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Reality Star Costa Osadchi Loses 105 Kg Ahead of MasterChef Dream Team Return

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By דסק קשת 12

First reported by N12 · Aug 14, 2026

What happened

Costa Osadchi, a reality TV star, has lost 105 kg and returns to compete in MasterChef: Dream Team after previously withdrawing due to his wife's childbirth. His transformation is documented on social media, and he credits his wife for his health turnaround.

  • 01Costa Osadchi lost 105 kilograms since his last MasterChef appearance.
  • 02He returns to compete in MasterChef: Dream Team at age 40.
  • 03Costa withdrew from season 8 when his wife went into labor.
  • 04He began his weight loss journey on the show Laredet BeGadol, losing over 50 kg.
  • 05Costa credits his wife for helping him maintain his health and fitness.
  • 06The new MasterChef season features 12 returning contestants including Costa.

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N12Center · HebrewAug 14, 2026
Reality Star Costa Osadchi Loses 105 Kg Ahead of MasterChef Dream Team Return
MakoCenter · HebrewAug 14, 2026
Reality Star Costa Osadchi Loses 105 Kg Ahead of MasterChef Dream Team Return

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