Karl Stefanovic shows off his incredible weight loss as he plays golf with the Today team – one year after THAT ‘dad bod’ beach photo confession

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Okay, so it’s been a year since I heard this story, and it’s still making the rounds! Apparently, Karl Stefanovic had a bit of a moment when a less-than-flattering shirtless beach photo surfaced. Word is, James Packer wasn’t thrilled and jokingly (but firmly!) encouraged Karl to hit the gym and get in better shape. It’s a funny reminder that even high-profile personalities aren’t immune to a little playful ribbing – and maybe a nudge towards a healthier lifestyle!

Karl Stefanovic, 51, appears to have taken his friend’s advice and was noticeably thinner while playing golf on the Gold Coast this Thursday.

Karl looked happy and healthy, showing off his weight loss in a simple black T-shirt and jeans while practicing golf with his Today show colleagues, including co-host Sarah Abo.

Karl finished his outfit with a fashionable studded belt, modern glasses, and black and white sneakers.

At one point, the playful TV personality briefly lifted his shirt, showing off his flatter stomach.

Before heading to the golf course, Karl, Sarah, and the team from Today were spotted leaving the airport with their bags.

Someone who saw what happened said the team, after broadcasting from the Gold Coast earlier, missed their flight home to Sydney and spent the extra time playing golf.

Despite the mess with their travel plans, Karl and Sarah seemed unbothered, smiling and laughing as they walked outside the airport.

Sarah sported a white T-shirt and black jeans, while draping a cream sweater over her shoulders. 

She accessorised her look with sunglasses, a gold chain necklace, bangles, earrings and rings. 

Let me tell you, seeing Karl’s transformation has been amazing! He recently shared the story of how his good friend, James Packer, gave him a little nudge – a friendly suggestion to prioritize his health and fitness. It clearly worked, and he’s looking fantastic!

He discussed on The Kyle and Jackie O Show in November 2024 how a photo of his physique – affectionately dubbed a ‘dad bod’ – on the beach prompted a text message from the billionaire businessman, leaving him feeling humbled.

Karl Stefanovic shared a story about a photo taken of him on Christmas Day, saying it wasn’t a flattering one – he was coming out of the ocean and didn’t look his best. He told Jackie ‘O’ Henderson and Kyle Sandilands about it.

‘James Packer sends me a note that says, “Mate, you need to get your a*** to the gym.”‘

James himself recently revealed he was still gaining weight despite admitting to being on Ozempic.

‘If you’re getting notes from Packer about that, you know it’s serious,’ Kyle said.

The picture was taken in Byron Bay during the summer of 2019 while Karl was relaxing with Jasmine.

Karl even shared the photo to Instagram, joking with followers that he was pregnant.

‘After a great deal of speculation… the rumours are true,’ Karl captioned the cheeky post.

Jackie asked Karl how he coped with seeing disturbing images. He admitted he felt embarrassed, but said Jasmine had always been a great source of support.

‘I feel like it’s a lot of embarrassment, but then my wife is always so good about it,’ Karl said.

In 2020, Karl publicly committed to losing 10 kilograms in 10 weeks on the Today show, after weighing over 100 kilograms.

Karl shared that he began his weight loss journey at 105kg, which was the heaviest he’d ever weighed, and admitted it was a really embarrassing time. He was speaking with obesity expert Dr. Nick Fuller, who guided him through the process.

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2025-10-10 03:22