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John Goodman | Source: Getty Images
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John Goodman, 73, Shows Off His 200-Pound Weight Loss at Los Angeles 'Smurfs' Premiere – Photos

Andrii Tykhyi
Jul 15, 2025 - 08:18 A.M.

When the 73-year-old actor stepped onto the blue carpet in Los Angeles this weekend, it wasn't his legendary voiceovers or decades-long career that had everyone doing a double-take; it was how unrecognizable he looked.

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At the Los Angeles premiere of "The Smurfs Movie" on Sunday, July 13, 2025, John Goodman made a striking appearance, and fans couldn't stop talking about it. The buzz wasn't about the movie itself, but about the man voicing Papa Smurf.

The iconic actor looked dramatically different after reportedly shedding 200 pounds, drawing both praise and surprise from fans as he posed for photos in a dark navy suit. Goodman, who's been in the spotlight for decades, thanks to roles in "Roseanne," "The Big Lebowski," and most recently "The Righteous Gemstones," has been on a slow and steady health journey.

In an interview with Rolling Stone, he revealed that he lost more than 200 pounds. According to him, the weight loss is a result of long-term lifestyle changes that include cutting out alcohol, watching his portions, and sticking to regular workouts.

Photos from the premiere quickly spread across social media, and so did the opinions. On Instagram, fans flooded the comment section of People Magazine's post.

2nd pic he looks totally diff. Younger. He needs to wear a better suit tho!!! [sic]" one Instagrammer wrote. Another chimed in with a more balanced take, "I'm glad he lost the weight, but I think he lost a little too much. If he feels good in that, then that's great and as long as he's healthy. ❤️[sic]" And one netizen said, "He looks younger."

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But not everyone was convinced. While many fans applauded Goodman's transformation, others weren't so sure. Over on Facebook, Fox News shared the premiere photos, sparking a wave of mixed reactions.

"Looked healthier when he was bigger," one person commented. "I would have never recognized him," another added. And some were nostalgic for his old look, writing, "Honestly, he looked better with more weight on him."

The same sentiment carried over to the comments on Just Jared's Facebook page, with one comment reading, "I am very happy that he has lost all his weight, but I think John is the kind of person that looks healthier when he has a tiny bit more weight on him."

"Doesn't look like him," another person said bluntly. Another commenter wrote, "He sadly looks about 20 years older now, but I'm sure he feels better," while another summed it up with, "He looks healthier but not as huggable."

Despite the mixed reviews, it is clear that John Goodman is still very much himself, just in a smaller frame. With his career thriving, the icon's not slowing down anytime soon. Whether fans preferred the "old Goodman" or embraced the "new Goodman," most agree that as long as he's happy and healthy, that's what truly matters.

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1989 – 1 of 25

On September 16, 1989, John Goodman attended the 41st Annual Primetime Emmy Awards Rehearsals at Santa Monica Civic Auditorium in Santa Monica, California. He wore a blue denim trousers and a T-shirt while holding a box.

On September 16, 1989, John Goodman attended the 41st Annual Primetime Emmy Awards Rehearsals at Santa Monica Civic Auditorium in Santa Monica, California. He wore a blue denim trousers and a T-shirt while holding a box.

1992 – 2 of 25

Actor John Goodman attended the 49th Annual Golden Globe Awards. For the January 18, 1992 event, he sports a denim on denim trousers and T-shirt paired with a gray long-sleeved jacket. He was photographed with his hands in both pockets of the trousers.

Actor John Goodman attended the 49th Annual Golden Globe Awards. For the January 18, 1992 event, he sports a denim on denim trousers and T-shirt paired with a gray long-sleeved jacket. He was photographed with his hands in both pockets of the trousers.

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1994 – 3 of 25

At the 46th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards on September 11, 1994 at Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California, Goodman was photographed in a white shirt tucked into a suit, paired with a bow tie.

At the 46th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards on September 11, 1994 at Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California, Goodman was photographed in a white shirt tucked into a suit, paired with a bow tie.

1998 – 4 of 25

Actor John Goodman was spotted in a blue T-shirt with wordings tucked into denim trousers. He wore a deep blue hoodie over the T-shirt and finished off his look with a brown long-sleeve jacket. The actor posed with his left hand tucked into the left pocket of the denim.

Actor John Goodman was spotted in a blue T-shirt with wordings tucked into denim trousers. He wore a deep blue hoodie over the T-shirt and finished off his look with a brown long-sleeve jacket. The actor posed with his left hand tucked into the left pocket of the denim.

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1999 – 5 of 25

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the hit comedy show "Saturday Night Live," Goodman was photographed in a chic-looking suit. He was caught on camera laughing, with an unidentified woman by his side at the September 26, 1999 event at NBC Studios in New York City.

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the hit comedy show "Saturday Night Live," Goodman was photographed in a chic-looking suit. He was caught on camera laughing, with an unidentified woman by his side at the September 26, 1999 event at NBC Studios in New York City.

2001– 6 of 25

Dressed in a white shirt with black buttons tucked into a black suit and a big smile on his face, Goodman was photographed with an award during the 27th Annual People's Choice Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California.

Dressed in a white shirt with black buttons tucked into a black suit and a big smile on his face, Goodman was photographed with an award during the 27th Annual People's Choice Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California.

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2002 – 7 of 25

Goodman was spotted leaving an undisclosed location at night. He carried a blue and black bag in his left hand while sporting denim trousers, a dark colored jacket worn over a yellow T-shirt.

Goodman was spotted leaving an undisclosed location at night. He carried a blue and black bag in his left hand while sporting denim trousers, a dark colored jacket worn over a yellow T-shirt.

2004– 8 of 25

During  CBS Primetime 2004-2005 UpFront - Party at Tavern on the Green in New York City, Goodman posed for photos in a creamish-brown trousers with brown belt worn on a light blue shirt. He paired the shirt with a striped tie in dark blue color before finishing off the outfit with a black suit jacket.

During CBS Primetime 2004-2005 UpFront - Party at Tavern on the Green in New York City, Goodman posed for photos in a creamish-brown trousers with brown belt worn on a light blue shirt. He paired the shirt with a striped tie in dark blue color before finishing off the outfit with a black suit jacket.

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2006 – 9 of 25

Goodman arrived at the Trevor Project's 9th annual Cracked XMas "Mistletoe, Mischief & Myrrh!" event, dressed in his signature denim trousers worn on a white patterned shirt and a black suit jacket. He also sported his signature grin-like smile.

Goodman arrived at the Trevor Project's 9th annual Cracked XMas "Mistletoe, Mischief & Myrrh!" event, dressed in his signature denim trousers worn on a white patterned shirt and a black suit jacket. He also sported his signature grin-like smile.

2008 – 10 of 25

At the "Speed Racer" European premiere at CineStar at Potsdamer Platz in Berlin, Goodman stepped on the red carpet in a white shirt, unbuttoned at the top, tucked into a black suit. He was caught on camera looking up at something.

At the "Speed Racer" European premiere at CineStar at Potsdamer Platz in Berlin, Goodman stepped on the red carpet in a white shirt, unbuttoned at the top, tucked into a black suit. He was caught on camera looking up at something.

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2009 – 11 of 25

Goodman sported a shirt over a trouser in brown shade. The actor posed with both hands in the pockets of the trousers at the photocall of "Pope Joan" at Hotel Ritz Carlton on October 19, 2009 in Berlin, Germany.

Goodman sported a shirt over a trouser in brown shade. The actor posed with both hands in the pockets of the trousers at the photocall of "Pope Joan" at Hotel Ritz Carlton on October 19, 2009 in Berlin, Germany.

2011 – 12 of 25

In 2011, Goodman attended the Season 4 premiere of "Damages" at the Paris Theatre in New York. He donned a trousers in cream color, worn over a white shirt and tie. The outfit was paired with a black suit jacket.

In 2011, Goodman attended the Season 4 premiere of "Damages" at the Paris Theatre in New York. He donned a trousers in cream color, worn over a white shirt and tie. The outfit was paired with a black suit jacket.

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2012 – 13 of 25

With a playful frown and tight lips, Goodman took pictures on the green carpet of the Warner Bros. Pictures' "Trouble With The Curve" premiere at Regency Village Theatre, in Westwood, California.

With a playful frown and tight lips, Goodman took pictures on the green carpet of the Warner Bros. Pictures' "Trouble With The Curve" premiere at Regency Village Theatre, in Westwood, California.

2013 – 14 of 25

Goodman had a late night with Jimmy Fallon during the show's 941st episode in 2013. Dressed in a dark colored shirt and black suit, he appeared behind a blue curtain in a tight lipped grin.

Goodman had a late night with Jimmy Fallon during the show's 941st episode in 2013. Dressed in a dark colored shirt and black suit, he appeared behind a blue curtain in a tight lipped grin.

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2015 – 15 of 25

Dressed in a black suit with strips, worn over a shirt with patterns and a blue polka-dot tie, Goodman stepped onto the blue carpet at a screening of "Trumbo" during the BFI London Film Festival at Odeon Leicester Square. He completed his ensemble with a beard and a smirk on his face.

Dressed in a black suit with strips, worn over a shirt with patterns and a blue polka-dot tie, Goodman stepped onto the blue carpet at a screening of "Trumbo" during the BFI London Film Festival at Odeon Leicester Square. He completed his ensemble with a beard and a smirk on his face.

2017 – 16 of 25

Honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2017, John Goodman posed playfully on the red carpet in a dark suit and gold tie, resting beside his newly unveiled star.

Honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2017, John Goodman posed playfully on the red carpet in a dark suit and gold tie, resting beside his newly unveiled star.

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2018 – 17 of 25

For the annual Golden Globe Awards, Goodman appeared on the red carpet in a simple but classy white shirt tucked into a black suit. He wore a big smile with his palm on top of the other.

For the annual Golden Globe Awards, Goodman appeared on the red carpet in a simple but classy white shirt tucked into a black suit. He wore a big smile with his palm on top of the other.

2019 – 18 of 25

Goodman attended the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations: "Black Earth Rising" at The Robin Williams Center in 2019 in New York City. He wore a gold coloured jacket over an orange vest. The top part of the white shirt worn under the vest sticks out. He sat his glasses on the orange vest.

Goodman attended the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations: "Black Earth Rising" at The Robin Williams Center in 2019 in New York City. He wore a gold coloured jacket over an orange vest. The top part of the white shirt worn under the vest sticks out. He sat his glasses on the orange vest.

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2021 – 19 of 25

In Los Angeles, California, actor Goodman attended the TUBI's "The Freak Brothers" Experience held at Fred Segal in 2021. He wore a classic tweed blazer in a charcoal-brown tone, layered over a bright orange V-neck sweater. Beneath the sweater, a light blue button-up shirt adds contrast and balance, giving the outfit a refined, layered effect.

In Los Angeles, California, actor Goodman attended the TUBI's "The Freak Brothers" Experience held at Fred Segal in 2021. He wore a classic tweed blazer in a charcoal-brown tone, layered over a bright orange V-neck sweater. Beneath the sweater, a light blue button-up shirt adds contrast and balance, giving the outfit a refined, layered effect.

2023 – 20 of 25

At the 62nd Monte Carlo TV Festival, Goodman showcased his remarkable weight loss in a sharp black suit paired with a silver shirt and red patterned tie, exuding elegance on the pink carpet. His slimmer physique and confident smile highlight a striking transformation and renewed vitality.

At the 62nd Monte Carlo TV Festival, Goodman showcased his remarkable weight loss in a sharp black suit paired with a silver shirt and red patterned tie, exuding elegance on the pink carpet. His slimmer physique and confident smile highlight a striking transformation and renewed vitality.

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2025 – 21 of 25

In 2025, Goodman appeared notably slimmer and confident in a navy suit paired with a crisp white shirt and a dotted black tie, highlighting his impressive weight loss. His composed expression and neatly styled hair reflect a poised and confident presence on the "The Smurfs Movie" premiere red carpet.

In 2025, Goodman appeared notably slimmer and confident in a navy suit paired with a crisp white shirt and a dotted black tie, highlighting his impressive weight loss. His composed expression and neatly styled hair reflect a poised and confident presence on the "The Smurfs Movie" premiere red carpet.

2025 – 22 of 25

From a different angle at "The Smurfs Movie" premiere in 2025, Goodman showcased his newly achieved slimmer figure. The actor exuded confidence and style in a navy suit paired with a crisp white shirt and a dotted black tie.

From a different angle at "The Smurfs Movie" premiere in 2025, Goodman showcased his newly achieved slimmer figure. The actor exuded confidence and style in a navy suit paired with a crisp white shirt and a dotted black tie.

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2025 – 23 of 25

Goodman stood in a stylish pose on the blue carpet of the "The Smurfs Movie" premiere in Los Angeles, California. The actor wore a bright smile in his simple yet telling outfit.

Goodman stood in a stylish pose on the blue carpet of the "The Smurfs Movie" premiere in Los Angeles, California. The actor wore a bright smile in his simple yet telling outfit.

2025 – 24 of 25

With a big grin and happy smile, Goodman showcased his slimmer physique on the "The Smurfs Movie" premiere in 2025 held in Los Angeles. He exuded confidence in his ensemble as he posed with both hands in his suit pockets.

With a big grin and happy smile, Goodman showcased his slimmer physique on the "The Smurfs Movie" premiere in 2025 held in Los Angeles. He exuded confidence in his ensemble as he posed with both hands in his suit pockets.

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2025 – 25 of 25

Goodman attended the "Smurfs" U.S. Premiere at Paramount Pictures Studios on July 13, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. The actor posed on the blue carpet with a bright and happy smile.

Goodman attended the "Smurfs" U.S. Premiere at Paramount Pictures Studios on July 13, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. The actor posed on the blue carpet with a bright and happy smile.

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