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Jelly Roll's Weight Loss Journey: Aiming for NYC Marathon

4/23/2026

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Jason DeFord, known as Jelly Roll, a country singer, shared his weight-loss journey in a recent YouTube video after losing nearly 300 pounds.
He faced setbacks including a collarbone injury and holiday indulgence.
He weighed 276.2 pounds after gaining 12 pounds.
He plans to run the New York City marathon in November, aiming to lose 40–50 pounds.
He also wants to pose shirtless for a magazine shoot.

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Jason DeFord, known as Jelly Roll, a country singer, shared his weight-loss journey in a recent YouTube video after losing nearly 300 pounds.
He faced setbacks including a collarbone injury and holiday indulgence.
He weighed 276.2 pounds after gaining 12 pounds.
He plans to run the New York City marathon in November, aiming to lose 40–50 pounds.
He also wants to pose shirtless for a magazine shoot.