‘American Idol’ Winner Iam Tongi Shocks With 115-Lb Weight Loss, Pic
American Idol winner Iam Tongi recently showed off his stunning weight loss in a big way, and he looks much different now compared to when fans first met him. From auditioning for American Idol to the recent Lilo & Stitch premiere, he looks completely different.
American Idol: Iam Tongi Won Fans Over With Smooth Vocals And Big Personality
From the moment American Idol fans met Iam Tongi, they were swept up by his story, his big personality, and, of course, his killer vocals. The singer from Hawaii made quite the impression on the judges right from the jump, and they loved him instantly, just as the fans did.
Since his big win on American Idol, he has come a long way in his career. Of course, he is a hometown hero back in Hawaii, and he has the support of the entire community. However, based on recent updates from him, he changed his life in a big way, and the difference is drastic.
Iam Tongi Shocks With 115-LB Weight Loss
From the moment that American Idol fans first met Iam Tongi on the popular singing competition, it was obvious that he was carrying more than a few extra pounds. This became part of his charm, and a big part of how people recognized him, much in the same way that fans viewed Jelly Roll before his recent weight loss.
However, just like Jelly Roll, Iam Tongi also recently shocked his fanbase with an impressive 115-lb drop in weight, and many viewers can’t believe how far he has come on his slimming journey, especially for those viewers who remember him being larger than life in more ways than one.
‘American Idol’ Former Winner Iam Tongi has lost over 100-Lbs GOOD JOB! pic.twitter.com/VCEYX9EBH6
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American Idol: Iam Tongi Reveals Weight Loss Secrets And More
American Idol winner Iam Tongi was recently at the Lilo & Stitch premiere in Los Angeles. While there, he opened up about what helped him drop all of the weight, as well as where he is in his life right now, and he had plenty to say about it, too.
According to Tongi, he said to PEOPLE that he is “working” on himself and “trying to stay healthy.” He went on to add that he now has a fitness routine that he sticks to, as well as a personal trainer. Just based on the difference alone, something certainly seems to be working for him.
Tongi said, “We have a workout session maybe around 11, come back [home], and we go to an ice bath or sauna … or whatever it is. And then we come back, shower and go on a walk. And I’ve lost 115 lbs. It feels amazing. I feel great.”
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Tongi also made sure to give fans a teaser of what he is working on when it comes to his music, too. He said, “I moved out to Memphis, so I’ve been working out, writing, recording, and just been busy — but in a different way. I’m working on an album, actually, so I’m excited about that, and we’ll see how that goes. I’m inspired by a lot of soul. I love Al Green. Al Green is one of my favorite singers, so I’m excited for that [single].”
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