DJ Khaled lost 75 pounds through a combination of the GLP-1 medication Wegovy and significant lifestyle adjustments, the rapper confirmed.
The 50-year-old musician shared the details of his physical transformation during an exclusive interview with E! News. He credited his motivation to his family, noting that his wife and children inspired the shift in his health priorities as he entered a new decade of life.
“When I turned 50, I woke up and thought, ‘You know, it’s time to take it to the next level,’” Khaled told E! News’ Will Marfuggi.
Khaled is now utilizing his personal experience to promote a wellness approach he calls his “Walk, Golf… And Wegovy” campaign. This strategy blends pharmaceutical assistance with consistent physical activity to maintain his results.
While the medication played a central role in his weight loss, Khaled emphasized that he did not rely on it in isolation. He has integrated various forms of exercise into his daily routine to supplement the treatment.
Walking on the golf course has become a primary method for him to stay active. However, he also incorporates more traditional gym workouts depending on the weather and his schedule.
“I do gym,” Khaled explained. “I’ve got two treadmills here. I’ve got an elliptical here. I’ve got ropes tied to my tree. I dip and dab into some of the things. When it’s raining, I try to do at least 10,000 steps on the treadmill.”
High-profile figures using Wegovy often increase scrutiny of GLP-1 medication use in the United States. These drugs, which mimic hormones that target areas of the brain that regulate appetite, have moved from niche clinical applications to mainstream cultural conversations regarding weight management and metabolic health.
Khaled’s transparency regarding his use of the medication arrives as more public figures discuss the intersection of medical intervention and lifestyle discipline. His approach suggests a hybrid model—using clinical tools to jumpstart progress while building the mechanical habits, such as hitting a 10,000-step goal, necessary for long-term maintenance.
“My kids and my wife inspired me,” Khaled told E! News.