In his new memoir, former Los Angeles radio and TV announcer Elliot Mintz reflects on his friendship with John Lennon and Yoko Ono, revealing that the couple was “obsessed” with staying skinny. Mintz claims that Lennon kept a journal tracking his weight daily, and the couple had endless questions about dieting, even asking Mintz to find them “diet pills.” He also describes their extensive wardrobe organized according to waist size, as well as their refrigerator filled with unrecognizable health foods.
Mintz shared anecdotes about his time with the famous couple, emphasizing the close relationship he maintained with Yoko Ono and her son Sean Lennon since John Lennon’s death in 1980. The memoir, “We All Shine On: John, Yoko, & Me,” offers a look into the private lives of the iconic pair, showing a side of them that the public rarely got to see.
The book sheds light on the personal struggles that John Lennon and Yoko Ono faced behind the scenes, including their weight concerns and dietary habits. Mintz’s candid account provides fans with a deeper understanding of the legendary musician and his unconventional artist wife. Additionally, Mintz reassures readers that the memoir does not contain any sensational content, but rather offers an honest portrayal of his time spent with the iconic couple.
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