Biggest Loser’s Bob Harper Calls Out Jillian Michaels for This Snub

by

Bob Harper endured a big loss after experiencing a major health crisis.

It appears that a former contestant of “The Biggest Loser” seemingly hinted at an ongoing dispute with his costar, Jillian Michaels, by suggesting that following his life-threatening heart attack in February 2017, he received sympathetic messages from numerous colleagues on the NBC reality show but surprisingly did not receive any from his fellow trainer.

In a conversation with The Guardian, published on August 14, Bob, aged 59, stated that although they weren’t particularly close friends, they had worked together for a prolonged period on a television show. He further emphasized that his costar’s lack of response carried a significant message.

The fitness expert, who trained contestants on the competition show between 2004 and 2020, stated that he wasn’t entirely caught off guard by the situation. He further explained, “It wouldn’t be unusual for Jillian Michaels to act according to her own desires.

TopMob News has reached out to Jillian’s rep for comment but has not heard back.

Right after his health incident, Bob realized that even with his active lifestyle, his survival seemed to be mainly due to good fortune.

He described having a condition often referred to as a ‘widow-maker’ during an interview with Today in April 2017. This condition carried a mere 6% chance of survival. Remarkably, the fact that there were medical professionals present at the gym when he had his heart attack was what ultimately saved his life.

Despite the character from the movie “Traitors” surviving the ordeal, he confessed that the experience led him to view his health routine differently.

Following my heart attack in 2018, I experienced a profound identity shift, trying to understand what life would look like moving forward,” he said to TopMob News. “It was incredibly challenging for the former fitness enthusiast in me to adapt to the changes that had occurred post-heart attack.

Yet, even Bob – who tied the knot with Anton Gutierrez in 2019 – discovered a sense of belonging amongst those who, like him, overcame the odds. He referred to this shared experience as “a fresh opportunity for life.

He went on to acknowledge that he’s now a member of a group – the heart attack survivors group. It’s not a club one aspires to join, but once you’re part of it, you discover there are others who’ve had similar experiences. They often seek advice and emotional support.

Keep scrolling to see what more stars have said about their own health scares.

As a seasoned lifestyle enthusiast, I’d like to share an unexpected experience I encountered during a wrestling match in July 2025 against the formidable Piper Niven. In the heat of our intense encounter, her powerful elbow strike caused a subtle yet noticeable shift in one of my breast implants – an unforeseen outcome that underscores the physical intensity and unpredictability inherent in our sport.

She assured her sister Bella Garcia at the time, “Everything is alright.” She added, “We’ll take care of it someday. I informed the doctor, ‘As soon as my boots hit the floor, I’m coming back to you. Together, we’re going to ensure these girls look fabulous. These girls have a bright future ahead and they shouldn’t appear that way.’

In 2014, the actress who starred in “12 Years a Slave” was diagnosed with fibroids, which are non-cancerous growths that can appear in or around the uterus. This diagnosis came in the same year she received an Oscar for her acting performance in that movie.

It wasn’t until the year 2025 that she revealed her diagnosis on Instagram, stating she had endured in quiet struggle for over a decade.

She said, “Upon reaching puberty, we’re often led to believe that menstruation equates to pain, and this pain is just something women must endure. Unfortunately, many of us grapple with this monthly experience on our own.

 

In July 2025, the member of Daisy Jones & The Six music group announced that they had been admitted to the hospital due to a hernia, which is typically an issue with a muscular wall splitting, often occurring in the abdomen or groin region, as a result of wearing restrictive trousers.

She wrote on X, “You don’t tweet as much anymore,” she noted. “Perhaps you might have remembered that I once wore such tight pants six months ago that I ended up with a hernia, and I’ve been too afraid to mention it to you.

In an announcement made in April 2025, the former star of “Beverly Hills, 90210” shared that he had undergone surgery due to a near-burst appendix and was in the process of recovery.

A week ago, Brian mentioned in an Instagram video that he began experiencing abdominal discomfort. This led him to visit the emergency room where it was discovered he had a perforated appendix, not quite ruptured yet.

He added, “I’m on the road to recovery. It’s not an easy process. This is my first major surgery.”

Adam Devine revealed that the injuries he suffered, following an accident with a cement truck at age 11, continue to impact him up until now.

In a 2025 episode of the “In Depth With Graham Bensinger” podcast, Devine described it as an extremely difficult time: “I’ve been experiencing spasms all over. At one point, doctors told me I was close to death-quite literally, within the past year.

He mentioned that the pain fluctuates, stating, “There are quite a few oddities and imperfections within my body.

Previously part of Bachelor Nation, this individual disclosed that he sought medical attention at the hospital because of excruciating lower back pain which worsened during a camping trip in an RV with a companion, causing him to crawl on all fours.

Currently, from my toes to knees, it’s as if I’m still experiencing a peculiar tingling sensation, which is quite astonishing,” he expressed during his March 2025 episode of the Trading Secrets podcast. “To clarify, about two to four weeks ago, I was likely squatting around 295 pounds. At present, I’m unable to perform a squat using just one leg. In fact, if I attempt it now, I’d fall over – it feels as though I’ve had a stroke or something similar.

But with the help of a back specialist and some steroids, he added, “We’re on the mend.”

In March 2025, Gina Kirschenheiter from The Real Housewives of Orange County announced that her ex-husband, Matt Kirschenheiter, had undergone a heart attack, but fortunately, he managed to pull through.

In March 2025, during a New York Knicks basketball match, the well-known actor from “30 Rock” experienced a medical emergency, resulting in him being transported out of Madison Square Garden in a wheelchair.

On the next day, the comedian took to social media to reveal that it was actually food poisoning he had suffered from, and he was in the process of recovering.

In February 2025, the actress from “Even Stevens” revealed that she was accidentally shot in the face during a trip for a clay pigeon shooting celebration of her husband Brendan Rooney’s birthday.

She posted on Instagram that there was another group with us, and they mistakenly fired towards us, striking me in the face. Instantly, @thebrendanrooney took charge, evaluated my injuries, and swiftly transported me to the hospital. I was wounded in five locations; one bullet was only a fraction of an inch away from hitting me directly in my right eye.

In simpler terms, the actor previously from “Kim Possible” stated that a piece became stuck near his eye, making it currently unsafe for surgery. However, doctors are keeping close tabs on him since he can see perfectly fine at the moment.

She expressed her heartfelt gratitude for being alive and shared a profound sentiment: “My affection for my daughters, husband, family, and friends runs deep,” she conveyed. “In a moment when I glimpsed the span of my life, let me tell you this – cherish the people close to you, and offer hugs whenever possible. Life, as we know it, can unexpectedly transform in an instant.

In Amy Schumer’s own words, she expressed gratitude for the internet’s role in helping her receive medical answers. During an episode of Call Her Daddy in January 2025, she talked about dealing with online criticism after a series of interviews, and remarked that doctors chimed in with comments suggesting she might have Cushing syndrome due to unusual appearances. Although initially puzzled by being “trolled” by medical professionals, she realized they were pointing out potential symptoms caused by steroid injections she had received for her scars following surgeries. Eventually, Amy discovered she had a form of Cushing syndrome that would resolve itself naturally, and expressed relief upon learning about her health status in a February 2024 News Not Noise newsletter.

In a hockey game in December 2024, a player from the AHL had his skin sewed up with 25 stitches following an accident when another player’s skate sliced him. Later, after he completely recovered, Tom Fitzgerald, general manager of the New Jersey Devils (his father), expressed to ESPN that they felt fortunate, adding “I wouldn’t want something like that happening to any other parent.

In March 2022, Hailey Bieber experienced a terrifying incident during breakfast with her husband, Justin Bieber. She began exhibiting symptoms similar to a stroke, causing her speech to become slurred and one side of her face to droop. Despite the temporary recovery of her speech and facial movement, Hailey sought medical attention to ensure she was alright.

Upon hospital examination, it was discovered that Hailey had suffered a small blood clot in her brain, known as a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). Further investigation revealed that she had a heart condition called patent foramen ovale (PFO), which allowed the blood clot to travel from her heart to her brain.

Hailey underwent a PFO closure procedure and reported feeling well after the successful treatment. On YouTube, she shared her experience, stating, “Justin asked if I was alright, but I couldn’t respond because I wasn’t sure… I couldn’t speak, and my right side of my face started drooping.

In the same year as Hailey’s health emergency, Justin Bieber also faced a similar ordeal. Specifically, in 2022, the “Baby” singer was diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt Syndrome, a condition that led to temporary facial paralysis, ultimately forcing him to postpone the rest of his Justice World Tour. Justin explained via an Instagram video that the virus attacked nerves in his ear and face, causing partial paralysis on one side of his face. He pointed out that he couldn’t blink one eye, smile on one side of his face, or move one nostril due to full paralysis on that side. The condition also made it difficult for him to eat. However, with time, the paralysis subsided. Hailey shared on Good Morning America in June 2022 that Justin was recovering well and feeling much better despite the sudden and alarming situation. She expressed her relief that he would make a full recovery.

Jamie Foxx initially chose to keep his April 2023 hospitalization a private matter, but later shared his experiences. In Atlanta one day, he recounted in his 2024 Netflix special titled “What Had Happened Was…”, “I was experiencing such a severe headache that I asked my friend for an aspirin. Before I could take it, I went outside. I don’t remember being unconscious for 20 days.”

Upon visiting a doctor who administered a cortisone shot and sent him home, his sister Deidra Dixon then drove him to a hospital where they discovered the cause: a brain bleed that resulted in a stroke. After a surgery on the same day, Foxx woke up May 4th confined to a wheelchair, unable to walk. He then traveled to Chicago for rehabilitation and therapy.

“All I can say is that I am grateful for every prayer,” he concluded, “because I needed every one of them.

In 2019, Emilia Clarke, who is known for her role in Game of Thrones, wrote an essay titled “A Battle for My Life” in The New Yorker. In the essay, she revealed that while filming battle scenes for the show, she experienced a severe headache at the gym which led to vomiting and worsening pain. She was eventually diagnosed with a subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH), a life-threatening type of stroke caused by bleeding in the brain.

Emilia underwent immediate surgery to seal the aneurysm, but during her recovery, she experienced aphasia and began muttering nonsense. A week later, the aphasia passed, and she was discharged from the hospital after a month. However, in 2013, a growth that had been detected in a brain scan was found to have doubled in size, requiring another surgery. During this procedure, they needed to access her brain through her skull.

Fortunately, Emilia is now completely recovered and healthy.

Snoop Dogg’s daughter, Cori Broadus, expresses her gratitude for her family following a severe stroke she experienced in January 2024. Upon learning about the stroke, her loved ones quickly rushed to support her. “I informed them via text that I had just suffered a stroke and sent them a picture,” she explained to TopMob News correspondent Will Marfuggi in December 2024. “Everyone came to my aid.”

Due to additional health issues, Cori’s hospital stay was extended beyond what she initially anticipated. “I could have been discharged after the stroke,” the star of ‘Snoop’s Fatherhood: Cori and Wayne’s Story’ continued. “However, my lupus wasn’t in a good state, and my kidneys were failing. There was quite a bit happening.”

Currently, Cori is making a recovery. “I’m doing well,” she added. “I just needed to regain some motor skills. Other than that, I was alright.

During her early twenties, Shailene Woodley faced numerous health challenges. She experienced issues such as hearing loss, severe fatigue, and stomach problems from various foods. This period was marked by a variety of diagnoses from different doctors.

To find solutions, Shailene, who has a holistic background and studies herbalism, sought help from both conventional medical professionals and independent healers. This quest spanned over a decade.

During this prolonged struggle, other issues arose, including fear of food due to stomach discomfort, which led to body dysmorphia, confusion about identity, and feelings of insecurity and uncertainty about her own self-image.

However, after focusing on improving both her physical and mental health, Shailene now feels much better. She is glad to share that she is currently healthy and happy.

Read More

2025-08-15 02:47