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At first, Scott Brown didn't realise the extent of his midlife weight gain. It was subtle to begin with - the gradual tightening of his waistband - but as time went by, the scales continued to climb.
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- Primary source: Daily Mail
- Published: Aug 19, 2026, 11:02 AM UTC
- Coverage area: Culture & Society
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