Steven Seagal’s Transformation: From Action Star to Putin’s 400lb Propagandist
So, have you seen the latest footage of Steven Seagal? I mean, it's shocking—honestly, it's hard to believe this is the same guy who once flipped bad guys with slick aikido moves in films like Under Siege and Marked for Death . Now? He’s barely recognizable, waddling around Moscow’s Red Square at what’s reportedly a whopping 400 pounds. The once-commanding martial arts star has blown up in more ways than one—physically, politically, and in terms of controversy.
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Caught on camera at Russia’s recent Victory Day celebration, Seagal looked like a man fully reborn as a Kremlin mouthpiece. He strutted—well, more like shuffled—through the crowd in a billowing kimono, showing full support for his "brother," Vladimir Putin. And yes, he actually calls Putin that. He didn’t just show up for a photo-op; this was the same event where armored vehicles paraded through the square while Russian-aligned leaders clapped along. And there was Seagal, proudly observing it all near the notorious Night Wolves biker gang.
It’s not like this is his first public show of loyalty. Seagal’s been cozying up to Russia since 2016, when he officially became a citizen. Since then, he's leaned into his role as one of Putin’s loudest celebrity supporters, even starring in a Russian propaganda documentary in 2024. In that cringe-worthy piece of state TV, he roamed war-ravaged zones in Ukraine, falsely blaming Ukrainian soldiers for atrocities—footage clearly aimed at twisting the truth for international audiences.
What’s also staggering—besides his weight—is how carefully Seagal used to curate his image. A source who worked with him years ago said he was notoriously controlling about camera angles, especially when it came to hiding his weight gain. Fast forward to now, and the recent footage leaves nothing to the imagination. A far cry from the lean, black-clad action hero we once knew.
And let’s not forget why he may have felt the urge to flee Hollywood. The man’s got a past littered with allegations—from sexual misconduct to violent behavior on set. Numerous women, including well-known names like Jenny McCarthy and Portia de Rossi, have accused him of harassment. The LA District Attorney even reviewed a case, though they didn’t proceed due to the statute of limitations. It doesn’t erase the stain—it just delays accountability.
Despite a career marred by controversy and a reputation for bullying cast and crew, Seagal appears to have made peace with at least one long-time foe—Jean-Claude Van Damme. They were recently spotted together at Seagal’s 73rd birthday, sharing smiles and calling each other “friends.” Whether it’s a genuine reconciliation or another odd twist in the Seagal saga, who knows?
What’s clear, though, is that the man once known for breaking arms in tight fight scenes is now breaking expectations—just not in a good way. From Hollywood hero to Russian apologist, Steven Seagal has reshaped his legacy, and not necessarily for the better.
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