Ed Sheeran is embracing a healthier lifestyle — not for a film role or media moment, but to be “a responsible dad.”
The Grammy-winning artist showed off his incredible transformation during a recent interview with Men’s Health UK.
He revealed he has lost about 30 pounds in recent months after adopting a new fitness routine, shedding pounds in a way that’s as much about mindset as muscle.
The 34-year-old chart-topping musician, known for hits like “Shape of You,” “Perfect” and “Thinking Out Loud,” has been spotted looking noticeably leaner — and he feels better for it.
Sheeran Reveals When He Made the Change
He told the outlet the simple reason he embarked on his health journey.
“I became a dad,” Sheeran noted. “I remember Lyra was two weeks old and I had my best mate round and we had a bottle of wine. I went to bed, then Lyra woke up 20 minutes after I’d fallen asleep.”
He added, “I was like, ‘[explicitive], I probably shouldn’t drink if I’m going to feel this dreadful, I want to be able to do the night stuff.’”
Sheeran shares two children with his wife Cherry Seaborn: daughters Lyra, 5, and Jupiter, 3.
He added the lifestyle overhall has helped his mental health as well.
“I do think that wellness is a direct mirror to mental health and the way you feel,” he continued. “I always felt like [explicitive] within myself; I’d wake up and look in the mirror and just feel gross.”
But Sheeran said he still will have a good time on ocassion.
“I’m not saying I’m done with enjoying myself, I still drink,” he said. “I love red wine, I love a nice meal, but it’s not every day.”
Sheeran has spoken openly in recent years about how fatherhood has reshaped his priorities.
He and his wife welcomed their first child in 2023 and a second in 2024, milestones that forever altered the singer’s outlook.
He added how he wants to be present and engaged with his children, and that motivating factor is at the heart of his new fitness routine.
Rather than dramatic diets or sudden extremes, Sheeran’s weight loss appears is rooted in consistency: regular workouts, mindful eating, and a sustainable approach he can maintain long-term.
Fans Can’t Get Enough
Fans were quick to compliement the singer for his impressive figure.
“Looking insanely good, but best of all is the better health 💪 Keep up the good job Ed!” one user wrote.
Some even poked fun at one one his songs, as they praised the singer. “I’m in love with the shape of you,” one user added.
Many couldn’t resist commenting on one of his past song lyrics that said “I’m a singer that you never wanna see shirtless.”
