Randy Jackson’s Weight Loss Transformation: See the ‘American Idol’ Judge Through the Years

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January 2, 2024 7:33PM EST
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Randy Jackson is best know for his long running gig as a judge on ‘American Idol,’ which he held from 2002-2013. He also produced ‘America’s Best Dance Crew,’ which ran from 2008-2015, and is currently the bandleader on the revival of ‘Name That Tune.’ He has three children across two past marriages, and the record exec has been open over the years about his battle with type 2 diabetes.

The Baton Rouge, Louisiana native has also publicly battled his weight — and since a surgery kickstarted his weight loss in 2003, he’s lost an impressive 114 pounds, maintaining that loss through sheer dedication and hard work. Click through to see more photos of Randy Jackson’s weight transformation through the years in our official gallery.

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Randy Jackson and Paula Abdul in 2002

Randy Jackson and Paula Abdul in 2002
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Randy Jackson and Paula Abdul in 2002. Randy has admitted he jump started a 114 pound weight loss with a gastric bypass surgery a year later, in 2003. 

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Randy Jackson in 2005

Randy Jackson in 2005
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Randy attends the American Idol Season 4 Grand Finale in Los Angeles on May 25, 2005. He rocked a stylish pinstripe suit. 

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Randy Jackson in 2009

Randy Jackson in 2009
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Randy attends the 2009 CMT Music Awards in Nashville, Tennessee, on 16 Jun 2009. He wore a bright purple shirt with a gray jacket and finished the look with a colorful tie for good measure.

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Randy Jackson in 2012

Randy Jackson in 2012
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Randy appears in New York City on 16 September 2012. He wore a fall-ready ensemble with a military style blue jacket and black pants with matching shoes.

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Randy Jackson in 2016

Randy Jackson in 2016
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Randy arrives for the Grammys Radio Row event at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on 12 Feb 2016. He wore a metallic paisley jacket paired with stylish jeans for day one of the event.

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Randy Jackson in 2018

Randy Jackson in 2018
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Randy attends the 25th Annual Race to Erase MS Gala in Beverly Hills on 20 Apr 2018. He donned a tan checkered jacket over a black print shirt and black pants, and accessorized with chic shades and a watch.

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Randy Jackson in 2022

Randy Jackson in 2022
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Randy appears thinner than ever as Kelly Clarkson is honored with star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles on 19 Sep 2022. He attended the event alongside the show’s legendary judges, including Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell.

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