The American bassist, music manager, and former A&R Executive Randy Jackson’s shocking transformation has left the public in awe. The people are surprised with the new look of the former American Idol judge and are worried there could be a serious underlying cause to his extreme weight loss.
Randy Jackson, popularly known for his appearance as a judge on American Idol was born on June 23, 1956. Although he is currently aged 65, his looks would certainly deceive anyone.
The musician looks younger than ever with the drastic change in his overall appearance as he has shed some serious amount of fat.
There has been a huge uproar about his transformation all over the internet and media channels.
His fans and followers are concerned the musician may be having some serious terminal illness that is causing the intense loss of weight.
Is Randy Jackson sick?
Randy Jackson claims that the reason for his weight loss is not just limited to health issues, but it certainly is the major contributing factor to his transformation.
Jackson was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in 2002. Jackson has shared a video of his talk with Dr. Oz on his Instagram @randyjackson, revealing the real reason behind his “health wake-up call”.
Jackson has further explained that the contestants on the show, American Idol, constantly reminded him of his overweight whenever he would talk to the contenders about losing weight and maintaining the “star” image. He has sarcastically said, “I have mirrors in my house. I know this.”
Why does Randy Jackson get sick repeatedly?
In 2002, Randy Jackson revealed that he was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and his blood sugar was over 500 when he was taken to the emergency room.
He has also mentioned that his family has a long history of diabetes and it is hereditary.
Randy Jackson has recently been aware of the importance of health and fitness, following a strict diet, which he mockingly calls “food divorce”.
He also has started his line of health and fitness under the name Unify Health Labs, which specializes in healthcare products.
What happened to Randy Jackson?
In the early 2000s, the American Idol judge Randy Jackson weighed over 350 pounds.
Jackson’s sudden change in his appearance came as quite a shock to everyone, which raised curiosity among the fans, followers, and acquaintances.
Following his diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes and realizing that the illness is incurable but manageable, the musician decided it was time to make a change in his life.
He underwent gastric bypass surgery, which he believes to be the first stage of his recovery from the terrible disease, losing 114 pounds.
Jackson has described the struggles related to his health in his 2008 self-help book, Body With Soul.
Does Randy Jackson have cancer?
There is only news about Randy Jackson’s diagnosis of diabetes. However, the musician has no reported signs and symptoms of anything as deadly as cancer.
He has put in a lot of effort in balancing his health and maintaining a healthy figure. If anything, Randy is much healthier now than ever.