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Country rocker Jelly Roll, who’s teaming up with wrestling superstar Randy Orton to take on Logan Paul and Drew McIntyre at SummerSlam in early August, recently opened up about his weight loss journey. In an interview with WWE broadcasters Stephanie McMahon and Elyse Ashleigh Dudzinski, the musician shared his ambitious goals and plans for surgery.
Jelly Roll revealed he’s been battling his weight since he was young, topping 300 pounds by the time he left middle school. He’s determined to break that barrier by the time he steps into the ring at SummerSlam.
Weighing in monthly, he’s confident his hard work will pay off, stating, “I’m doing the work. Ain’t no way it ain’t.”
The singer also discussed his long-term fitness aspirations. He aims to be on the cover of Men’s Health by March 2026, a goal he initially announced on his wife’s podcast in late 2024. He’s now upped the ante, hoping for a shirtless cover by 2027, though he admits that’s still a significant reach.
Part of his plan involves surgery to remove excess skin, a procedure he says is necessary for his daily life, rather than purely cosmetic. Fans have flooded social media with encouragement, praising his dedication and progress. Many have commented on his visible weight loss and expressed their admiration for his commitment to health.