expression, i-adjective
mere shadow of one's former self; unrecognizable
Describes someone or something that has declined so much that they are barely recognizable compared to their past state, often used for lost talent, looks, or glory.
病気で痩せて、彼は見る影もなかった。
He had lost so much weight from illness that he was a mere shadow of his former self.
かつての名選手も、今は見る影もない。
The once-great athlete is now unrecognizable.