, and he was forced to lose some weight by his late father as well.

After many failed attempts, Randy took on the initiative of medical help and showed extra effort in his diet and exercise. To his efforts, Randy is fit and healthy today while he fights diabetes on the side.

The bassist is open about his weight loss journey and often talks about it in public.

Does Randy Jackson Have Cancer? Details On His Disease

Randy Jackson does not have cancer, as confirmed by the star himself. Instead, he is alert about his type 2 diabetes that he caught during his weight issues.

Fans were making assumptions about his disease looking at his rapidly slimming body, asking if he has cancer. Fortunaltely, there is no serious illness causing his condition. 

The musician turned entrepreneur now heads Unify Health Labs, a company specializing in supplying supplementary nutrients for a healthy life.

With such major efforts toward his health, Randy is sure to keep other diseases at bay, including cancer.

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