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Inside Randy Jackson’s Dramatic Weight Loss Transformation: Photos From ‘American Idol’ and Beyond

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Updated on: Nov 20, 2023 12:22 pm·

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When American Idol aired its first season in 2002, Randy Jackson became an instant hit with the audience. By season 2, the Journey bassist was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. He decided to undergo gastric bypass surgery leading to a dramatic weight loss transformation.

Before his 2003 gastric bypass surgery, Randy weighed over 350 pounds.

“I started on this health regimen many years ago while I was on Idol. I think [it was the] second season,” the Name That Tune star said during a January 2021 interview on Today. “Lost a ton of weight, started gaining it back, then went on my own journey to try and discover, ‘How do I keep it off? What do I do?'”

After the surgery, the record producer lost over 100 pounds and started an exercise regimen of Pilates and spinning.

Keep scrolling to see photos of Randy’s weight loss transformation.

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Randy Jackson Weight Loss Photos: Before, After Transformation

1987

Randy kickstarted his career as a session musician for Journey and played on their Raised on Radio album.

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2002

He helped increase American Idol’s popularity with his presence on the iconic judging panel.

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2009

The dad of three rocked a gray suit while attending the CMT Awards in Tennessee.

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2010

Randy posed with new American Idol judges Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez ahead of the season 10 premiere.

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2016

He attended an event ahead of the Grammys with American Idol winner Katharine McPhee.

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Randy Jackson Weight Loss Transformation: Photos

2018

The guitarist showed off a new look at the 25th Annual Race To Erase MS Gala.

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2021

Randy enjoyed Christmas dinner with his family and posed for a sweet snap.

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Randy Jackson sits in a chair at a music panel

2023

Randy attended a panel at Anaheim Convention Center.

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