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Joshua Ray Walker makes Texas-sized commitment, receives ‘atta-boy’ from Jelly Roll! | Music City Minute

Jan 8, 2026, 4:35 PM | Updated: 4:37 pm

Joshua Ray Walker is an incredibly talented artist from Texas. Unfortunately, the last few years have been a personal roller coaster ride for the 32-year-old. Back in 2023, he was diagnosed with colon cancer and underwood treatment. Late in 2024, a follow up scan apparently revealed the cancer has spread to his lungs. Needless to say, Walker was preparing for the worst. That is, until just weeks later, when he learned the original diagnosis was incorrect and there were no signs of cancer anywhere in his body. The emotional and physical toll from the experience was enormous, and soon the singer ballooned to over 600 pounds. However, after seeing Jelly Roll on the cover of Men’s Health magazine, the Texas native is ready to turn his life around, announcing his plan to lose 400 pounds in 400 days. Walker started a new Instagram page in an effort to document his progress, which has already gained over 300,000 followers. Not only that, but Jelly Roll has also personally reached out with words of encouragement, as well as offering a helping hand.
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