Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 16, 2025 · Entertainment

Craig Robinson's Stunning Transformation: How a Vegan Diet and No Alcohol Led to His Unrecognizable Look

Craig Robinson, known for playing Darryl Philbin in The Office, looked unrecognizable as he stepped out a pre-Emmys event in Los Angeles over the weekend

Craig Robinson's Jaw-Dropping Transformation: The Office Star Shows Off His Sizzling New Look!

The entertainment world is buzzing with excitement as Craig Robinson, the lovable and hilarious actor from The Office, stunned onlookers with his dramatic weight loss over the weekend. The 53-year-old star showcased his chiseled physique at a pre-Emmys event in Los Angeles, leaving fans and friends alike green with envy.

Robinson's transformation is nothing short of remarkable. Gone are the days of his chunky frames; instead, he now sports a ripped, toned body that would put many a fitness enthusiast to shame. His form-fitting black T-shirt and distressed skinny jeans hugged his new physique perfectly, while his stylish black leather shoes and silver lion head necklace added a touch of sophistication to his overall look.

In 2017, the comedian revealed he had lost 50 pounds after following a vegan diet (pictured on the Late Night with Seth Meyers show in September 2017)

But what's even more impressive is the commitment Craig has shown to his health and wellness journey. Last year, he revealed in an interview with Us Weekly that one of his ultimate goals was to live a healthy lifestyle. And it seems like he's been taking that goal very seriously indeed!

When asked about his secrets to success, Robinson dished that consistency is key, and he strives to work out every day – even if it's just for five minutes! He also confessed to loving daily walks and hikes, often using his extensive collection of walking canes from around the world (yes, you read that right – Africa, France, Jamaica, and more!) as extra support.

But what about his diet? Well, rumor has it that Craig is a huge fan of vegan food. However, in a surprising twist, he confessed to being a self-proclaimed "cheat" who still orders Pizza Hut Melts on the regular! Guess you can take the boy out of Philly, but you can't take Philly out of the boy!

The Bad Guys 2 star wore a form-fitting black T-shirt and ripped skinny jeans at the pop-up event sponsored by Dagne Dover, Ekouaer and Casa de Campo Resort & Villas

Robinson's weight loss journey began nearly eight years ago when he revealed that he had shed an impressive 50 pounds. Back then, he credited his massive transformation to a strict vegan diet and giving up booze. But what's more interesting is the fact that he claimed to have detoxed from alcohol for six months – an ambitious goal that paid off in the end!

As fans know, Craig's journey to stardom began on The Office, where he played the lovable but slightly awkward Darryl Philbin from 2005 to 2013. Since then, he's appeared in a string of hit movies and TV shows, including This Is the End with James Franco, Jonah Hill, and Seth Rogen; Hot Tub Time Machine; Brooklyn Nine-Nine; American Dad!; The Bad Guys 2; and even landed his own Peacock original series, Killing It.

But that's not all – Craig is also a talented comedian and has been touring as a stand-up performer. He's even started a funk band called Craig Robinson and The Nasty Delicious! Talk about a multi-talented genius!

Robinson showed off his toned arms as he tested out Admiral's Golf Clubs at the lounge

And if you thought that was all, hold on to your seats because we've got some juicy gossip for you. Over the summer, Robinson pulled off an epic prank on his fans by posting a video message announcing his "retirement" from comedy. But little did they know, it was all part of a clever marketing stunt for AT&T's new AI product, CrAIg!

The star-studded campaign featured none other than his The Office co-stars Angela Kinsey, Ellie Kemper, Oscar Nuñez, and Creed Bratton, who helped develop the fictional AI product. But in the end, it was all just a clever ruse to promote AT&T's innovative new technology.

So there you have it – Craig Robinson: comedian, actor, singer, writer, and now – an accomplished prankster! Stay tuned for more updates on this talented star's ever-changing journey!

Robinson starred as Darryl Philbin in The Office from 2005 to 2013

He brought his comedy to the set, which made a long-lasting impression on fans years later