You won’t believe your eyes—country music’s larger-than-life star Jelly Roll has shed almost 200 pounds, and the internet is losing its mind over his insane glow-up! The “Son of a Sinner” singer, once known for his hefty frame and wild tattoos, is looking like a whole new man, and fans are doing double-takes.
Spotted recently, the 40-year-old (real name Jason Bradley DeFord) has been flexing his slimmed-down physique, trading XL tees for a leaner, meaner vibe. Sources say he’s dropped a staggering 185 pounds since his peak weight, thanks to a hardcore mix of clean eating, intense workouts, and some serious willpower. From chowing down on comfort food to crushing it in the gym, Jelly Roll’s journey is the comeback story we didn’t know we needed.
“I feel like a new person,” he reportedly told pals, and it shows. The rapper-turned-country-crooner kicked things into high gear after tipping the scales at over 400 pounds a few years back. Now? He’s hovering closer to 200 and isn’t slowing down. Fans on X are buzzing, with one writing, “Jelly Roll out here looking like he’s ready to drop a fitness album instead of a country one!” Another chimed in, “Bro went from ‘Save Me’ to ‘Save My Waistline’—respect!”
This isn’t just about the scale, either. Jelly Roll’s been open about his mental health struggles and how shedding the weight has leveled up his confidence. Pair that with his chart-topping hits and a sold-out tour, and you’ve got a guy who’s winning at life. Oh, and did we mention he’s still rocking those face tattoos? The vibe’s different, but the swagger’s intact.
Check out the pics circulating online—trust us, you won’t recognize him. Is this the ultimate redemption arc? You tell us!
