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PHOTO Legendary Actor Lost 90kg and Looks Unrecognizable! He Shocked Fans With His Appearance
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PHOTO Legendary Actor Lost 90kg and Looks Unrecognizable! He Shocked Fans With His Appearance

From Veฤernji List · () Croatian

Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Actor John Goodman has undergone a dramatic physical transformation, losing approximately 200 pounds.
  • His weight loss is attributed to quitting alcohol, adopting a Mediterranean diet, and a rigorous exercise routine.
  • Fans and colleagues have expressed surprise and admiration for his unrecognizable appearance.

Legendary actor John Goodman has left fans and colleagues astounded with a dramatic physical transformation, shedding an estimated 200 pounds. The star, best known for his role as Dan Conner in the iconic sitcom "Roseanne," now looks so different that even his most dedicated admirers struggle to recognize him in recent photographs.

He was my childhood! A legend! I love that I can tell someone that. If you know, you know.

โ€” David DeLuiseCommenting on meeting John Goodman and recognizing his transformation.

Actor David DeLuise shared a photo of Goodman, whom he encountered in a store, on his Instagram profile. "He was my childhood! A legend! I love that I can tell someone that. If you know, you know," wrote the "Wizards of Waverly Place" star. Fans reacted with surprise, with comments like, "One of the favorite TV dads from the 80s/90s," "Is that John Goodman? He looks unrecognizable," and "Yes, he looks a lot different, but I bet he feels good."

Goodman's journey toward a healthier lifestyle began in 2007 when he made the pivotal decision to quit alcohol, marking the start of his sobriety. He admitted to being tired of constant exhaustion and illness, and fed up with his reflection. "You look in the mirror every day and say: 'Do I have to deal with this guy for the rest of the day?'" he vividly described his struggle in an interview with Howard Stern.

One of the favorite TV dads from the 80s/90s

โ€” FanReacting to a photo of John Goodman.

Following his sobriety, Goodman implemented a strict regimen with the help of a trainer. His diet emphasizes Mediterranean principles, focusing on fish, nuts, olive oil, vegetables, and fruits, while completely eliminating sugar. He also adopted a rigorous exercise routine, working out six days a week. This includes daily walks of 10,000 to 20,000 steps and boxing, which he credits for significantly aiding his transformation. Goodman stressed the importance of patience and a gradual approach, noting past instances where he lost weight only to regain it quickly. "Sometimes I would lose about 30 pounds and then reward myself with a beer and soon go back to the old ways. This time I wanted to go slowly. Move, exercise. I'm getting to the age where I can no longer afford to sit around and do nothing," he told ABC.

Is that John Goodman? He looks unrecognizable

โ€” FanExpressing surprise at John Goodman's changed appearance.

His persistence has paid off, resulting in not only a physical change but also a calmer demeanor after quitting alcohol. Goodman considers his healthy lifestyle a lifelong process. The article also briefly mentions a "secret wedding" and a short-lived marriage of a "our singer" as unrelated side notes.

Yes, he looks a lot different, but I bet he feels good.

โ€” FanCommenting on John Goodman's physical transformation.
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Originally published by Veฤernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.