The Bay star Daniel Ryan, who portrays the formidable DI Tony Manning in the ITV crime drama, has opened up about his weight loss transformation after fans spotted his trimmer appearance in the latest series.
The 57-year-old actor shed three stone, which caught the attention of viewers when he appeared on a weekend talk show that aired after the latest series of the drama was filmed.
Ryan distracted viewers on James Martin’s Saturday Morning after appearing as a guest last weekend.
Some fans got in touch with the actor on social media, leading Ryan to respond to one message on X.
It read: “Saw you on James Martin on Saturday and you looked incredibly well, have you lost some weight since the filming of the latest series, you looked in great shape.”
Responding, the actor shared: “For the many people asking the answer is yes, I’m about 3 stone less.”
Detailing his weight loss journey, he added: “Less carbs. Regular exercise. It was a choice I made.”
Clearing up the timeframe, he later penned: “To be clear – since filming this current series”.
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In another response, he thanked a supporter and shared his motivations for the health kick.
“I don’t judge people on their weight. My personal thing was I didn’t feel healthy. I’m 56 and my father died at 59,” he revealed.
In another sad revelation, he added: “I also lost my mum last year so I felt I needed to rethink.” (sic)
He went on to describe the transformation as “not easy,” explaining to one fan it had been a “sustained effort for 15 months”.
Impressed fans continued to praise the actor, with one writing: “Well Done Dan! I’m someone who struggles with their weight, so I know what an achievement that it is! You look great!”
“I’m just starting that road fella. You looked great on Saturday. I’m fighting bad knees and sweet food urges!!” a second commented.
Someone else enthused: “You’re looking good! Keep it up. I’m starting to feel it being in my higher 50’s. Wish I had your determination and drive.”
“Well done Daniel / Dan & congrats on latest series of The Bay. Have binge watched all episodes. Brilliant performances by ALL,” someone else added.
Another penned: “Thought so but didn’t like to say. Well done. You look really great. I myself have lost 3 stone with Slimming World and another 1lb off today.”
“I went low carb 2 years ago and now maintain. I lost 51lbs, and it’s the best thing I ever did. Well done!” one more shared. (sic)
The fifth series of The Bay recently sparked a strong reaction as fans spotted a “plot hole” in an episode.
It came as a major inconsistency baffled fans as the Morecambe Bay-based series aired a confusing conversation.
DS Jenn Townsend (Marsha Thomason) joined DI Manning at a cliffside scene following the discovery of a missing man’s body.
The two began to discuss their next steps, talking about the need for forensic evidence.
While they spoke, the duo referred to how “late” it was on two separate occasions, despite the obvious daylight.
Eagle-eyed fans quickly took to social media to point out the blunder.