Ryan Seacrest’s New Photos Spark Concern: Is He Too Thin, or Just Fit?

Ryan Seacrest has found himself the subject of online health speculation after sharing a few casual photos on Monday. While most of the pictures show him mid-workout and looking active, one in particular—snapped outside on a deck with his hands in his pockets—has fans raising eyebrows. The Internet’s verdict? Seacrest looks “too thin.”

The post has triggered a wave of concern and commentary, with people tossing around words like “frail,” “gaunt,” and even wondering aloud if he might be taking a weight loss drug.

The gossip mill kicked into full gear with some calling his appearance “alarming,” despite the fact that he looks strong and energetic in other pictures from the same batch.

Seacrest, who’ll be 51 in December, reportedly hasn’t made any dramatic lifestyle changes outside of a new fitness routine. A source close to him told media outlets that he’s perfectly healthy, but that his updated workouts have had a “visible change” on his body. That might explain the sudden shift fans are noticing—though it doesn’t seem to have calmed the noise online.

Of course, this isn’t the first time the public has overanalyzed a celebrity’s body, and it certainly won’t be the last.

But in this case, it seems the reaction may be a bit overblown. Seacrest has long been known for his tireless work ethic, packed schedule, and overall commitment to wellness. If he’s just leveling up his fitness game, maybe the Internet should take a deep breath and chill.