DJ Khaled reveals he lost a whopping 75 pounds; says this is the real reason behind his weight loss

DJ Khaled is opening up about a major change in his life, revealing that he has lost 75 pounds over the past year with the help of weight-loss medication Wegovy. The music producer, known for his energetic performances and larger-than-life personality, says the decision to focus on his health was driven by his family and a moment on stage that made him realise he needed help. The 50-year-old has combined the prescription medication with changes to his eating habits and a more active routine. He is now sharing details of his transformation through a partnership with pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk.

DJ Khaled recalls moment that pushed him to take his health seriously

In an interview with People, Khaled recalled struggling during a concert in October 2025. After kneeling while performing, he found it difficult to get back up. Friends also noticed that he was breathing heavily. The experience made him realise that his weight was affecting his ability to perform. Although he had already been trying to exercise and eat better, he felt he needed additional support. “The motivation was there, the inspiration was there, working out and trying to eat better, but I needed help,” he said, according to Entertainment Weekly. DJ Khaled later spoke to his doctor and began taking Wegovy, a prescription medication used for weight management.

How golf, walking and food habits helped his transformation

Medication was not the only part of Khaled's journey. He has made walking and golf regular parts of his routine, often walking the entire 18-hole course instead of using a golf cart. In an interview with Yahoo, he said the activity helps him reach at least 12,000 steps on many days, with some days bringing even more. He has also changed his eating habits. Rather than eating large portions, he says he now usually has lunch and dinner, with lighter snacks such as cucumbers, olives and fruit in between.

Khalid's children became his biggest motivation

DJ Khaled shares two sons, Asahd and Aalam, with his wife Nicole Tuck. He said becoming healthier was important because he wants to remain active and be present as they grow up. “When you become a father, you live for your kids and the kids make you live,” he told Yahoo.

He has also said that he feels healthier and more energetic following the changes. While he hopes to reach 200 pounds, he stressed that his main goal is to maintain his health. His story also adds to the growing number of celebrities speaking publicly about GLP-1 weight-management medications. However, individual results vary, and such prescription treatments should be considered with guidance from a healthcare professional.