Billy Bob's Bizarre Grape-Mustard Habit

Billy Bob Thornton detailed his lifelong health battles and extreme diet on a recent podcast. The 70-year-old actor explained his very restricted eating plan, necessitated by a rare AB negative blood type, which affects his digestion. He also has numerous allergies, preventing him from consuming wheat, dairy, shellfish, pork, or beef.

These dietary restrictions have led Thornton to discover unconventional food pairings. He shared an instance where, finding nothing safe to eat before an event, he dipped a grape in Dijon mustard, a combination he found surprisingly delicious and has since adopted as a favorite snack.

In addition to his diet, Thornton also discussed his past willingness to undergo drastic body transformations for roles, like gaining 60lbs for "Tombstone" and "U Turn," or dropping to 128lbs for "Pushing Tin." He noted that he no longer undertakes such extreme physical changes as he ages, finding them detrimental to his well-being.