he 39-year-old “Somebody Save Me” hitmaker is on a roll, improving his health while maintaining the favorite meals that fuel his performances on tour.Singer and rapper Jelly Roll recently amazed fans with his dramatic weight loss, marking a turning point in his health journey under his personal chef’s guidance.
On October 21, Jelly Roll shared an Instagram video where his chef, Ian Larios, talked about the hard work the musician is putting in behind the scenes of the “Beautifully Broken” tour.
According to Larios, Jelly Roll has adopted an active lifestyle on the road, incorporating basketball, boxing, and even climbing the stairs of each arena to stay fit. He also shared how much weight the musician has lost during this fitness journey.
“He just surpassed his 100-pound weight loss,” Larios revealed, commending the artist’s commitment. To complement his exercise routine, Jelly Roll has also adopted a specialized diet.
Larios explained that Jelly Roll likes to enjoy one of his favorite pre-show snacks. The “Best For Me” singer enjoys a snack of sliced bananas drizzled with honey and topped with dark chocolate.
After performances, Larios said the musician enjoys high-protein meals like chicken breast coated with either potato or rice flour. These nutritional changes have been an essential part of his success.
In the video, Jelly Roll himself spoke about his dedication, “Next year when y’all see me, you won’t recognize me.” He expressed enthusiasm about taking his progress further, “I’m going to get under a pile of weights in a way that I never had.”
Larios’ update about Jelly Roll quickly gained traction online, as fans flooded social media with messages of support. One follower commented, “So happy he’s beginning to take care of his body!! Love him and want him to live forever!!”
A second added, “❤️❤️❤️ His passion is contagious. Good for him and his weight loss!” while another raved, “Can’t love this guy any more than I already do. !!!! He’s the real deal ❤️ [sic].” Another encouraged him, “Keep it up!! You’re doing great, one step at a time and you got this!”
Others pointed out the noticeable changes, “You look amazing. You’re absolutely killing it. I noticed a few weeks ago when I was watching a video how much you have thinned down you can tell it in your body and your face. Way to go Jelly keep it up ❤️.”
In addition to the overwhelming fan support, Larios has continually praised Jelly Roll’s progress during the tour. On September 16, he shared on Instagram that the singer has been “absolutely crushing” his health journey.
“The habits he’s been building are truly life changing and he’s doing this while also changing lives on this 56 city tour. Excited for him to show the world he’s just getting warmed up [sic]!” Larios shared.
Jelly Roll’s commitment to health hasn’t just been about diet and exercise on tour; it’s been a long-term effort. Back in May 2024, the “Whitsitt Chapel” artist achieved another major milestone: completing his first five-kilometer (5K) run.
Jelly Roll participated in the 2 Bears 5K, part of the “Netflix Is a Joke” comedy festival hosted by comedians Tom Segura and Bert Kreischer, and expressed his excitement after the event. “I couldn’t walk a mile when I started trying to do this back in January,” he recalled.
Jelly Roll spoke enthusiastically about the impact he and other larger participants had, noting how many people shared their motivation with him after the run.
He also highlighted the event’s diverse and fun atmosphere, mentioning unique participants like a man in a bear suit and people enjoying beers alongside those achieving personal records.
The experience left Jelly Roll “really motivated” to continue his health journey, and he shared that he and Kreischer got emotional at the finish line. He also admitted to feeling “a little tired,” adding, “It was a little bit harder than I thought it was [going to be], but it’s awesome, man.”
Looking ahead, Jelly Roll declared, “Next year, a half marathon! We’re saying it now, absolutely!” Leading up to the 5K, Jelly Roll trained rigorously.
In April, Jelly Roll shared how he was working out two to three miles a day, four to six days a week. He also incorporated 20 to 30 minutes in the sauna and six minutes in a cold plunge daily. “I’m probably down 70-something pounds,” he said of his progress.
Jelly Roll expressed confidence and his intention to lose even more weight. “If I feel this good down this weight, man, I can only imagine what I’m going to feel like by the time I go on tour,” he said.In addition to his personal achievements this year, Jelly Roll continues to excel as a musician. He has already won several accolades from the iHeartRadio Music Awards and Country Music Television (CMT) Music Awards. He also received his first four nominations for the Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards.
Part of his motivation stemmed from public concern about his health. Fans expressed worry after his wife, Bunnie XO, disclosed that he stepped back from social media due to bullying related to his weight.
Reflecting on this challenging period, the acclaimed musician shared, “I feel incredible. I’m surrounded by friends and family.”
In music and health, Jelly Roll’s transformation continues to inspire fans who eagerly anticipate the next chapter of his journey, cheering him on every step of the way.
