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‘American Idol’ Host Sparks Concern With Frail Appearance

“He looks frail, and can he not walk?” one Reddit user commented.

Longtime American Idol judge Randy Jackson’s return to the reality TV show has alarmed fans, who are concerned about his “frail” appearance. The 69-year-old returned alongside Paula Abdul to mentor Season 24’s class of semifinalists. He appeared noticeably thinner than fans may remember from his original 12-season run as a judge, which lasted from 2002 to 2013. One Reddit user wrote, “He looks frail, and can he not walk? Sitting in a chair when meeting everyone.” Another commented, “What is wrong with Randy Jackson? It looks as though he has aged 50 years in the last five years.” A user on X added, “Is Randy Jackson ok? Looks and sounds so weak.” Jackson was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in 2002 and has been open about undergoing gastric bypass surgery in 2003, after which he lost more than 100 pounds. The former judge also received spinal surgery in 2019 to treat a back injury. Jackson has not shared any recent health updates.