Gary Barlow Has Not Eaten a Hamburger For Over a Decade
In a surprising revelation, renowned singer Gary Barlow disclosed that he has refrained from consuming hamburgers for a staggering 14 years. The Take That star made this admission during his appearance on the BBC program ‘Saturday Kitchen’ when he was asked about his idea of ‘food heaven’.
Gary shared, “Food heaven is something I can vividly recall having for the last time in 2009. Although I don’t indulge in hamburgers frequently, I have a deep affection for them. It’s a rare treat.”
His confession surprised fellow guests on the show, but Gary explained that he abstains from burgers as a means of maintaining discipline. He went on to describe his dream version of the beloved snack, stating, “My ultimate hamburger for food heaven would have everything on it – a great bun, high-quality beef, shoestring fries, mayonnaise, ketchup, lightly pan-fried red onions, cheese… absolutely delicious.”
Throughout his career in the spotlight, the 52-year-old star has faced struggles with his weight. He shared a personal anecdote during his one-man theatre show, ‘A Different Stage’, revealing how he removed all the mirrors from his home when he battled binge eating and smoking in the late 1990s.
Recalling that period, Gary said, “One morning, I caught sight of myself in the mirror and realized I needed to take action. So I removed all the mirrors from my massive house, not a single one left.”
Furthermore, Gary reminisced about a time when he overindulged at an “all-you-can-eat buffet” and saw his weight reach 17 and a half stone. However, he emphasized that the real challenge lay in curbing his consumption habits, particularly during frequent visits to the local Chinese buffet.
While Gary Barlow continues to focus on his health and discipline, fans appreciate his candidness about his personal journey and the lengths he has gone to maintain a balanced lifestyle.
