Oscar-winning actor Russell Crowe has revealed a remarkable transformation, losing around 55 pounds over the last year through lifestyle changes and the Ways2Well wellness platform. The 61-year-old actor shared details of his weight loss journey during an appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience podcast on November 5.
While filming the historical drama Nuremberg, where he portrays Nazi official Hermann Göring, Crowe weighed approximately 277 pounds (126 kg). He has since reduced his weight to about 222 pounds (100.9 kg), crediting a tailored program introduced by Joe Rogan that focuses on healing chronic injuries and reducing inflammation in his body.
Managing Old Injuries and Reducing Inflammation
Crowe has endured numerous injuries over the years, with persistent arthritis affecting his shoulders. Through a series of injections and treatments facilitated by the Ways2Well platform, he has seen significant health improvements.
I think we talked before about just how many old injuries I carry, and how the injuries in my shoulders are deeply arthritic,
Crowe told Rogan.
But we can now see in an ultrasound that a year ago I had big thick bands of arthritis, and now it’s lessened, probably by about 70%. On one area in my right shoulder, probably by about 90%.
This reduction in arthritis has not only helped with his physical wellbeing but also contributed to his ability to maintain the weight loss and improve overall health.
Adjusting Alcohol Habits as Part of the Transformation
Alongside injury management, Crowe disclosed that cutting back on alcohol played an essential role in his weight loss. Reflecting on his working-class upbringing, where drinking was common, he explained that he now approaches alcohol with greater mindfulness.
I’m a big proponent for having a drink,
he said.
But as you get older, there are certain things that you start to learn about your capacities.
He emphasized choosing quality over quantity, explaining he saves calories by limiting casual drinking.
If I decide I’m going to have a glass of wine with dinner, then it’s going to be a really nice wine,
Crowe shared.
I try not to have casual drinks now, having a drink for the sake of it. Those add up.
Age has also shaped his drinking habits, as he noted:
Now that I’m an older guy, I know that one night a week—if I’m having fun—is plenty. I try to cut out the interstitial stuff,
he added.
Oscar Buzz Surrounding Crowe’s Latest Role
Beyond his physical transformation, Russell Crowe has attracted attention and Oscar buzz for his performance in Nuremberg. The film centers on a tense psychological confrontation between a U.S. Army psychiatrist and Hermann Göring, one of the chief Nazi war criminals, during the onset of the Nuremberg trials.
As the Nuremberg trials are set to begin, a U.S. Army psychiatrist gets locked in a dramatic psychological showdown with accused Nazi war criminal Hermann Göring.
The film also features performances by actors Rami Malek and Michael Shannon. Crowe’s last Academy Award nomination was for his role in the 2002 movie A Beautiful Mind.
Russell Crowe’s weight loss journey combined with his acclaimed acting work highlights his ongoing dedication to both personal health and professional excellence, making this a notable moment for fans and industry observers alike.
