Randall Darius Jackson is an American record executive, television presenter and musician, best known as a judge on American Idol from 2002 to 2013. Jackson began his career in the 1980s as a session musician playing bass guitar for an array of jazz, pop, rock, and R&B performers.
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In 2003, Jackson lost 114 pounds (52 kilograms) following gastric bypass surgery. He stated in a February 2008 television commercial that he has type 2 diabetes.
In May 2020, Jackson was rehired as bassist for Journey following their sudden split with founding member Ross Valory. Jackson had previously filled the role on the band’s 1986 album Raised on Radio and its tour.
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What happened to Randy Jackson?
The former American Idol judge has been dealing with a major health issue for over 20 years. He had lost over 200 pounds and looked very frail and skinny. Fans were concerned for Randy and took to X, formerly Twitter, to comment on his appearance.
One fan asked: “@kellymarklive Is Randy Jackson okay? Why didn’t he walk out When introduced, but started the interview seated?” He was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in 2002.
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