AceShowbiz - Comedian Jim Gaffigan has struggled with weight gain for most of his adult life. Despite working out twice a day in his 20s to maintain a thin physique, a slowing metabolism and other health issues made it increasingly difficult to stay in shape. Last year, his doctor suggested weight-loss medication, and Gaffigan, despite some initial skepticism, decided to try it.

Gaffigan initially had low expectations, but once he started seeing the number on the scale go down, he was sold. He credits his weight loss to Mounjaro, a brand-name prescription drug used to treat type 2 diabetes that has also shown promising results for weight loss.

In his upcoming stand-up special, "The Skinny", which premieres on Hulu on November 22nd, Gaffigan delves into his weight-loss journey, discussing the stigma surrounding medication-assisted weight loss and emphasizing that there is nothing wrong with seeking help for a healthier lifestyle.

As he looks forward to his upcoming North American tour with Jerry Seinfeld next year, Gaffigan is excited to try different foods in each city. He remains active by walking around New York City, where he lives with his wife and five children, and uses his Apple Watch to track his steps.

Gaffigan's experience is part of a growing trend of celebrities turning to diabetes medications like Mounjaro as a weight-loss aid. Other notable figures who have shared their weight-loss journeys using this medication include Bonnie Chapman, the daughter of Dog the Bounty Hunter.