Billy Gardell Shares How Weight-Loss Surgery Saved His Life After Dropping 170 Lbs

Billy Gardell talks about weight-loss surgery saving his life

Mike & Molly actor Billy Gardell recently discussed his dramatic weight-loss journey, sharing that it not only changed his life but apparently saved it. When he had his breakthrough with Mike & Molly, Gardell weighed 350 lbs. He struggled with weight from a young age, using food as a coping mechanism.

After being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, Gardell eventually lost 170 lbs. During an appearance on the Breaking Bread podcast, Gardell revealed that his weight-loss surgery back in 2021 saved him. He also mentioned developing concerns about his heart and cholesterol, noting that playing sports when he was young and having good genetics helped him carry the weight longer before realizing one cannot outrun it.