Orlando Bloom Reveals He Became 'Unpleasant' During Extreme Weight Loss for Role

Orlando Bloom's Intense Transformation

Orlando Bloom underwent a significant change while filming his newest project.

The renowned Pirates of the Caribbean actor discussed the rigorous diet that led to a loss of 52 pounds for his role in The Cut, detailing the profound impact it had on his mental and physical state.

“I was mentally and physically drained. I was irritable,” Bloom confessed during his appearance on This Morning on August 27. “I became a difficult person to be around. The anxiety and persistent negative thoughts were overwhelming.”

At 48, Bloom, who announced his separation from Katy Perry in July, drew parallels between his experience and that of professional boxers, noting the challenges of maintaining basic needs while adhering to strict dietary restrictions to achieve target weights. “We're expected to eat, rest, and take care of ourselves,” he remarked.

Professional Support During Transformation

To achieve his drastic weight loss, Orlando enlisted the help of a top-tier professional who had previously worked with other celebrities, including Christian Bale.

“My nutritionist was exceptional. He monitored my blood levels and more,” Bloom explained. “He gradually reduced my meals from three times a day to two, then to one. Suddenly, many foods were eliminated, leaving only protein powder as my last option. I resisted, thinking, ‘Please don’t take that away.’”

Ultimately, he shared, “In the final three weeks, my diet was basically just tuna and cucumber.”

Orlando cautioned, “I wouldn’t advise attempting this on your own. It was extremely serious and not something to be taken lightly.”

Impact on Personal Relationships

Beyond the physical strain, Bloom mentioned the effect his transformation had on his personal life. He previously spoke about how his ex-partner, Katy Perry, was deeply affected by his drastic changes.

“She saw what I was going through and said, ‘I need a stiff drink,’” he told People in September. “She was truly touched and understood the effort it took.”