Jelly Roll

Hollywood is no stranger to jaw-dropping celebrity transformations, but Jelly Roll’s weight loss journey stands out as one of the most talked-about in recent memory. Once known for his larger-than-life presence—both in personality and physique—the performer has unveiled a striking new look, leaving fans stunned.

Each public appearance and social media post reveals a revitalized version of the star, exuding confidence and determination. His incredible transformation serves as proof that dedication and resilience can lead to extraordinary personal reinvention, inspiring countless admirers along the way.

Lizzo - 50 Pounds

The American singer and rapper Lizzo has always been known for her promotion of a healthy body image. Ever proud of her curves, she dropped an impressive 50 pounds in 2021 after committing to a ten-day smoothie detox cleanse. But that was just the start of her weight loss journey, in which she got helped by the author/nutritionist J.J. Smith.

Looking better than ever, the Detroit-born rapper is now promoting a new shapewear line. As reported by CNN in 2022, she released a collection of bras, leggings, and more called Yitty.

Rebel Wilson - 20 pounds

Pitch Perfect would certainly be a bore if it didn't include Rebel Wilson among its cast. Aside from her sensational humor and acting chops, Wilson also made headlines when she appeared on the red carpet in a totally new appearance. In fact, a lot speculated that Wilson underwent a weight-loss surgery because of her slimmed and toned down figure.

However, she claimed that her weight loss program included nothing but smaller portions, a lot of discipline, and a healthier way of living. She's now expected to star in the upcoming movie Cats, a film adaptation of the timeless musical play.

Adele - 50 Pounds

Adele is truly one of the most talented singers that we have in this generation. However, another remarkable thing about Adele apart from her music is her weight-loss journey. Since the first time she made her debut over 10 years ago with her album, 19, Adele has never been self-conscious of her weight.

In fact, she has always maintained body positivity. According to the singer, she knew that her weight had nothing to do with her career and thus, she never worried about it. Moreover, the actress knew that all music contractors knew that if they were to make any comment on her weight then she will not be working with them. However, after the birth of her son, Adele decided to lose weight and switched to a cleaner diet which didn't include her five cups of sugary tea a day. This lead to an amazing loss of 50 pounds.

Keely Shaye Smith - 105 Pounds

For many years, Keely Shaye Smith had been the subject of criticism by tabloids for her extra pounds, and when your husband is Hollywood hunk Pierce Brosnan, critics can be even harsher.

That belongs to the past though, as Shaye Smith finally decided to shed 105 pounds by shifting her nutrition habits. She also hit the gym daily, and combined with her eating healthier food, she can now be as glamorous as her hubby.

Chrissy Metz - 100 Pounds

Christine Metz is an American actress and singer. She is known for playing Kate Pearson in the NBC drama This Is Us. This show earned her Best Supporting Actress nominations at the Primetime Emmy awards and Golden Globe Awards in 2017. Metz was required to wear a fat suit for her role in American Horror Story. The experience made her realize she never wanted this for herself.

Therefore, Metz decided to utilize her resources to join a full time weight loss program. When she signed the contract for This Is Us, she had simultaneously signed up to the journey of losing weight. The requirement of that contract was for Metz to lose weight. The initial period of her program, as rumored, turned out tough. Metz was faced with a bout of depression and low energy levels on set. However, the change was visible after her break in This Is Us.

Austin "Chumlee" Russell - 75 pounds

Chumlee, or Austin Russell in real life, gained international fame for his appearance in Pawn Stars. Even while on the show, it was evident that the actor was struggling with his excess weight, with his total weight reaching up to 320 pounds.

But after several doctors have diagnosed Russell as a pre-diabetic, he decided to take control of his body by feeding it a healthy diet and working out hard. Thankfully, with his concerted efforts, he was able to shed 75 pounds. Russell, however, is aiming to lose at least up to 100 - which is really not that far off!

Mama June - 150 pounds

It's apparent that Mama June had struggled with obesity during a large portion of her life. However, the reality TV star decided to get into shape when she became a grandmother. Surprisingly, she was able to pull it off! After a series of strict diets, cosmetic, and plastic surgeries, Mama June lost at least 150 pounds!

With that, she was able to get the titular role of becoming one of America's steaming 33-year-old grandmas! Weight-loss-procedure costs are a serious expense but in some cases, they can be life-saving. In summer 2019, it was reported that Mama June struggled with opioids once again, and she now has to sober up again.

Chaz Bono - 85 pounds

Cher has a son, Chaz, who underwent several cosmetic procedures and plastic surgery to completely transition from a female to a male. In addition to his transition, Bono had an ordeal with his weight as well. However, when he joined Dancing with the Stars, Bono had lost over 85 pounds. Through working out regularly and following a balanced diet, Bono achieved a leaner and healthier body.

Does gender reassignment cost more than a weight loss procedure? We might as well ask Chaz, who appeared in the horror film 3 From Hell in 2019.

Chrissy Teigen - Undisclosed Weight Loss

Modeling figure/author Chrissy Teigen packed on some pounds in 2016 when she first carried the child of her spouse, popular singer John Legend. After having her daughter, she wasted no time in losing the extra weight and becoming fit again. She worked out regularly with a personal trainer and adhered to an easy meal program.

After having her second child, a son,  in May 2018, she had lost most of the weight by the time he was ten months old. He turned one year old in May 2019, and Chrissy started working on losing the remaining 20 pounds. In September 2018, she released her second written work called Cravings: Hungry For More.

Lisa Riley – 140 Pounds

Lisa Jane Riley is an English actress and television presenter. Riley portrayed Mandy Dingle in the television soap opera Emmerdale between 1995 and 2001, and again in 2019. She also replaced Jeremy Beadle as the presenter of You've Been Framed! Later, she was a contestant on the tenth series of Strictly Come Dancing and a panelist on the ITV daytime series Loose Women. Riley lost a whopping 140 pounds which made her barely recognizable.

The controversy after her weight loss revolved around the question that was Riley aided by gastric bypass surgery? Believe it or not, that is not the case at all According to Riley it took sheer amounts of patience and discipline. Riley included healthy meals and workout in her life. Additionally, she excluded alcohol from her diet completely. On further questioning, Riley revealed she had made food a form of comfort. Food had acted as a comfort blanket.

Kevin James - 80 pounds

Kevin James is a very talented actor who has been pursuing acting since the late 1990s. Some of his most known roles were on Paul Blart: Mall Cop, The King of Queens, and Kevin Can Wait. Back when James showcased some martial arts skills in the 2012 movie Here Comes The Boom, he actually whipped himself into shape.

He was able to do this by eating healthier and going to the gym. Reports said that he was able to lose 80 pounds. However, James' weight has been fluctuating in more recent years. James is reportedly producing a new TV movie.

Tiffani Amber Thiessen - 45 Pounds

Most people remember Tiffani Amber Thiessen from the TV series Saved by the Bell and White Collar. Although she always has been a beautiful woman, Tiffani had to lose some pounds after her pregnancy.

Thankfully, it wasn't like those crazy supermodel feats wherein they lose it all in a month. On the contrary, she did it slowly but steadily. How? She sought the help of celebrity trainer Kathy Kaehler. However, it wasn't just all about the training. The food also played a big role, and she claims food prepping changed her life for the better. As a result, she lost 45 pounds. Thiessen is currently starring in the sitcom Alexa & Katie.

Fergie - Undisclosed Weight Loss

One of the things that rapper/singer Fergie was always lauded in the media for was her gorgeous physique. Naturally, when she was carrying her first child, Axl Duhamel, in 2013, the baby weight went on. But Fergie didn't keep it on.

She turned to a sound meal program and was rigidly exercising regularly, which included doing yoga, to get back to looking like her old self again. She also watched what she ate and before her fans knew what had hit them, she was back again. In 2018, Fergie joined the judge's panel on the television singing competition program, The Four: Battle For Stardom.

Kelly Clarkson – 37 Pounds

Kelly Clarkson is a singer and songwriter who rose to fame in 2002 after she won the first American Idol. In 2004, she won two Grammys for her second album, Breakaway. Her weight has got nothing to do with her singing capabilities, but since she is a celebrity, looks are a part of the package. As the years passed there were many fluctuations in her weight and by 2006, she had a less toned body. However, during 2009-2012, Kelly had lost 30 pounds and looked very slim and toned.

In an interview recently, Kelly confided to the world about the reasons for her weight gain. In 2006 she had been diagnosed with an autoimmune disease and weight gain was an unfortunate side-effect. Kelly also stated that her pregnancy also became a factor for weight gain and to overcome these obstacles she started the Plant Paradox diet plan. It has worked wonders for her and Kelly recommends to all who are in need or just want to be healthy.

Jonathan Antoine - 56 pounds

Jonathan Antoine of Jonathan and Charlotte is best recognized for competing on Britain's Got Talent in the past. Antonie and his partner didn't win the show but it was a good stepping stone for them. Since appearing in the program, Antoine was able to lose around 56 pounds. He did this by following the Weight Watchers weight loss plan.

We're sure he still plans to achieve more when it comes to his weight loss journey. Antoine has been doing solo work in more recent years. In fact,  he even made his solo concert debut in 2018.

Oprah Winfrey - 160 pounds

Television host-turned-media mogul Oprah Winfrey has been known for being in the seesaw of weight management. Ever since 1999, Winfrey has been struggling with keeping her weight under control. In fact, at one time, she packed in 237 pounds in a year! But after that, she made a life-changing decision. She started off by doing daily workouts and following a healthy balanced diet.

During her weight loss program, she was able to lose 160 pounds. Now, the 63-year old queen of empowerment has certainly applied it to herself! Oprah holds many Weight Watchers stocks but in 2019 a rumor emerged implying that she's going to let go of her share.

Anna Gunn - 40 pounds

The public most readily identifies this actress, 50-year-old Anna Gunn, from TV's Breaking Bad as Skyler. She received a Primetime Emmy Award for portraying that character so well. She's also Martha Bullock in the 2019 TV film, Deadwood.

Gunn developed an illness and had to use cortisone to treat it. Cortisone, which is used to prevent inflammation of the body, caused her to gain weight. Gunn did plenty of pilates, stuck to healthy eating, and managed to lose 40 lbs. She is the ex-wife of Alastair Duncan, who is another actor. The couple has two daughters.

Rick Harrison - 190 Pounds

American businessman, real estate investor, and TV personality, Rick Harrison is best known for his TV series Pawn Stars, which revolves around interesting artifacts bought in by potential sellers every day. He is the co-owner of the World Famous Gold and Silver Pawn Shop in Las Vegas along with his late father Richard, son Cory and friend Chumlee.

Harrison struggled with being overweight throughout his adult life, and despite his best efforts, the weight never came off. In the end, he decided to undergo lap-band surgery and shed 190 pounds in the process. Pawn Stars returns for its 18th season in May 2021 on the History Channel.

Drew Barrymore - 25 pounds

Drew Barrymore is a well-known actress, but she's also a famous mother of two kids. Throw in a failed marriage in 2016 with art consultant Will Kopelman, and you have a creeping weight gain situation. Drew was even mistaken for being with child! What finally got her to lose the weight was being cast in Santa Clarita Diet, a series on Netflix.

She lost 25 pounds in three months by sticking to a meal program created for her by Kimberly Snyder and exercising daily. You can catch Drew as a judge on CBS' reality TV talent competition, The World's Best, in 2019.

Kim Kardashian - 70 pounds

Known prominently for her great curves and bombshell of a body, Kim Kardashian did have her fair share of problems when it comes to extra pounds. When she gave birth to her second child in 2015, Kim weighed over 200 pounds-- and she wasn't happy about it one bit!

During that ordeal, Kim admitted that it was hard for her to lose weight, which prompted her to try out different diets and different weight loss programs. But, thankfully, she was able to get back in shape and shed off 130 pounds! Now, Kim looks amazing!

Shonda Rhimes - 127 pounds

Shows such as Private Practice and Grey's Anatomy wouldn't come into fruition without the amazing producing prowess of none other than Shonda Rhimes. Even as a mother of three, she's still one of the best in her field.

But the same can't be said for her struggle with being overweight. At one point in time, though, Rhimes decided to change her lifestyle altogether to become a better mother. In fact, she didn't opt for any type of surgery or liposuction to lose 127 pounds. Instead, she just changed her eating habits and worked out regularly.

Missy Elliot – 70 Pounds

Missy Elliot is an American rapper and music producer who took over a male dominated hip-hop society. She is beloved by many and continues to win hearts wherever she goes. At 46 years of age, this rapper looks absolutely stunning and unrecognizable. She chose a diet plan that didn't compromise her sweet tooth and make her miserable. Elliot has attributed her weight loss to the elimination of gluten-based products, sodas, and bread. Instead, Elliot has begun drinking lots of water and only 2 cupcakes a month.

Elliot has also reportedly stated that the water has helped her skin shine and become less dry. It also gives her more energy. Who knew water had so many good qualities! Miss Elliot is truly an inspiration to all the women out there. Many people believe that losing weight in their middle ages is close to impossible and unnecessary but Elliot has proved them wrong. She showcases the importance of health and looking your best, regardless of how old you are.

Perez Hilton - 70 pounds

Perez Hilton is well known for his work as a Hollywood tabloid and blog reporter. However, he was also known to have some excess body fat. But in 2008, the blogger decided to get in shape and got into his own weight loss program.

Together with his personal trainer, he managed to lose 70 pounds the old-fashion way: through exercise and a strict diet. Now, Hilton claims that he's never felt better!

Randy Jackson - 130 pounds

When American Idol judge Randy Jackson was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, he made it a point to subscribe to numerous exercises and diets.

However, it was apparent that such traditional methods were not cut out for Jackson, to which he had one final resort: a gastric sleeve surgery. Thankfully, the procedure allowed him to lose 130 pounds. When he came back to American Idol, he was unrecognizable as he was far healthier and looked better than ever!

Angie Stone - 75 pounds

As part of the hip-hop group The Sequence which was successful in the '70s, Angie Stone was able to build her singing career during that time. Nonetheless, even with her rising fame, Stone still struggled to control her weight for a long time. Even after joining VH1's Celebrity Fit Club in 2006, Stone was only able to lose a mere 20 pounds!

However, when she was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, she took her weight loss program one step further through exercise and diet. This gave the result of a 75-lb weight loss.

Kelly Price - 150 pounds

When soulful R&B singer/songwriter Kelly Price decided to lose weight, she chronicled her weight loss journey on Instagram and shared it with her fans. Price, who has shared her talent with the world as a popular singer since the '90s, sincerely enjoys eating without watching the fattening potential of what she's been consuming.

Over time, she tipped the scales at 300 pounds, and that was her turning point. She stopped gorging on all those extra calories and settled into an active lifestyle. Then finally, in 2016, she announced her milestone weight loss of 150 pounds on Instagram and showed off her new outfits.

Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi - 42 pounds

While she was still active in the party-hard scene, Snooki, or Nicole Polizzi in real life, had a serious weight problem. But in 2012, the reality show star decided that her few unwanted extra pounds must go after she gave birth to her son. Together with a personal trainer, she has committed to adopting a strict diet and exercise program. For her efforts, she lost 42 pounds. But even after she gave birth to her second son, she was still able to effectively put her weight under control. Losing weight without any surgery can save you a lot in your health insurance costs.

Sara Rue - 50 pounds

When Rules of Engagement star Sara Rue got engaged, she made the decision to overhaul and change her lifestyle. Albeit the fact that Rue has struggled with her weight loss issues in the past, it didn't stop her from pursuing it again. For Rue, it was never a matter of whether she could control what she put into her body. And for her, joining Jenny Craig was one of the best decisions in her life. She loved the simplicity of the program where they'd send you meals, add the fruits and veggies, and make sure that you're done for the day.

Ricki Lake - 20 pounds

Starting from a young age, Ricki Lake had been struggling and battling her weight problem. As an abused child, Lake would eat more than she wanted to become less attractive to men. But after fighting being overweight and depression for several years, Lake took some drastic measures in 2007. She starved herself to lose weight at first. But she quickly learned that exercise and a balanced diet will definitely go a long way in terms of losing weight.

Anne Hathaway -  25 pounds

If you've seen the Les Misérables movie, then you must have noticed that actress Anne Hathaway was way too thin. Hathaway really needed to become slimmer than usual and she achieved this by consuming extremely low calories for weeks. Oatmeal paste was basically what she would eat and this made her lose about 25 pounds. Of course, Hathaway went back to normal and resumed eating healthy meals once filming for the movie was over. Hathaway will be starring in The Last Thing He Wanted. She also has an upcoming show titled, Modern Love.

Carlos Mencia - 70 pounds

Most of you know Carlos Mencia for being the host of the show called Mind of Mencia which was shown on Comedy Central. With how much success he was enjoying for years, Mencia just lost track of his weight and became quite big. When Mencia finally decided to change his lifestyle, he embarked on a healthier diet plan and started exercising every day. Mencia was apparently able to drop 70 pounds. Mencia was one of the founders of Maggie Rita's Tex-Mex but unfortunately, they went out of business in January 2013.

John Bradley - Undisclosed Weight Loss

Most of you will recognize actor John Bradley for his role as Samwell Tarly on Game of Thrones. The show's eighth and final season is set to premiere in April 2019. If you see Bradley today, he is noticeably quite slimmer than from when he first entered the acting scene. Bradley has not shared his exact weight loss methods but we are guessing he just shed some pounds naturally through a more active and healthy lifestyle. He still has a long way to go before reaching his weight goal but it is nice to see that he is showing great progress.

Kathleen Turner - Undisclosed Weight Loss

During the early '80s, screen star Katheleen Turner was a 130-pound stunner with a beautiful face and physique to match. Then in 1992, she received a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. By the late '90s, she was looking different. She had gained a noticeable amount of weight and had taken up new habits like consuming too much booze. Turner explained that she began drinking to dull the pain of her condition but became hooked. She made a choice to take control of her life by adopting a meal plan to prevent inflammation and doing low-impact exercises. She also drinks less alcoholic beverages these days. Turner will be in an episode of the series Heartstrings in 2019.

Tom Arnold - 100 Pounds

The actor is well-known as a comedian and perhaps he first rose to fame in True Lies which even got his name running as a nominee for MTV Movie Award for Best Comedic Performance. Till 2014, the actor had a trademark look which was being overweight, but it was not something that he celebrated. He gained a whopping 70 pounds when he indulged with his wife in her pregnancy food cravings. He was never happy about his unhealthy choices but he did not feel exactly motivated until his son, Jax Copeland Arnold came into his life. Thus, he began his weight lost journey. The only way he was able to shed off 100 pounds was through a strict diet and doing cardio twice a day without slacking off at all. His trainer created little workout plans that allowed him to focus on his core strength.

Robbie Williams - Undisclosed Weight Loss

There was a time when The X Factor judge Robbie Williams was known as 'the fat dancer' from the Take That pop group. He had a hard time getting rid of the extra pounds. Then Williams decided to give the Weight Watchers program a try. He followed their meal plan and combined it with exercise. The weight finally came off. We're not certain how much he had lost but in 2018, he unveiled a new, trimmer body, just in time to begin his new gig as a judge on The X Factor. Weight Watchers, that had rebranded as WW, asked him in 2018 to become one of its ambassadors, and he agreed.

Adam Richman - 70 pounds

During the time he was hosting eating-challenge programs, TV personality Adam Richman realized that he needed to deal with his own struggle with being overweight as well. Even with his net worth, Richman still suffered from depression. But after leaving the show, he shifted his attention to getting himself better. When he went on a vegan diet that most soccer players use, he unloaded 70 pounds from his body in just ten months. Now, he beams with satisfaction as he proudly flaunts his new bod.

Penn Jillette - 105 pounds

Penn Jillette has been an outstanding magician for years and has also done some acting. In 2014, he found himself at the hospital due to blood pressure issues and was told his heart was 90% blocked. He had to make changes to save his life. Therefore, Penn started following a special meal plan of almost no animal products, no sugar or salt, and no processed grains. He also fit in physical activity into his schedule. After nine months of lifestyle changes, he had lost 105 pounds and improved his heart's performance. Jillette was included in a documentary about being healthy through food which aired in 2016 called Eating You Alive.

Deborah Voigt - 100 lbs

Deborah Voigt is truly one of the greatest dramatic sopranos of our decade but despite the recognition she has received, she has been subjected to a great deal of criticism because of her weight. In 2004, she lost her role in the London-based production, Ariadne auf Naxos, because she couldn’t fit into a cocktail dress. Encountering similar issues in her career on several occasions, Voigt decided to do something about her weight. She went under the knife, which was also driven by the need to regulate her high blood pressure, as well as, reverse the knee issues she had.

Jill Scott - 200 pounds

Since 2009, Jill Scott has been making headlines for struggling with her baby weight. During that time, the famous singer had gained over 263 pounds. But as quickly as the news broke, she immediately made changes in her life and lifestyle. She started things off by adjusting to a different diet and tried numerous exercise regimens that helped her lose weight fast. By the end of the two-year journey, she had dropped over 200 pounds. As natural as her voice, she opted not to undergo any liposuction or surgery, but still got her slim shape back.

Jenna Dewan – 33 Pounds

Jenna Dewan, ex-wife of Channing Tatum and most known for her role in the 1^stStep Up film of the Step Up franchise. Dewan has an outrageously fantastic body and according to her, she owes it all to her diet and workout habits. Dewan has been a vegetarian since the age of 13 and this fuels her body throughout the day. Dewan has designed her workout regime in such a way that every muscle in her body is replenished and kept active. Her number one workout has always been dancing. Although Dewan went to college to get her degree, this was only to please her father as Dewan always knew that her future lay in dancing. Jenna Dewan was one of the fastest individual’s to have lost weight after pregnancy and she owes it to her own strength and dedication. She went on hikes, did stretches and all the while making sure that her body did not receive any added stress.

Rachel Frederickson - 155 pounds

Not all people who keep losing the battle of the bulge have the cash for expensive surgery to help them shrink down several dress sizes. Some become contestants on The Biggest Loser reality weight-loss competition. Rachel Frederickson did this and won the show in 2014. She started with a weight of 260 pounds and lost 155 pounds by consuming 1,600 calories per day and exercising a lot, going by the regimen they had on the series. As a result, she lost 60% of her body weight. Some said that she had lost too much weight, but Rachel was happy.

Josh Peck - Undisclosed Weight Loss

Josh Peck, who used to be that adorable plump kid actor from Drake and Josh on Nickelodeon, is now buff and trim. Josh portrayed the teen dork and as a great comedian, had everyone in stitches. Then he transformed his body and became more of a hunky guy. He did his big reveal in 2012. Peck didn't say anything about how much he had lost, nor did he give too much detail about what he did. All he revealed was that he altered his lifestyle by opting to eat healthy food, and got himself a trainer to become fit. In 2018, we saw him in an episode of Fuller House as Ben.

Star Jones - 160 pounds

By the end of 2003, Star Jones had surprisingly gained over 300 pounds! According to her doctors, the TV personality was diagnosed as morbidly obese, prompting her to take a look at her life decisions. When it struck her, Jones decided to undergo a gastric sleeve surgery together with a gastric bypass operation. This decision was due to the fact that she wanted to take care of her looks and health. Now, 160 pounds less, she gladly flaunts her better self!

Kate Winslet - Undisclosed Weight Loss

Kate Winslet definitely exhibits such a youthful glow at her age of 43 and it's hard to believe that she is a mother of three already. Winslet never really kept the extra weight she gained during pregnancy but she also did not have a specific method to shed some pounds. She says she doesn't check how much she weighs on a weighing scale. It's either Winslet' tries to eat healthier or she is just really blessed with good genes and a fast metabolism. Winslet will be starring in two upcoming films called Blackbird and Avatar 2.

50 Cent - 50 pounds

Things Fall Apart was written by 50 Cent and he got to star in it, too! However, it did come with a price (nope, not just 50 cents): the hip-hop artist had to lose over 50 pounds for the part! During that time, a number of his fans grew concerned over his health. 50 Cent quickly defended his decision to portray the role of a cancer-stricken football player, which was inspired by his close friend who died of it. To achieve that look, however, 50 Cent didn't need any liposuction or surgery - he just starved himself!

Craig Robinson - 60 Pounds

One of the greatest comedians alive in our generation is none other than Craig Robinson. Despite his general on-screen characters who are comedic in nature and satisfied with life, in reality, Craig Robinson felt quite unsatisfied and tired all the time due to his weight. This lead him to take control of his own life and well-being by working towards a healthier future which enabled him to shed off more than 60 pounds. The secret? Robinson claims that he shifted to a vegan diet, eliminated alcohol from his diet and got into exercise. According to the actor, going vegan wasn't as hard as he had always expected it to be since there are a lot of restaurants that serve vegan food. Essentially, Robinson believes that going vegan has probably been the best decision that he has made in his life, despite missing mac and cheese.

Kelly Rowland - 70 pounds

Popular singer Kelly Rowland has been shaking things up Down Under from 2017, as one of the coaches on The Voice Australia. Since her time as one of the singers in the all-girl group Destiny's Child, she has always been lean and toned. In 2014, she and her husband, manager Tim Witherspoon, had a boy. However, while pregnant, she gained quite a few pounds. She was determined to restore her body after having her child and accomplished her goal by working out with a trainer's help and consuming healthy food. In only four months, Rowland had dropped 70 pounds.

Marsha Ambrosius - 70 pounds

Marsha Ambrosius started making a name for herself in the music scene back in the late 1990s when she and Natalie Stewart formed a singing duo called Floetry.  Ambrosius lost track of her weight over the years and she noticed that she got tired easily. She later decided to follow a diet plan that mainly consisted of fresh juices, fruits, and vegetables. She also switched from white rice to brown rice. She eventually dropped around 70 pounds. Ambrosius has a fruitful solo career these days and in 2018, she released an album called Nyla.

Patrick Stump - 60 pounds

Patrick Stump is popularly known for being Fall Out Boy's lead singer. Stump looks like a completely different person these days because of how much his look has changed over the years. Aside from better style choices, he is also noticeably slimmer. Stump lost at least 60 pounds, thanks to controlling his meal portions. Of course, he also had to exercise regularly. Stump still shares his voice to the world and in 2018, Fall Out Boy released their latest album called Mania. The album got nominated for a Grammy award in December 2018.

Carnie Wilson - 150 pounds

Carnie Wilson is another celebrity who doesn't like to waste her time on diets and exercises. Instead, she opted to go to the shorter route of a gastric bypass surgery. However, her fans can't blame her as she openly talked about her struggle with her weight loss and made it available via a wider audience. Despite the notion that losing weight through the surgery happens overnight, it can't be denied that Carnie still sticks to a strict diet plan to maintain her figure.

Bubba Sparxxx - 80 pounds

Bubba Sparxxx is an American rapper who most of you might know for his singles titled Deliverance and Ms. New Booty. When Sparxxx did not really care that much about his weight, things just got out of hand until he reached 290 pounds. Sparxxx did not want to stay that heavy so he decided to make a change. He started spending a lot of time in the gym and he eventually lost around 80 pounds. Sparxxx is already in his 40s but he hasn't stopped pursuing music. His latest album, Rapper From the Country, was released in 2018.

Ariel Winter – 30 Pounds

Ariel Winter is an American actress, voice actress, and singer. She is known for her role as Alex Dunphy in the comedy series Modern Family. She is also known as the voice of the title character in the Disney Junior show Sofia the First and the voice of Penny Peterson in the 2014 animated film Mr. Peabody and Sherma. As a child star, Winter had to face her personal problems in the limelight. The stress of growing up and the life of a celebrity made her seek therapy.  Her therapist recommended Anti-depressants which made her gain weight. The reason for her quick loss in weight, as stated by Winter, is the change in medication.  After the controversy regarding her rapid weight loss, Winter took the internet to reveal the details of her transformation.  She revealed her previous medication made her gain weight but she couldn’t stop taking them.

Jason Segel  - 35 pounds

Jason Segel is readily identified as an actor on the How I Met Your Mother popular television series. When he was all set to star in the 2012 film The Five-Year Engagement, the president of Universal Pictures told him that he needed to lose 25 pounds for the role so that it would be believable. Segel played the husband of his co-star Emily Blunt's character. The studio had a trainer go to the set for a round of exercises twice daily and to monitor his food intake. The result was the slim hot character we saw in the movie. Segel was also in the 2018 drama film, Come Sunday.

Chris Pratt - 60 pounds

They say that when one door closes, another one opens. Certainly, the age-old adage applied to Chris Pratt when he was rejected for Moneyball because he weighed over 280 pounds. That rejection only led Pratt to the decision that he had to get into shape. And, after he put in the time and effort to change his body, he was able to lose 60 pounds. After that, he sent his picture to the director who immediately retracted his rejection and instantly gave him the part! For Pratt, there was no need for any liposuction or surgery; good ole' diet and exercise worked!

Hilary Duff - 30 pounds

Many young women and teen girls consider Hilary Duff to be an actress they can relate to in some way. Images of her blonde tresses sporting various hairstyles and paired with a slim stylish frame, were in the public's eye for years. A larger Hilary emerged in 2017 when she had her first child, a son. By December 2017, she had lost 30 pounds! Hilary said she got a trainer to take her through bouts of circuit training and boxing. She was very happy to be back into her size 26 jeans nine months after delivering her son. She had child number two in 2018 with singer Matthew Koma.

Candace Cameron Bure - 22 pounds

One of the most beautiful and stunning actresses of our time is the talented Candace Cameron Bure who first earned her fame through the hit TV series, Full House. After Full House was first aired, not only did it start to receive national praise, but soon, it even grew popular internationally. This national and international fame kick-started her career and soon, everyone started to recognize her for the talent that she is, for the grace that she displays, and the elegance that she carries. To all others, she was perfect in every form and way. However, for Candace herself, she wanted to shed off some extra pounds and proceeded to go on a strict diet to become a healthier version of herself. the diet was successful and she managed to shed off 22 lbs - a true inspiration!

Kevin Liles

Kevin Liles was prominent for being a former boss of Def Jam Records. In addition to that, he was also known among his peers as the guy who struggled with his extra weight - that is, until he underwent a gastric sleeve surgery. In his transformation, Liles lost uber-major pounds, leaving him unrecognizable and incredibly slim! To maintain his current physique, Liles has maintained his balanced diet and still exercises regularly.

Rob Kardashian - 40 pounds

Audiences who started following the lives of the Kardashian-Jenner clan on the reality show Keeping Up with the Kardashians would know that Rod Kardashian, in his younger days, used to be a pretty trim guy. As it often happens as people get older, his weight just kept climbing. Apparently, a part of his problem was that he would eat for comfort after bad breakups. But in 2018, while involved with rapper Blac Chyna, he lost 30 to 50 pounds through a consistent fitness routine and healthy eating. That meant a 40-pound average weight loss! He and Blac Chyna broke up in 2016.

Alison Moyet - 65 pounds

She has been very frank about her desire to lose weight, just as she's been open about having agoraphobia, and a bipolar disorder. She even admitted to having a breast reduction surgery before starting her weight loss journey.

Alison Moyet, who is a known British singer/songwriter from Yazoo, the electropop group, explained that since she didn't want to wind up a grossly overweight, aged woman, she chose to lose the extra poundage. A sensible meal program and an intensive exercise routine did the trick. Her clothing size tumbled from 22 to 10. She released Other, her 9th studio album, in 2017.

Pauline Quirke - Undisclosed Weight Loss

Pauline Quirke is clearly not the same woman she used to be. Gone were the days when Quirke did not have a jawline to flaunt because she was able to lose so much weight over the years.

Quirke's diet program basically consists of a lot of salad and fish-based meals. Her choice to embark on a healthier lifestyle is clearly a smart move since she will be entering her 60s in 2019. Quirke is best known for her roles in The Sculptress and Birds of a Feather. Quirke's most recent TV appearance was on Loose Women, in 2018.

Matt Lucas - 36 Pounds

Famous English comedian Matt Lucas is an iconic figure in the entertainment industry. He began his career in the late '90s and has starred in hundreds of films and TV series. He also appeared in the March 2022 TV series "Deep Heat," where his transformation is clearly visible.

Though Lucas is known to be a happy and hyped-up person, he has had some sleepless nights due to weight challenges. He began his health journey by reducing his caloric intake to 1,500 per day, which worked like magic as he lost around 36 pounds.

Rachael Ray – 40 Pounds

Celebrity cook Rachael Ray established a name for herself in the media industry when she hosted the lifestyle program "Rachael Ray" and "30 Minute Meals." She has also published several cookbooks and launched her own magazine. When she is not in the kitchen, Ray enjoys spending time at the gym.

She shared with Women's Health Magazine that she does a mix of cardio and strength training. She also revealed that working out regularly has helped her feel mentally better and promoted a clearer vision of the future. Besides physical activities, Ray also indulged in a Mediterranean way of eating, in which she consumes mostly vegetables and water.

Dawn French - 105 Pounds

Dawn French became famous for her work in Vicar of Dibley. Currently, she is the host of the show Little Big Shots. However, she left fans wondering when she suddenly appeared looking way slimmer than she used to.

Turns out, she lost 105 lbs for a medical reason. Her doctor explained to her that they could perform a simpler surgery to give her a hysterectomy if she lost the weight. Hence, she followed the doctor's orders and succeeded by eating healthier and increasing her physical activity by going on walks.

Sarah Millican – Undisclosed

Seen in 2022 episodes of the hilarious game show "8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown," the English comedian Sarah Millican made news around 2017 for her impressive weight loss story. Millican got into the best shape of her life not by giving up on the delicious treats that make her so happy but by choosing the right snacks.

According to Mirror, she snubbed cookies and other high-calorie foods for much healthier bowls of bananas, apples, and tangerines. Before committing to her new eating regimen, Millican often spoke about her big appetite on her stand-up comedy shows.

Ricky Gervais - 40 pounds

Thanks to his excellent sense of humor, British comedian Ricky Gervais has gained prominence and was launched into household status in the United States.

Although he was sometimes ridiculed as a "fat and lazy slob," he would occasionally brush them off until he finally decided to say it's over. To make sure that people would take his looks (not his jokes) more seriously, he started to follow a healthy diet and exercise religiously. During that process, Gervais has lost over 40 pounds and continues to stay in shape even today!

Lauren Goodger - 18 pounds

Those who know the reality TV show The Only Way Is Essex will recognize Lauren Goodger since she was one of the stars of the show. Goodger looks way slimmer than she used to and this is because she lost 18 pounds.

\She was able to do this by embarking on a juicing retreat. Some rumors said that she got plastic surgery but she never confirmed anything. Goodger's most recent TV appearance was in an episode of Loose Women back in 2017. She also appeared in a show called In Therapy that same year.

Sam Smith - 49 pounds

British popular singer/songwriter Sam Smith released his first studio album In the Lonely Hour in 2014 and became internationally famous. At the time, he carried a lot more weight. Then in 2017, as he was preparing to release his studio album, The Thrill of It All, his fans realized that he was significantly smaller.

He did it by spending his money on employing a nutritional therapist, named Amelia Freer, who helped him to work his way to a slimmer him. He lost 14 pounds in just two weeks, and eventually, Smith lost 49 pounds in total. In 2018, he conducted The Thrill of It All Tour to promote the album.

Lily Collins - Unknown Amount

There are many celebrities who have gained or lost excessive weight for a movie role, however, Lily Collin's weight-loss journey for her role as an anorexic teenager in To The Bone was more to her than just a role due to her own past with eating disorders. In several interviews along in her memoir, Unfiltered, Collins opened up about her own teenage years in which she had suffered through eating disorders.

This past bought forward a new sense of motivation as well as fear when it came to the actual weight loss as the actress felt like the universe was sending her a message and that she could talk about it, but at the same time, she feared that she may fall back into the unhealthy pattern. Fortunately, she didn't and with the help of regular doctor's appointments, Collins lost weight in the healthiest way possible.

Mila Kunis - 20 pounds

When Hollywood star Mila Kunis starred in the intense film Black Swan, she had to lose inches to play the part of a ballerina. As one of those lucky people who didn't readily gain weight from chowing down a little, she had to restrain herself so as to lose the weight. She achieved success through an inflexible regime of workouts for 5 to 7 hours daily, along with eating salads and plenty of lean protein. As a result, twenty pounds came off and she looked fantastic next to her co-star, Natalie Portman. Mila was also a star in The Spy Who Dumped Me, a 2018 film.

Corey Harrison - 192 Pounds

Richard Corey "Big Hoss" Harrison is best known as the son of Rick Harrison and crime partner of Chumlee and his on-screen antics in the TV series Pawn Stars. Viewers of the show have seen Harrison undergo a substantial physical makeover since his earlier days. At his biggest, Harrison weighed in at up to 400 pounds during the show's first ten seasons. In 2014, he decided to undergo a gastric band procedure and, over the next weeks and months, proceeded to lose nearly 200 pounds. Harrison will co-star alongside the cast on the 18th season of Pawn Stars, with guest stars including Mick Foley and Dennis Quaid.

Molly Yeh – Unknown

Molly Yeh grew up in a musical family but chose to carve a niche for herself in the food industry. A celebrated chef, she is also a cookbook author and blogger who is famous on Instagram for showcasing her cooking skills. For someone who is always surrounded by food, Yeh has managed to remain her trimmed and fit self, thanks to healthy eating habits and weight lifting.

Her blog was recognized as the Food Blog of the Year by Yahoo and Saveur. She has also written for several publications such as the Food & Wine, New York Times, Bon Appetit, and New York Magazine.

Ree Drummond - 60 Pounds

Within seven months, lifestyle blogger and TV personality, Ree Drummond, successfully lost a total of 60 pounds without any diet, thanks to healthy eating habits and being more active. The cooking show host and blogger said in an interview that as someone who works with food, the weight crept up on her and one night, she decided to work on herself.

The 'Pioneer Woman' as she's called, shared her journey in her blog to inspire her readers and also to reveal how she went about her new slim figure. In 2021, Drummond launched her summer apparel in Walmart.

Kevin Smith – 51 Pounds

Director Kevin Smith got his big break in Hollywood after the '94 film Clerks, followed by popular hits like Chasing Amy and Dogma. After suffering a heart attack following a 90-minute stand-up routine in 2018, his doctors advised Smith it was time to ditch the bad lifestyle choices. In the following months, the actor-comedian lost 51 pounds, thanks to regular exercise and a vegan diet, and he looks and feels much better today. Smith is currently producing the third installment of Clerks, along with executive producing his 2021 TV series Sam and Twitch.

Simon Cowell - 60 Pounds

A low blood pressure health scare back in 2017 was a wake-up call for infamous reality TV judge and producer Simon Phillip Cowell, who collapsed down a flight of stairs and was subsequently rushed to the hospital. The harrowing experience inspired Cowell to get his health in check, and he proceeded to lose 60 pounds in just six months. Cowell is a straight shooter, which is what fans love him most for—his brutally honest and sometimes crude appraisal on TV can reduce the best of us to tears. He will return to TV in 2021 with the 16th season of America's Got Talent, X-Factor Israel, and Britain's Got Talent.

Jenna Jameson - 60 Pounds

Former adult film star Jenna Jameson has become the poster-child for the keto-based diet after her stunning transformation in 2018. Having given birth to three children, Jameson had racked up quite a few pounds before realizing she had gone too far. The glamour model, businesswoman, and TV personality opted for a keto eating plan to help shed weight while also focusing on her mental health. The results were amazing—in just a year and a half, she had lost 60 pounds and finally got her perfect figure back. Today, the former adult star is worth an impressive $5 million.

Angela Deem - 100 Pounds

If the rumors are to be believed, 90 Day Fiancé star Angela Deem underwent five straight surgeries in a single day in a bid to lose weight! After starring on the reality show with her husband, Michael Ilesanmi, she decided it was high time she started living a healthy lifestyle and got back in shape. After her marriage to Ilesanmi in 2020, Deem realized she had gained almost 25 pounds and had trouble walking and doing everyday chores. She ended up losing almost 100 pounds after undergoing liposuction and feels better than ever today. Deem returned to television in February 2021 in 90 Day Fiancé: Love Games.

Janet Jackson - 60 pounds

Even if Janet Jackson wanted to shy away from the limelight, it appears that her fame would always keep up with her. Before Jackson went on a serious diet that revealed her slim figure, she was heavily criticized for her few extra pounds. Despite those, she managed to make a living with her hot performances and provocative shows. Thankfully, when her weight loss had reached 60 pounds, US Weekly featured her, and it became one of their best-selling issues of all time.

Jennifer Ellison - 42 pounds

The film Phantom of the Opera and television soap Brookside were the two productions we recognized Jennifer Ellison from. Starting in December 2015 and ending in January 2016, she was as a cast member of the pantomime, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. There was a time when Ellison was no longer comfortable with her physical appearance. So, she adopted the Cambridge eating plan under which she just consumed 800 calories on a daily basis. This was a difficult meal program to adhere to, but the effects undeniably made her look so awesome.

Sheyla Tadeo – 130 Pounds

Born in Culiacán, Sinaloa, in Mexico, Sheyla Tadeo grew up to become an actress, comedian, and singer. Throughout her many appearances in Televisa's shows and others, Tadeo's fans were used to seeing her a certain way as she always carried some extra pounds on her. However, this took a major turn in the last few years when she lost a significant amount of weight (around 130 pounds) due to several health concerns. Tadeo underwent surgery to eliminate most of her excess weight and even donated the excess skin to children hospitalized with severe burns.

Duff Goldman – Unknown

The reality TV chef, Duff Goldman has undergone a dramatic transformation in terms of weight and attributed it to three months of clean eating, lifting weights, and riding his bike. We understand that it's almost impossible not to put on extra pounds when you cook or bake for a living.

All those delicious delicacies make it hard to watch what you eat which is probably the case with Goldman. Although we're not sure how much weight he has lost, he revealed that he dropped a shirt size. One of the shows on TV is "Duff's Happy Fun Bake Time" on Discovery+ which debuted in April 2021.

Kelly Osbourne - 50 pounds

TV personality and singer-songwriter Kelly Osbourne is one celebrity with a huge following, especially when most people know her as the daughter of legendary rock star Ozzy Osbourne. However, despite her fame, Osbourne has been a target of several bullies. After suffering a seizure, Osbourne decided that she needed to turn her health and life around. Without any need of a plastic surgery, Osbourne opted to work with a personal trainer to lose 50 pounds. With her amazing weight loss, Osbourne transformed into a total head-turner!

Chaka Khan - 60 pounds

For selling over 70 million albums worldwide, Chaka Khan cemented her legacy as the Queen of Funk. But even with a number of Grammy awards under her belt for being on the stage for almost 40 years, the singer still struggled with being overweight for the majority of her adult life. By 2014, however, she knew it was time to overhaul her entire look. By just exercising on a regular basis and using a vegan diet, the singer was able to lose 60 pounds. Now, aside from her voice, her looks are also breathtakingly beautiful. Even her health insurance company nods in agreement.

Grant Gustin - 127 Pounds

Breakout star of the superhero TV series The Flash, Grant Gustin, was routinely trolled online for being too skinny to play a superhero character. During his free time, while staying indoors in 2021, Gustin decided to answer his critics in the best way possible. Over the next seven months, he adopted a much healthier diet and exercised routinely, along with meditation, to improve his mental well-being. Gustin returned to social media in early 2021 to celebrate his toned and ripped physique, fit for a lightning-fast superhero. He is currently starring in the seventh season of The Flash, which premiered in March 2021.

Wendy Williams - 50 pounds

Known for her feisty arguments with other celebrities on her radio show, Wendy Williams is one radio host that celebrities would often think twice before butting heads with. After several years as a radio host, Williams did eventually transition into television. But that didn't come as no ordinary move - she made it with a big, bold statement that she has a new appearance! After her hard work in the gym that she went to every day and a balanced diet she strictly followed, Williams lost over 50 pounds that her new fans can't stop talking about.

Action Bronson - 130 Pounds

Queens' local rapper and television personality Ariyan Arslani, better known as Action Bronson, has turned his life around in just six months. According to Bronson, his sleeping schedule, eating habits, and lifestyle contributed heavily to his weight gain, and after his son's birth in 2019, it was time to make a change. Now Bronson goes to bed early and wakes up every day at 4 a.m. before spending an hour in the gym while also ensuring he is eating healthy. Over a period of six months, he lost an impressive 130 pounds. In July 2021, Bronson is set to perform at the Rolling Loud Festival in Portimao, Portugal.

Ross Mathews - 50 Pounds

Ross Mathews is an American TV personality who got his big break on TV in 2001 as Ross the Intern on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. He translated his 15 minutes of fame into a TV and writing career, having authored two books along with appearing on Celebrity Big Brother, Celebrity Fit Club, and serving as a panelist on Chelsea Lately. After losing his mother to cancer in 2020, Mathews was inspired to prioritize his health and subsequently lost 50 pounds in just a few months. Mathews is currently appearing as a judge on VH1's reality show RuPaul's Drag Race.

Busta Rhymes - 100 Pounds*

Famed American rapper, hip hop musician, and record producer Trevor George Smith Jr., better known as Busta Rhymes, first emerged as the show-stopping member of the '90s group Leaders of the New School. After going solo, Busta Rhymes has released chart-topping hit singles like I Know What You Want, Break Ya Neck, Don't Cha, and Touch It. The 11-time Grammy Award-nominated musician recently released his latest album, Extinction Level Event 2: The Wrath of God. Today, Busta Rhymes is probably in the best shape of his life after losing his father in 2014, which inspired him to lose close to 100 pounds to achieve his ripped physique and chiseled six-pack abs.

Jorge Nava - 128 Pounds

To say that 90 Days Fiancé star Jorge Nava has gone through a lot in the last three years would be a gross understatement indeed. After meeting his future wife Anfisa Arkhipchenko on Facebook in 2016, the pair got married in 2017. The plot twists in 2018, when Nava was sentenced to two and a half years in prison for drug possession, which also broke his marriage. Devastated by separation and Arkhipchenko's infidelity, Nava used his emotions to fuel his weight loss regimen, losing an impressive 128 pounds. As of April 2021, Nava is officially a dad and celebrated the birth of his son with his new girlfriend.

Katie Maloney - 20 Pounds

Vanderpump Rules' breakout star Katie Maloney's routine medical check-up gave her a real health scare—the Cleaveland, Ohio native found that her glucose levels were dangerously high. If left unchecked, it could also develop into a case of early-stage diabetes. Since then, the Bravo actress has hired a nutritionist while also cutting down on sugary and starchy food items like alcohol and sweets. Having been a victim of body shaming in the past, Maloney took to social media to show off her 20-pound weight reduction. Her TV show Vanderpump Rules' ninth season will premiere in the fall of 2021.

Art Smith - 70 Pounds

American chef Charles Arthur Smith has cooked for high-profile clients like Oprah Winfrey, Jeb Bush, and Florida governor Bob Graham. Having struggled with being overweight for many decades, everything changed when his friend and professional athlete Lucas Cancelier made a stop at his Florida residence during his flight from Spain to Argentina. As fate would have it, Cancelier's brief stay turned into a long-term visit after 2020's travel restrictions came into effect. His workout regimen and professionalism inspired Smith to lose close to 70 pounds in just a few months. In the fall of 2021, Smith is planning to open his new restaurant, Reunion, in Chicago.

Ethan Suplee – 250 Pounds

Breakout star of the mid-'00's comedy series My Name is Earl, Ethan Suplee has also starred in popular productions like The Fountain, Brothers, and Deepwater Horizon. After weighing almost 550 pounds due to his history of substance abuse, Suplee decided to turn his life around when the rehab he checked into did not have a weight scale big enough to support his frame. Suplee made an unbelievable transformation after sticking to a high protein, low-fat diet, along with regular weightlifting sessions every week to lose an amazing 250 pounds. He recently appeared as Jimbo in Lisa Donato's drama flick Gossamer Folds.

Tyler Perry - 30 Pounds

American actor Tyler Perry became a household name after his performance as grandma Madea, and boy did he milk the popular character. From 2002 to 2020, Perry used the iconic character in numerous films, on TV, short videos, and screenplay remakes. Much like his on-screen character, Perry was overweight and out of shape in real life, too, until he was cast in the 2012 crime mystery Alex Cross, which inspired him to lose 30 pounds while also adding lean muscle. Perry is presently the comedic brain behind screenplays for shows like Bruh, Sistas, Ruthless, and The Oval.

Ruben Studdard - 115 pounds

When he was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, Rubben Studdard from American Idol made a life-changing decision to live a happier and longer life. He was able to power through it by sticking to a strict diet and having a weight loss program filled with exercises. Although there were others who quickly got results from their gastric sleeve surgery, Studdard decided it wasn't for him. Through the classic way, Studdard was able to drop an incredible 119 pounds. His life insurance provider must be pleased.

Ryan Lochte - 21 Pounds

Former Olympic swimmer Ryan Steven Lochte is one of the most decorated and statistically the most successful American swimmer after Michale Phelps. The 12-time Olympic medalist put on almost 20 pounds after his suspension from swimming, and when he returned in 2019, he weighed 217 pounds. Following his win at the US Nationals, Lochte lost the weight and dropped back down to his career weight of 196 pounds in just two short months. Lochte is currently training for the 2021 Olympic trials to qualify for the Tokyo Olympics.

Joe Giudice - 60 Pounds

Real Housewives of New Jersey star Joe Guidice faced deportation when he was sentenced to prison in 2019 for fraud. After a 41-month stint behind bars, he was relocated to ICE to be deported to Italy. However, his time in prison did inspire Guidice to lead a healthier lifestyle and emerge as a new man. Indeed, by the time of his release, Guidice is estimated to have lost as much as 70 pounds while also being more muscular and leaner. He recently spent quality time with his four daughters while enjoying a family vacation in the Bahamas.

Gordon Ramsay – 50 Pounds

Best known for his antics and meltdowns on cooking shows like Kitchen Nightmares USA, Masterchef, and Hell's Kitchen, Gordon Ramsay is a successful Scottish chef-turned TV personality. He is currently starring in and producing his new TV series Born Famous, along with the eighth season of Hell's Kitchen on the Fox Network. The words fit, buff, or ripped were not routinely used to describe the famed chef in the past—that is, until his wife called him out on his physique and lifestyle. That's when Ramsay got down to business, dividing his meals into smaller portions which helped him lose 50 pounds in less than a year.

Tyler Baltierra - 43 Pounds

Teen Mom OG sensation Tyler Baltierra has come a long way from the out-of-shape, mostly shirtless guy we all fell in love with on the show. Today, he flaunts chiseled abs and perfectly toned muscles. Baltierra's turning point in life was when he started learning to cook for himself, and he was finally able to make his favorite meals. Fans got to see their idol's progress on social media as he would regularly post updates, shirtless photos, and the occasional photo of a home-cooked healthy meal. Baltierra and his wife Catelynn are expecting their fourth child after having had three daughters previously.

Tiffany Haddish - 50 Pounds

Eritrean-American actress, comedian, singer, and author Tiffany Sara Cornilia Haddish's life hit a one-eighty when she decided to quit smoking. Over the years, she admits to having let herself go a little bit and decided it was high time she realigned in her lifestyle. Coupled with her decision to quit puffing, she also overhauled her dietary plan along with a commitment to working out regularly. Inspired to get in shape by the late Olympian Florence Joyner, Haddish revealed that now she is feeling stronger than ever, having lost 50 pounds in a matter of months. In 2021, she is starring as Emma Payge in Billy Crystal's comedy flick Here Today.

Peter Facinelli - 30 Pounds

Probably best known as Dr. Carlisle Cullen in the film adaptation of Stephanie Meyer's best-selling novel Twilight, Peter Facinelli is an accomplished actor, producer, and director. In 2020. Facinelli saw his freed-up schedule as an opportunity to focus on his own health and wellbeing. During the year, Facinelli focused greatly on meditating, reading, and personal growth while also trying to be as fit as possible. He showed off his body transformation in a social media post, which was also a part of a campaign to help raise awareness for prostate cancer. Facinelli is currently busy with the filming of his upcoming movies Long Gone Heroes and John Ledger.

Ayesha Curry - 35 Pounds

Ayesha Curry is no stranger to good food and healthy eating habits—not only is she a successful actor but can also hold her own in the kitchen, having authored numerous popular cookbooks. She got serious about her personal wellbeing after starting a family with her NBA star husband, Stephen Curry. Today, she is not only mindful of her exercise routine but also places a lot of emphasis on nutrition and healthy eating. After losing 35 pounds in just a few months, she not only looks but feels amazing too. Along with her husband, Curry is set to host HBO Max's remake of the dating game show Tattletales in 2021.

Bronson Pinchot - 60 Pounds

Best known as Balki Bartokomous, an Eastern European shepherd on the ABC sitcom Perfect Strangers, Bronson Alcott Pinchot is an accomplished American actor. Upon looking back at a 2017 photo of himself on the set of Battle of the Network Stars, Alcott recalls being extremely embarrassed by his oversized proportions, vowing to lose the extra pounds. Fast forward to the end of 2020, and he was looking dapper in his tailored suits on the red carpet, having lost 60 pounds. Bartokomous' new crime-thriller Clowning, directed by P.M. Lipscomb, is set to release in mid-2021.

Ed Sheeran - 56 Pounds

While Internet trolling and bullying can be mentally taxing on the best of us, iconic singer-songwriter Edward Christopher Sheeran channeled online fat-shaming bullies to motivate himself to take fitness seriously. Sheeran recalls unhealthy eating habits during his tours and admitted to not starring in some of his earliest music videos due to his physical insecurities. In a bid to live healthily, the Shape of You singer quit beer and smoking, and completely overhauled his lifestyle to lose 56 pounds in just six months. Sheeran recently released his new singles Visiting Hours and Afterglow, which peaked at number 13 on the Billboard Global 200.

Missy Elliott – 30 Pounds

For iconic rapper Missy Elliott, second time could be the charm, after the Get Ur Freak On singer first lost weight back in 2014, only to put it back on in subsequent years. Given her hectic tour schedule and lack of time, it was impressive when she revealed her slimmed-down figure in 2018, claiming to have lost 30 pounds. Elliott now looks amazing, flaunting her toned figure and showing off her curves. Her secret to success? The Work It rapper cut out two things from her diet completely; bread and all liquids except water. In 2021, Elliott collaborated with Faith Evans on their single I Deserve It.

Jimmy Kimmel – 25 Pounds

Between serving as a host on his ABC talk show, the Oscars, and the Emmys to doing stand-up at the White House, it's amazing how Jimmy Kimmel managed to free up enough time to transform his 208-pound body into the fit, muscular build he flaunts today. Kimmel has admitted to binging on pasta, wings, and steak in his earlier years, but after an interaction with Dr. Oz on his talk show, Jimmy decided it was time he gave his body the attention it craved, losing 25 pounds in eight weeks. He is currently the host of the TV talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live!, which airs on the ABC network.

Rick Ross - 125 Pounds

After suffering from two seizures within a 24-hour period, rapper and music mogul Rick Ross found himself contemplating his life and health at the doctor's clinic. According to Ross, the experience saved his life because he was at risk of numerous medical issues had he kept going. Ross started by cutting sodas and fizzy drinks from his intake, hiring a personal chef, and doing regular CrossFit training with his friends. The result? His massive 350-pound physique transformed into the lean, mean, and chiseled 200-pounder we see today. Apart from his record label, Maybach Music Group, Ross is also an entrepreneur and an investor in companies like Wingstop and Telehealth.

Duane Chapman - 17 Pounds

American reality TV star and bounty hunter/bail bondsman Duane Lee "Dog" Chapman's name was first mentioned in the media after capturing Andrew Luster, the heir of Max Factor in Mexico in 2003. The news made headlines, and TV producers took notice, casting Chapman to star in his own A&E television series Dog the Bounty Hunter. In the last two years, Chapman has really turned his life around after reverting to Christianity and quitting bad habits like drinking and cursing while also eating healthier meals, resulting in a 17-pound weight reduction. In 2021, Chapman has made two appearances on Fox News and the Dr. Oz Show to discuss his physical transformation.

Mo’Nique – 102 Pounds

If you grew up in the ’90s then the name Mo’Nique will not be a mystery to you. Combined with the unique way this artist spells her name and her hilarious work as a stand-up comedian as well as her role in The Parkers, Mo’Nique is one of the most talented people in the world. She is an honest and down to earth individual as can be seen by her open honesty towards her personal problems. She is not afraid to open up about them, own them and tackle them. In 2009, when she filmed the movie Precious, this talented star weighed around 300 pounds. In an interview, Mo’Nique has stated that since the age of 17, she has always been around 200 pounds but after the movie she worked hard on reducing that weight. Her work paid off as in the following year of 2010, she lost 80 pounds. Today Mo’Nique weighs 198.4 pounds. A far cry from what she weighed before.

Lexi Reed - 312 Pounds

When a friend of Lexi Reed invited her to do a 30-day weight loss challenge, she agreed. But when she got to the very last day, she decided to keep going. Because of her dedication, she was able to shed a whopping 302 lbs! She did it by eating more veggies and protein while cutting back on carbs. Additionally, she started a weight-lifting routine complemented with cardio. The process was not only hard, but it was also painful. Lexi's excess skin started to sag so she had to undergo a plastic procedure to have it removed. Now, she's amazed at the results and is happy to be healthy.

Kendra Wilkinson - 25 Pounds

Television personality Kendra Wilkinson found herself in a new situation when she struggled to lose the remaining weight after giving birth. She has admitted that she's always been sporty and was used to being fit all the time. So, when she realized her metabolism had changed, she had to take action. Kendra started lifting weights and training with her now ex-husband's personal trainer. She also followed the Atkins diet that consisted of a high protein-low carb regime. In 2018, Kendra divorced her husband, Hank Baskett, after 10 years of marriage.

Khloe Kardashian - 40 Pounds

The socialite and businesswoman Khloe Kardashian is the eldest sister of the Kardashian sisters. Her weight loss journey was so impressive that she started her own docu-series about health which is named Revenge Body with Khloe Kardashian. She was always known to be the chubby one but she changed that image through a long but continuous journey of weight loss. Khloe is a firm believer of eating portions of nutritious meals throughout the day. Her breakfast comprises of strawberries, oatmeal and eggs in some form. Khloe’s lunch and dinner include certain portions of greens, protein in the form of chicken or fish and small portion of carbs like rice or sweet potato. She did not lose the extra weight by just eating clean, she works out every day of the week in the gym where her trainer focuses on different muscle group every day. The remarkable thing is that Khloe burns off 500 calories in under 30 minutes!

Charlize Theron – 50 Pounds

Two words that have never been put together in a sentence are ‘overweight’ and ‘Charlize Theron’. This beautiful blonde bombshell was given a role in the hit film Tully, as an overworked mom. To do justice to this role Theron gained 50 pounds, according to her she wanted to feel exactly the way her character would feel in the situation. She thought that she could easily lose weight after the movie was finished but she was proved wrong. Losing the weight took time and effort but Theron rose to the occasion. Charlize admits that after gaining the weight she fell into depression and could not stop facilitating more weight gain. Eventually, after consulting with nutritionists, gym trainers and with help from her own dedication towards her health, Theron lost the weight and went back to a more healthier version of her body.

Christian Bale - 70 pounds

Aside from his award-winning acting, Christian Bale is also famous for having a balloon body; easily losing and gaining weight whenever a role requires it. In a number of his movies, such as Reign of Fire, The Machinist, Batman Begins, and American Hustle, Bale was made to put on a lot of pounds and then lose them again for his next role. But Bale doesn't need any surgery or any sort of cosmetic procedures to achieve such body transformations - changing his eating habits and exercising regularly will do. His weight modifications have rewarded him with an $80-million fortune, so they're definitely worth it.

Kathy Bates - 60 Pounds

One of the most brilliant actresses to grace the big screen and then an even more talented director, Kathy Bates has managed to win our hearts every step of the way. While society may feel like only young people need to be physically fit, Kathy Bates, through her weight-loss journey has proved to the world that everyone is better healthy and fit. At 70 years of age, Kathy Bates has managed to lose 60 pounds off her weight. According to the actress, she has never felt more alive, physical and healthy. Moreover, she even regrets to not have gotten into fitness any sooner. On asking her motivation and methods for weight loss, Bates says that the secret lie in mindfulness, i.e. you just have to know when your hunger is satisfied (a biological, involuntary sigh) and then have the courage to push the plate away.

Anthony Anderson - 47 pounds

When Anthony Anderson first entered the acting industry back in the late 1990s, he was noticeably quite big. Anderson always loved food but he later had to ditch his old unhealthy eating habits when he discovered he had Type 2 diabetes.  Aside from dieting, Anderson had to follow a more active lifestyle as well. He later lost a total of 47 pounds and was clearly very pleased with his healthier physique. Anderson is a part of the cast of a new film titled Beats which will be released in 2019.

Melissa Joan Hart - 40 pounds

Melissa Joan Hart is a true testament to the flab to fab story. In fact, millions of adoring fans witnessed her transformation. Hart's secret to her amazing weight loss was that she decided to eliminate most of the junk from her diet. With her weight loss success, other celebrities were quick to follow by beating their own bulge. Today, the Melissa & Joey star has never been slimmer and happier, while she keeps being successful in the acting scene. In 2019, she started starring in a new web series titled No Good Nick. 

Claire Richards - 84 Pounds

Pop singer Claire Richards is looking fantastic nowadays. Even though Richards has struggled with dramatic weight fluctuations in the past, she's been able to keep a slim figure for years now. Richards, who claims gigantic food portions were her biggest enemy, started her weight loss journey in 2014. That year, she was having issues while trying for another child with her husband. Her physician suggested that her weight was causing her to have infertility and that shedding a few pounds could help. Claire's new album dropped in February 2019 and is titled My Wildest Dreams.

Seth Rogen - 30 pounds

Thanks to his appearances and contribution of great humor in a number of Hollywood blockbusters, Seth Rogen cemented his role in cinema as a hit Canadian-American actor. Although he was stereotyped as a chubby, hilarious actor, he went on to drop some pounds when he found out he was going to be the next lead in Green Hornet. After a series of intense workouts and a grueling diet plan, Rogen lost 30 pounds!

Graham Elliot - 150 pounds

Celebrated as the youngest celebrity chef in Chicago, it is unbeknownst to some that before entering culinary school, Graham Elliot had been a high school dropout. These days, Elliot can be seen as a judge on Master Chef Junior and Master Chef. However, in 2013, Elliot was weighing over 400 pounds, which meant that his health was in danger. But with the advancement of medical technology, Elliot underwent a gastric sleeve surgery that shaved off almost 150 pounds. Now, Elliot is a true testament that a healthy lifestyle can go well with amazing food.

Guy Sebastian - 30 pounds

Many would recall that it was Guy Sebastian who took the crown for the first title of Australian Idol in 2003. By 2019, he's become an accomplished singer/songwriter. You probably know his very popular song Angels Brought Me Here and may have caught his Then and Now Tour in 2018. Today, Sebastian is also a pretty lean guy physically. But throughout the early days of his career, he had struggled with his excess weight, making him unhappy about his image. In the end, he lost 30 lbs. He did it by making being healthy his priority and altering his way of living. This entailed increased exercise and being strict about his type of food intake.

James Corden - 80 pounds

Some say that the host of The Late Late Show With James Corden himself is a big guy. But James was once heavier. He has revolutionized his life and has managed to keep his weight lower with help also from Amelia Freer, the nutritional therapist. She helped guide him into a new lifestyle of eating differently. Concurrently, he found a personal trainer to design a program that suited him. He sure made the right choice, because using these techniques, Corden watched 80 pounds melt away. Also an actor, Corden lent his voice in 2019 to Super Intelligence in which he voiced the character of the same name.

Michael Moore - 70 pounds

Michael Moore is the brains behind numerous award-winning documentaries. His career has truly earned him a huge fortune and this is why he can choose the easy way out when it comes to shedding the pounds. Moore reportedly goes to a weight loss spa and this has helped him shed 70 pounds. Although, it does not come cheap because the weight loss spa costs an estimated $4.5K a week. He did not do much exercising but he did start walking a lot.  Moore's latest documentary is called Fahrenheit 11/9 which was released in 2018.

Peter Jackson - 70 Pounds

Peter Jackson shocked everybody when he appeared for the promotion of his film The Hobbit looking much thinner. Apparently, Peter completely changed his lifestyle habits when he was filming his 2005 blockbuster film King Kong. People started calling his weight loss strategy "Skull Island Diet", in honor of the fictional home of the famous ape. Interestingly, there's nothing secret about it. He just swapped the junk food for lean sources of protein, unrefined carbohydrates, and vegetables. It worked fine, and he's been able to keep the weight off even though he claims that he didn't work out. Peter announced in January 2019 that he will be directing a documentary film about The Beatles.

Charlie Weis - 70 pounds

Former American football coach Charlie Weis once weighed nearly 300 pounds. He initially found it extremely tedious to fight against the large weight and considered the weight loss training to be a never ending project with a harsh commitment. He treated the project as a promise to himself to be fit. Calling himself a “pudge ball” kid of New Jersey in his 2006 book titled No Excuses, Weis has undergone a gastric bypass surgery in 2002 that has left severe impediments. Weis has rarely discussed specifics or even about his weight-loss goals, but he reportedly lost nearly 70 pounds.

John Daly - 115 pounds

John Daly, a professional golfer from America, has transformed himself and now looks better than ever. Aside from his famous colorful pants, Daly has always been known for his large physique. However, he has been working on himself rigorously over the years. He has undergone surgery under his weight loss plan and has also altered his diet and lifestyle to achieve his target. The long backswing master on the golf course, John Daly, dropped a whopping 115 pounds after the surgery. He might want to buy more colorful pants now that he's a few sizes smaller.

Sharon Osbourne - 100+ pounds

It's evident to many that the Osbournes have struggled with being overweight as a family for a long time. Sharon, although known to be a woman of slim figure, recently admitted that she had a gastric bypass surgery in 1999. According to her, the band was removed only in 2006. When it was removed, she wanted to go all-natural so she opted for a healthy diet and a strict exercise regimen.

Paul Bearer - 300 pounds

William Moody, who is more popular by his WWE wrestling name Paul Bearer, lived for 58 years and was earlier involved in the job of managing various duties on screen for wrestlers like The Undertaker, Kane, and Mankind. He worked for both WWE and WCW. Moody has always had an ample built, and he once weighed a whopping 525lbs! He got a weight loss surgery done for himself and shed more than 300lbs, ending up looking slimmer. He passed away in 2013 due to a heart attack and earned a place in the WWE Hall of Fame in 2014.

Stephenie Meyer - 20 pounds

Stephanie Meyers is the woman who wrote the Twilight novels that became a hit film series (remember Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, and Taylor Lautner?). Meyer never really had a problem with her figure but it seemed that she was still able to change for the better over the years. She apparently dropped 20 pounds and she didn't even spend long hours in the gym. Running was basically what made her shed some pounds. All Meyer did was to do a lot of running. The Chemist, which was released in 2016, was Meyer's latest work.

Adrienne Bailon - 22 pounds

Adrienne Bailon rose to fame after being part of the beloved girl group named The Cheetah Girls. Right before her wedding with her now-husband Israel Houghton, she made sure to look as gorgeous as possible by getting rid of about 22 pounds from her physique. According to her personal trainer, Massy Arias, it was no easy feat for The Real co-host. But it was absolutely worth it! While she was trying to lose weight, Bailon did lots of exercises that most folks wouldn't even dare to try! It all eventually worked great for her. Massy also shared that Adrienne followed a strictly healthy diet, downing two plant-based protein beverages a day.

Forest Whitaker - 80 pounds

Oscar winner Forest Whitaker surprised a lot of fans when he walked onto the red carpet looking 80 pounds slimmer. The star of The Last King of Scotland has his vegan diet to thank for. When he cut off fatty foods from his diet and decided to go full-on vegetarian, Whitaker was applying one of the best weight loss programs most would have a hard time following. According to Whitaker, that same diet allowed him to consume more filling yet low-calorie vegetables.

Sharon Rooney - 25 pounds

Scottish actress Sharon Rooney is best known for the roles she had in shows like Two Doors Down and My Mad Fat Diary. Rooney was always quite big growing up but this never affected her negatively since she was okay with how she looked. Although, you may notice that Rooney is looking slimmer these days. Without any kind of weight loss surgery whatsoever, Rooney was able to drop around 25 pounds. Rooney seems like she is way healthier these days. In 2019, Rooney will be seen on the new Dumbo movie.

Rex Ryan - 100 Pounds

ESPN analyst Rex Ryan made a career out of his love for sports. The thing is, he wasn't actually very sporty in his daily life. There came a point when he was finding himself short of breath after going up a flight of stairs. He stepped on the scale the year he started coaching the Jets and was taken aback by the number: 348 lbs! After many unsuccessful diets (due to his lack of discipline), he decided to get a gastric band surgery. Obviously, it was very successful and Rex was able to lose 100 lbs and, most importantly, keep them off.

Pink - 55 pounds

Pink is a singer you will often see flaunting her figure in her music videos and she has never really sported a big frame. The only time Pink was quite on the heavier side was when she was pregnant. After childbirth, she started working out with a trainer and eating healthier meals. She lost around 55 pounds and was back to her slim figure. She is even a mother of two nowadays. Pink remains busy and she has just released her most recent single  A Million Dreams from The Greatest Showman: Reimagined.

Sally Struthers - Undisclosed Weight Loss

All in the Family, and Gilmore Girls television star Sally Struthers' weight, at one point, ballooned by a marked amount, and she remained that way for some time. However, a number of people were stunned when she suddenly stepped on the red carpet in 2012 conspicuously trimmed down. Sally didn't even confirm how she shrank her physique but we figured she made healthy lifestyle changes. But she might have opted for surgery because her total financial worth, which hit $8M in 2019, could give her that option. In any case, she looks fantastic! Sally played Tilly the film You & Me in 2017.

America Ferrera - 30 pounds

America Ferrera gained international fame when she gave life to the character of Ugly Betty. Although she was originally seen as a celebrity who had some pronounced curves, Ferrera gained significant weight when she started missing out on her exercises and stressed herself too much. But like all other stars, she was quick to jump back on the horse and regain her original bombshell figure. For Ferrera, it simply meant that she had to undergo a strict diet where a regular breakfast is a must and that her proteins came first above anything else.

Renée Zellweger - Undisclosed Weight Loss

Renée Zellweger is quite different from others on this list because instead of shedding some pounds, she was actually required to put on some pounds for her role in the Bridget Jones movies. We're sure this was a fun experience for her since she didn't have to think about how fattening a certain meal would be. Fortunately, Zellweger was very disciplined when it came to her health and fitness so she later lost the extra weight she gained after she was done with filming. Of course, she lost it naturally through dieting and exercising. Zellweger has an upcoming show titled, What/If.

Selena Gomez - 20 Pounds

Selena Gomez is the one of the most famous Disney stars due to her role in Wizards of Waverly Place and her career did not stop there, she went on to star in movies and became one of the most famous singers of our time. In 2015, she revealed that she had gained 20lbs because of an autoimmune disease called lupus. With the help of her trainer and nutritionist, Selena was able to shed off the extra pounds by consuming nutritious food 80% of the time like vegetables, fruits, proteins, nuts etc. Whilst for the other 20%, she ate her favorite unhealthy foods but focused on drinking a lot of water. In order to avoid monotony, she never follows the same workout plan, she does different exercises like Pilates, strength training, yoga, hiking, cardio and running to work on different parts of her body.

Boy George – 88 Pounds

Boy George is an English singer, songwriter, DJ and fashion designer. He is the lead singer of the pop band Culture Club. George is well-known for his soulful voice and androgynous appearance. He was part of the English New Romantic Movement which emerged in the late ‘70s to the early ‘80s. The singer steadily gained weight over some time. He reported that he had forgotten to take care of his body. On reaching 264 pounds, George actually realized what had been happening to his body. This moment of insight made him consult a nutritionist as soon as possible. The nutritionist helped him establish a diet plan. Furthermore, his journey towards weight loss was facilitated by a planned workout. His weight loss journey made him lose 88 pounds in a matter of months. For a man who was addicted to drugs and alcohol, George made an easy victim to food addiction.

Zach Galifianakis - 50 pounds

Hollywood would certainly be one boring set without Zach Galifianakis! He's that one chubby actor that everyone loves, thanks to his hilarious roles that made us chuckle in a number of hits! Despite the teddy bear appearance that made him famous, Zach decided to cut a slab of it when he lost 50 pounds. He managed to do it with daily workouts, balanced diet, and after quitting his drinking. Galifianakis just went on to prove that there was no need for him to undergo any liposuction to look good.

Christina Aguilera - 49 pounds

Christina Aguilera is a household name when it comes to being a singer, no doubt. However, the singer-songwriter did have troubles of her own when it came to her few extra pounds. In fact, she weighed over 200 pounds in August 2014, when she gave birth to her second child. After going on several types of diets and a strict exercise routine, Aguilera's eventual weight loss amounted to 49 pounds. Now, the ultimate diva that's a happy mom of two prides herself with her rocking body.

Fat Joe - 100+ pounds

Fat Joe might want to take out the "fat" in his name because of how much weight he has been able to lose over the years. Fat Joe never really cared about weight gain but when a friend of his died because of an unhealthy lifestyle, he knew that he needed to do something. He eventually started working out and replaced fattening meals with healthy ones. His efforts were all worth it because he reportedly dropped more than 100 pounds. Since 2018, Fat Joe has been the host of a podcast titled, Coca Vision.

Timothy Spall - Undisclosed Weight Loss

Talented actor Timothy Spall is best remembered for the performances he had on Secrets & Lies and the Harry Potter franchise. Spall never really cared about slimming down back then but it seemed that his mindset changed over the years. He shocked the world back in 2014 when he attended a red carpet event looking like a totally different person. How much pounds he lost remains undisclosed but he proudly slimmed down naturally. Healthier eating habits and an active lifestyle really go a long way. Spall will be appearing in a new movie called Mrs. Lowry and Son.

Paula Deen - 36 pounds

Paula Deen is often surrounded by good food because she hosts cooking shows. Despite never really being strict with her eating habits, everything had to change when she found out she had Type 2 diabetes. Deen made sure to watch her daily meals and she later just dropped 36 pounds. Deen looks very happy with her slimmer figure these days. She still appears on TV and she hosts shows like Paula Deen's Sweet Home Savannah and Positively Paula. Deen was also a part of Dancing with the Stars back in 2015.

Jason Sudeikis - 20 Pounds

Actor Jason Sudeikis is looking much thinner these days. Curiously, he attributes his slimmer figure to a very specific workout routine. He assures that he's not hitting the gym, he's hitting the bedroom with his gorgeous wife, actress Olivia Wilde. On top of that, he thinks there are other small things involved in the change. Apparently, being generally happy makes him want to treat himself better and eat healthier choices of food. In support of his wife's directorial debut, Sudeikis appeared in the 2019 film Booksmart, which was directed by Wilde.

Nelly Furtado - Unknown Amount

Canadian-Portuguese singing/songwriting sensation Nelly Furtado has a lot going for her. Selling over 40 million records globally, raising a beautiful daughter, and turning down a renowned men's magazine for a fully clothed photoshoot are no mean feats. The only rough patches in Furtado's life seem to be her divorce in 2016 and her weight fluctuation. Not that strict weight-loss diets and rigorous workouts have ever been in her mind too much, as this glamorous lady is way too confident with her voluptuous figure to worry about such things. And why wouldn't she be? She has the voice and the face of an angel, and at the end of the day, conforming to unrealistic weight standards is hardly the way to happiness.

Dr. Dre - 50 pounds

Even today, Dr. Dre is still considered as one of the most popular rappers who are active in the scene. Even at the age of 52, Dre still manages to woo a lot of women. While he never really suffered from any overweight issues, it can't be denied that he looks better today than his twenty-year ago self. Thanks to his regular workouts and a healthy diet, Dr. Dre is able to maintain the physique that other rappers might find hard to follow.

John Goodman - 100 pounds

Known in cinema for his stereotypical "big guy" look, John Goodman is an actor that had a long relationship with obesity. However, when he was 52, Goodman realized that that kind of lifestyle wouldn't let him last long; so he decided to drop some pounds. After working closely with his health coach for his weight loss program, he stuck to a strict diet that made him lose 100 pounds! Now, the 62-year-old proudly flaunts his great shape without the need for any cosmetic procedures or plastic surgeries!

Chris Sullivan

When Chris Sullivan abruptly left his fans on This is Us as Toby, he left them with a bad taste in their mouths. However, his leave was justified as the character, unfortunately, suffered a heart attack. However, in real life, Sullivan doesn't seem to have any trouble with going through any weight loss program as his overweight issues have long been past him. In fact, when he attended the Golden Globe awards, the actor was seen fit as a fiddle - a true indication that he did not undergo any type of gastric sleeve surgery.

Jason Alexander -  30 pounds

If you were a fan of Seinfeld, then you sure would know who Jason Alexander was since he was the funny actor who gave life to the character named George Costanza. Alexander is also recognized for his roles on Pretty Woman and Duckman. Alexander is looking totally fit in more recent years, thanks to his 30-pound weight loss. The Jenny Craig diet program is what transformed his physique. He is 59 years old today and is still healthy and strong enough to take on numerous roles. Alexander will be appearing in an upcoming movie titled, My Boyfriend's Meds. 

Drew Carey - 80 pounds

Before the famous comedian and TV host Drew Carey decided to change his looks and drop some weight, he struggled with being overweight for quite some time. But when he discovered that he has Type 2 diabetes and he had to undergo heart surgery (aside from his diabetes treatment), it was apparent for Carey to become serious about his diet and health. With his dedication to going to the gym six days a week, Carey was rewarded with a great weight loss of 80 pounds.

Garth Brooks - Undisclosed Weight Loss

It's not a great feeling to one day look at yourself in the mirror and realize that you've become out of shape. It's even worse when you step onto the scale and see a figure that boggles your mind. Award-winning singer Garth Brook faced that during the 2010s, and knew he needed to get his old body back. He became best friends with vegetables and fruits, upped his activity level, and ensured he did his cardio workout. Seeing his weight loss, his wife Trisha Yearwood was inspired to follow suit and was soon also revealing her toned slimmer self. Brooks' concert tour in 2019 is named Stadium Tour.

Ronnie Ortiz

In Jersey Shore, Ronnie Ortiz had such as a memorable role as the strong, burly guy that we couldn't picture anyone who could have replaced him. However, just a year after the show, he shocked the millions of fans of the show with his new appearance: Ortiz gained a lot of weight as a direct result of his kidney stones. But since he was already disciplined before with working out and following a strict diet, he just repeated it and - voila, he was back to his old self! Any sort of liposuction or surgery wasn't necessary for Ortiz himself.

Paul Wall - 130 pounds

Almost all his life, rapper Paul Wall has battled his weight loss problem. At one point, he was weighing over 320 pounds, which certainly affected his reputation. To make some life changes and to regain control over his health, Wall decided to undergo a gastric sleeve surgery in 2010. He certainly surprised the paparazzi and the fans alike when he paraded down the red carpet almost 100 pounds lighter.

Jordin Sparks - 50 pounds

At the age of 17, Jordin Sparks won the 6th season of American Idol. However, her win did come as bittersweet when she gained some baby fats in the process. As her career rose, however, Sparks made sure that she would take better care of herself and that she'd pay more attention to her looks. True enough, in 2013, she fulfilled that promise when she followed a weight loss program that consisted of going to the gym six days a week while following a healthy diet. When her fans saw her, rumors of her undergoing a gastric sleeve surgery were immediately dispelled.

Al Roker - 100 pounds

Al Roker gained prominence as an American weekday weatherman. At one point in his life, Roker decided that he wanted to look fit, and that's exactly what he did. However, despite his efforts to lose weight through diets and exercises, it seems like the natural way wasn't working well for him. Then, at 320 pounds, Roker decided that a gastric sleeve surgery was the way to go. With the surgery, Roker was able to shed off 100 pounds in eight short months. Following that, he lost 40 pounds as well. The weatherman now looks happier than ever!

Marissa Jaret Winokur - 60 pounds

Marissa Jaret Winokur has been called 'that big, beautiful actress from the play Hairspray.' However, when her cholesterol level jumped to 220, she knew her physician wasn't kidding when she was told to lose weight. With her life at risk, Marissa went head-on toward reform by first dumping unhealthy food from her refrigerator right away. She started a rigid reduction meal plan comprising of 1,200 calories daily and donned some activewear so she could sweat it out. She also played sports like basketball with her son instead of just being a spectator. Marissa became the winner of the first season of Celebrity Big Brother in the US in 2018.

Jonah Hill - 40 pounds

Moneyball certainly did the trick for Jonah Hill, as it inspired him to lose weight. Well, when you work with Brad Pitt, that's almost inevitable. After taking Brad's advice seriously, Jonah hit the gym hard and committed himself to a diet that helped him shed off his extra pounds. When he started to lose weight, it was evident that Hill didn't need any cosmetic procedures to make him look fit anymore! In spite of his healthier habits, it seems like Hill had a hard time sticking to his diet due to his fondness for beer.

Jerry Ferrara - 40 pounds

Jerry Ferrara skyrocketed to fame with his role in Entourage. Back then, Ferrara weighed over 200 pounds. During that time of his life, doctors encouraged Ferrara that he had to lose weight to have a healthier life. Through a healthy diet and exercise, Ferrara was able to lose 40 pounds without the need of any cosmetic procedures or plastic surgery. Now, the brawny and fit Ferrara looks better than ever! We're sure his health insurance company is happy with the developments, too.

Holly Madison - 30 pounds

We know a lot of you might be shocked to see Holly Madison appear on this list because she has always been fit. Madison experienced her fair share of weight gain when she became a mother. Of course, she did not plan to stay that way forever so she knew it was time to bounce back once she gave birth. Sources said that Madison was very strict with her eating habits and a corset also helped in getting her old figure back. Madison eventually lost about 30 pounds. In September 2018, Madison and her hubby Pasquale Rotella separated.

Kimberley Locke - 40 pounds

Kimberley Locke got rid of 40 pounds and reached a weight of 138 pounds after she incorporated Jenny Craig's weight loss program into her lifestyle. According to Kimberley, the program helped a lot when it came to controlling her portions of food. Because of her success story, she's even had a blog of her own on the website of Jenny Craig. The singer-songwriter and model, who had gone from being a size 14 to a size 6, also added that her weight had gone back to what it was when she was just a sophomore in high school.

Al Sharpton - 129 pounds

Reverend Al Sharpton tipped the scales at around 305 lbs, which had a lot to do with his diet of mostly fried chicken. In 2006, he finally got to the point where he realized that he needed to make a change when his youngest daughter poked at his stomach and asked him why he was so fat. Sharpton didn’t do anything special other than watch what he ate, and he also started exercising. He managed to shed off 129 lbs from his frame and kept it off, unlike in the past when he would try crash weight-loss strategies that never worked.

Lauren Alaina - 25 pounds

American Idol is known to launch into stardom hundreds of careers, and Lauren Alaina's was no exception. In fact, several critics consider Alaina as one of the best-known contestants on the show. During her run on AI, she gained a few unwanted pounds. But after it, she became determined to follow an exercise regimen and healthy diet. For her efforts, she was able to lose 25 pounds and claimed she's never felt better!

Monica Seles - 37 pounds

Monica Seles is a name many people know - especially tennis fans. Back in the '90s, Monica Seles was one of the greatest tennis stars alive. Unfortunately, in 1993, in a game against Steffi Graf, a fan of Steffi's who was mentally ill, stabbed Monica in the back. Unfortunately, this ended Monica's tennis career and ended all her hopes for having tennis as a life-long career. The incident, understandably, shook her up and affected her mental health. She then inherited an eating disorder and gained weight. She became depressed (she was only 19 when she was stabbed) and her father died from cancer. It was through a healthier lifestyle that Monica lost her weight - with healthier food choices and exercise.

Leslie Jones - 40 pounds

Comedian Leslie Jones is one of the friendly faces you will see on Saturday Night Live. She was also one of the lead stars of the Ghostbusters movie in 2016. Jones is in great shape these days and this is because of how active she has become in her life. Jones maintains a consistent fitness routine and she even shares her journey with her followers on Instagram. Jones has lost at least 40 pounds already. She is a part of a new film titled I Am Maurice and she is also lending her voice to the upcoming  Angry Birds Movie 2.

Jessica Mauboy - 17 pounds

In April 2019, former American Idol Australia's singing star Jessica Mauboy was officially showcasing her new look on Instagram after losing 17 pounds in just ten weeks! Showing off her beach-ready physique, her followers were curious as to how she achieved these results. Mauboy hired a trainer who increased her exercise routine and modified her dietary intake to have her eating five healthy repasts daily. She ate meals with high protein content. Mauboy said long-distance running and weight training gave her better breath control ability as a performer. Additionally, she enjoys yoga. She represented Australia in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2018 and placed 20th.

Deborra-Lee Furness - Undisclosed Weight Loss

When he was preparing to play the part of Wolverine in the film X-Men, Australian actor Hugh Jackman had to build a lot of muscle. Therefore, he ate 6,000 calories daily. Meanwhile, Debora-Lee Furness, his actress-wife, saw her weight skyrocket by 60 pounds as they savored meals together. She didn't resort to a tummy tuck to look trimmer but started exercising and eating healthy food. By April 2017, she was a lot slimmer standing on the red carpet beside Hugh. Furness was a part of the main cast in the TV series Hyde and Seek in 2016.

Amber Riley - 25 pounds

Amber Riley co-starred in the comedy-drama show Glee on Fox from 2009 to 2015. Then in 2017, she shone as a judge on Let It Shine, a musical play talent series on BBC One. When she decided to embark on a weight loss plan, she first visited a doctor to determine her most suitable approach. He recommended exercising and dieting to shed the pounds naturally. It was tough but she achieved her goal and dropped up to two sizes smaller. Amber didn't say how much weight she had lost, but two sizes would equate to about 20 to 30 pounds or an average of 25 pounds.

Queen Latifah - 30 pounds

Queen Latifah is known for her sultry figure and curves, but some people may not know that more than ten years ago, Queen Latifah underwent plastic surgery and had a breast reduction (yes, not a breast augmentation). More recently, she went on a diet and even hired a personal trainer which helped her lose some weight. She now looks even better.

Sherri Sheperd - 25 pounds

Sherri Shepherd is an actress who you might have watched in the show, Less Than Perfect. She also spent about seven years as one of the hosts of The View. Shepherd is one of the celebrities who follows the Keto diet and it's been working wonders for her. She reportedly dropped around 25 pounds but Shepherd's weight seems to be fluctuating in more recent times. Shepherd is still blessed with a very busy acting career and she is set to star as Principal Paula Madison in an upcoming show titled, Mr. Iglesias.

Sasha Pieterse - 37 pounds

Pretty Little Liars co-star Sasha Pieterse wasn't lying when she said she had a difficult time with both keeping the extra pounds from coming on and losing weight. This condition was a result of her developing a condition known as Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. She gained 70 pounds after its onset. However, in 2017, while a contestant on the popular TV contest Dancing with the Stars, she revealed that she had lost 37 pounds. This was from being so active on the show, and her new dietary habits while doing it. Pieterse finished 10th in the competition.

Ruth Jones - 63 pounds

Gone are her cuddly curves. Ruth Jones, after 22 months, unveiled her svelte figure following her loss of a four and a half stone. At 45, the novelist, screenwriter, and actress seemed to have figured the secret to losing weight. In her case, neither was it about the gym nor traditional diets. Instead, Miss Jones, the star in Stella; a comedy she wrote for Sky 1, adopted a simple and direct approach. She decided to adopt the habit of taking fewer calories than before. Fortunately, it worked! She is now a size 12. However, as expected, she admitted that the process was challenging. At first, the results seemed dismal. Being the person she is, her consistency defied the odds. With Jones as an example, it is evident that what you eat is what you become.

Scarface - 98 pounds

Brad Jordan a.k.a. Scarface is best known for being a member of the rap group named Geto Boys. Scarface once had very poor eating habits and he eventually reached around 300 pounds on the weighing scale. Since he had an idea about the health risks involved in obesity, he decided to change his lifestyle. With the help of consistent dieting and exercising, he was able to drop about 98 pounds. Scarface's most recent album, Deeply Rooted, was released back in 2015. That same year, he also released a memoir titled, Diary of a Madman.

Miranda Lambert - 20 Pounds

Miranda Leigh Lambert is widely known for being a singer and songwriter. She has won two Grammy Awards, ACM Award for Female Vocalist of the Year for nine consecutive years and was the first woman to win a Country Music Association Awards' Album of the Year. The main incentive behind her losing weight was to look attractive for her album Platinum. The star does not believe in fad diets nor shedding too much weight. She took to losing weight in the traditional manner. She is conscious about her portions and the kind of food and includes all healthy food groups in her diet. Miranda does not like raw vegetables so she drinks green juice to get the necessary nutrition. With the help of her trainer, she does circuit training for a certain period of time and often introduce resistance bands in her exercises.

Rosie O'Donnell - 175 pounds

When she reached 240 pounds, it was high time for Rosie O'Donnell to undergo a gastric sleeve surgery. The talk show host considered the option for health reasons. When O'Donnell suffered a heart attack, she got overwhelmed with anxiety. With anxiety at the back of her mind, O'Donnell immediately proceeded with the procedure in 2013. After losing 175 pounds, she regained control of her health and got the body shape she had always wanted.

Josie Gibson - 35 pounds

Josie Gibson shared how she dropped 35 pounds in only three months, and it was in a super safe way. Her weight loss made her go from a size 18 to a size 12! According to the Big Brother winner, she really did it the natural way through a proper diet and an exercise regime. Josie also got rid of sugar aside from fruit after she realized that her sugar addiction had been going on for two decades already. After giving birth in September 2018, what really motivated her was seeing all her bad bikini shots while she was on a holiday.

Roseanne Barr - 140 pounds

Today, most people - and, shockingly, even her fans, might not recognize Roseanne Barr after her major transformation. Actually, we're not sure if Roseanne cut herself in half! The star of the sitcom named after her apparently got sick of an unhealthy lifestyle when she struck 350 pounds on the weighing scale. When that happened, she had a gastric bypass surgery and started taking diet pills. Apart from that, since her operation, she has also made it a point in her life to make sure that her diet has some food rich in nutrients.

Ashlee Simpson - 40 pounds

If you're curious to know how a mom loses the pounds after having a baby, we have a pro in the form of celebrity singer Ashlee Simpson to show us the way. Following child number two, Simpson saw that she'd gained quite a bit of weight, but had the determination to lose it. She hit the gym like a woman obsessed and began consuming various superfoods that were packed with nutrients, coupled with tea to boost her body's metabolic rate. Five months later, she was 40 pounds lighter with flat abs again. Simpson and her husband, actor Evan Ross, released their first single together in 2018, titled, I Do.

Holly Valance - 20 lbs, Clean & Lean Diet

Holly Valance is an Australian celebrity who has acquired fame due to her charismatic acting abilities. However, she has a lot of things up her alley because she's also great at singing and modeling as well. Weight loss wasn't really in her mind until she saw a photograph of herself taken from a dinner event. Ultimately, the 36-year-old was able to lose 20 pounds through the Clean & Lean diet, meaning no processed or refined foods, no sugar, and lots of fresh ingredients. Just this June 2019, she was seen out at a children's charity event in London, looking great with her kids and her husband, property developer Nick Candy.

Tina Louise - Undisclosed

Tina Louise is an actress from America who acted as Ginger in the legendary sitcom Gilligan’s Island, through which she became the pop icon of that time. Even at the age of 84, Tina still exhibits the Hollywood glam. She was widely known as “the movie star” in the fantabulous and grand opening theme for many of the situation comedy shows from the sixties. She was recently seen in Los Angeles enjoying the California sun. Her stunning looks coupled with her great fashion sense make her one of the most charming icons in the industry. Considering what she weighed earlier in her career, she sure has come a long way with her complete body transformation.

Lauren Manzo - 30 pounds

Lauren Manzo, who is famous for appearing in the reality show Real Housewives of New Jersey, recently underwent a surgical procedure for breast reduction from size G to size C, which seems to be a part of an arduous goal for weight loss. She is extremely excited to let the world know about it. Manzo is extremely thankful to the surgeon for a painless recovery. Lauren’s pursuit of slimming down can be clearly observed from her earlier lap band surgery. Additionally, she also lost 30 pounds at the gym. She says she followed the weight loss regime for better health and social influence as she thought she will be judged by few.

Abby Lee Miller

After participating in Dance Moms, Abby Lee Miller has gained recognition as a dance instructor. However, in line with her fame, her popularity has also become riddled with her obesity issues. But when her mother was hospitalized, Miller decided that her extra pounds must go. After undergoing a gastric sleeve surgery, she dropped down her size from a 24 to a 16. Today, the dancing diva looks healthier and slimmer than most of her peers! What's next for this lady? A liposuction perhaps? We're bound to know her next move.

Raven-Symone - 35 pounds

The Cosby Show and That's So Raven! wouldn't be complete without Raven Symone. Although she grew up with fame right beside her, she did have her fair share of struggles with being overweight. But when she became frustrated with the comments about her, she decided that she needs to get her curves back - ASAP! Symone, unlike others, relied solely upon natural methods sans cosmetic procedures and plastic surgery - and it went well for her! With only natural methods, her weight loss of over 35 pounds has given her the body of a bombshell!

Andrea Swift - Undisclosed Weight Loss

Being the mom of famous singer Taylor Swift is enough for Andrea Swift to receive attention anywhere. But fat shamers found a reason to troll her over the Internet and make her and Taylor's lives miserable as a result. Andrea used to carry quite a bit of excess weight. When she was given her cancer diagnosis in 2015, the trolling made life even more stressful. Fortunately, her status improved quickly after she underwent intensive chemotherapy. She additionally began using a treadmill to do some jogging or walking outside for a half an hour with Taylor. She lost some weight alright. Sadly, in March 2019, Taylor announced that the cancer had returned.

Hillary Scott - Weight Lost Undisclosed

Lady Antebellum's Hillary Scott has always been a curvy lady. But after her first baby was born in July 2013, she found herself with about 50 pounds more on her voluptuous body. Although she wasn’t rushing to get rid of the excess weight, Scott did look remarkably skinnier after only a few months since giving birth. According to the Lady Antebellum co-lead vocalist, she aimed to be on the treadmill for about 30 minutes or more per day for five days a week back then. No wonder she was able to get her pre-baby body back in no time!

Nigella Lawson - 26.5 Pounds

Nigella Lawson is one of the world's greatest chefs. She simply adores food and you can tell this by watching any of her many cooking shows or reading any of her cooking books. She was born into a "cooking" family where her mother' family owned the J. Lyons and Co. food and catering business. She is simply lovely to watch and the food she creates reigns supreme. Over the years she obviously gained weight being the food lover she is but amazingly recently shed 26.5 pounds through portion control, healthier eating and yoga. She eats a piece of chocolate these days here and there - just not the whole bar, and doesn't say no to cravings (just is aware of portion size)!

Reza Farahan - 50 Pounds

Shahs of Sunset star Reza Farahan decided it was time to make a change in his life when he ran into a friend whom he hadn't seen in years. His friend was shocked at how he had let himself go. As a result, he made it his mission to lose 40 pounds. And that, he did. Farahan started changing long cardio sessions for weight training at the gym and meal prepping under the guidance of a personal trainer. It made all the difference and he was even able to shed 50 pounds a few weeks later. He was so proud of his achievement that he shared it on his social media with a hashtag.

Meghan Linsey  - 30 Pounds

The Voice runner-up Meghan Linsey turned heads in 2016 when she flaunted her fitter body wearing a tiny bikini on the beach. The photo shows Meghan with a big smile on her face sitting on top of a blanket. Although she's always been curvy, she admitted in an interview that she decided to lose some weight because she wasn't feeling great. For that, she leaned on Nutrisystem, a plan she committed to after realizing she was at the heaviest she'd ever been. As you can see, it gave her amazing results. Meghan recently released her new song titled She Used To Be Mine.

Naomi Campbell - Unknown

The modeling industry places emphasis on outward appearance and no one knows it better than Naomi Campbell. At 49 years of age, we can agree that she has redefined the meaning of ‘ageless beauty’. However, just like many of us, she has struggled with her weight in the past. Countless rumors have been circulated, claiming that she has undergone surgical procedures to maintain her youthful looks. She shared her secrets to keeping a svelte physique with Harpers Bazaar, explaining that she follows a vegetarian diet. She also said that she drinks tea often and starts her day off with probiotics and lemon.

Tami Roman - 30 pounds

We know Tami Roman best for her appearance on Basketball Wives. After starting the journey to shed off some weight in 2012, she was able to drop a couple of pounds. She credited NV Clinical Supplements for her weight loss and even became the brand’s spokesperson. She embraced more lifestyle changes including upping her training routines each day and watching what she ate. Having weighed about 185 pounds in 2014, she successfully lost 30 pounds by 2018. Roman also made it clear that health issues motivated her decision to lose weight, saying that she didn’t want to be part of the statistic of people in their 30s whose lives were claimed by heart attacks.

Kathy Kinney - 50 pounds

Weight has always been a huge factor for Kathy Kinney, who even exchanged blows with fellow characters about it on The Drew Carey Show. Her co-star on the show, Drew Carey, dropped a significant amount of weight and Kinney followed suit. Kinney started being more active, which helped her shed off a total of 50 pounds. She shared that the inability to control her weight often left her with low self-esteem as a child. Kinney also had to deal with bullying about her weight. But now as a grown-up and a couple of pounds lighter, she’s happier than ever.

Liz Torres - Undisclosed Weight Loss

Liz Torres was a friendly face you would see on the popular show, Gilmore Girls. Torres was quite on the heavier side back then but these days, she looks like she's half the woman she was. This was because she lost a tremendous amount of weight over the years. Some said that she got weight loss surgery but Torres never really disclosed what she did. Nonetheless, we're happy to see that she is now sporting a healthier figure. Torres' most recent acting role was in Netflix's Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life, in 2016.

Deborah Voigt - 100 pounds

In 2004, the world-famous operatic vocalist Deborah Voigt was dismissed from a London-based production titled Ariadne Auf Naxos. She was told that she was too heavy to slip into a sleek black dress that was somehow significant to its director's vision. That must've been difficult to swallow for someone like Voigt, who has built a name for herself in the world of opera. Since then, she has shed around 100 pounds of extra weight off her. She had undergone gastric bypass surgery, but it was mainly for health purposes since she was already having issues when it comes to high blood pressure and the like.

Nick Carter - 65 Pounds

Backstreet Boys band member, Nick Carter, went through a rough patch battling with substance abuse for ten years. In 2009, it was revealed that his heart muscles had weakened and if he didn’t act quickly, he would be in desperate need of a transplant or worse, it could lead to his death. That was the wake-up call Carter needed to begin taking care of himself and he began by working on his weight. At his heaviest, he had weighed 240 pounds but after making adjustments to his meal plans and adopting a more physical lifestyle, he was able to shed an impressive 65 pounds.

Britney Spears - 20 pounds

Singer Britney Spears became one of our favorite performers since she first signed a contract with Jive Records in 1997 and turned into a pop sensation. We've also been with her through her weight fluctuations time and again and it's something we can identify with. In preparation for her first Las Vegas residency, Britney Piece of Me which started in 2013, she had lost 20 pounds. Britney cut out junk food and replaced unhealthy snacks with healthy ones. She also embarked on a workout program that included yoga, dance, and routines with a trainer. Now, she's looking spiffy. Her second LA residency, Britney: Domination began in February 2019.

Jennifer Hudson - 80 pounds

With her incredible voice, Jennifer Hudson was able to charm her way into the hearts of millions when she appeared on American Idol as its ultimate superstar. In addition to her association with the show, Hudson also became an actress. Her performance in Dreamgirls made her an award-winning actress. However, the actress did struggle with her extra pounds. But as she's not so much of a fan of exercise (let alone procedures like gastric sleeve or liposuction), Hudson decided that a diet was the way to go, which worked superbly as she lost 80 pounds!

Christina Hendricks – Unknown

According to Christina Hendricks, her body shape took a toll on her career as she was deemed unsuitable for certain movie roles because of her weight. Though she appeared not to care about the criticism, there was a time she was reported to have changed her meal plan in order to shed some pounds.

She reportedly cut out carbs and alcoholic beverages from her diet, replacing them with foods high in healthy fats. These days, Hendricks seems to be a lot fitter and healthier. She was cast in the adult animated sitcom that debuted in 2020, "Solar Opposites.

Hannah Zeile – Unknown

In the fifth season of "This Is Us," fans of the show noticed a change in form and wonder if Teenage Kate was losing weight. Just like her character in the movie, it appears that Zeile has also struggled with her appearance and had been pressured to look slimmer at the start of her career.

She revealed that she was taunted for her small body while growing up and the insecurities still linger. Zeile landed her first role on screen while auditioning, was signed on by a Hollywood agent, and got a recurring role in "Anger Management." Zeile still has an ongoing role in "This Is Us."

Alexandra Breckenridge – Unknown

In an interview, the "This Is Us" star, Alexander Breckenridge, revealed that she's not a fan of heavy exercise but sticks to simple ones like light circuit training and pilates. According to her, her incredible physique after delivering two babies is probably due to running after her son which she implied is a form of exercise on its own.

Breckenridge had supporting roles in her early days such as "Big Fat Liar" and "She's the Man." She's appeared in several movies since then and has taken on numerous voice roles. One of her most recent roles was in the 2020 film, "Love in Store."

Mackenzie Hancsicsak – Unknown

The "This Is Us" stat Mackenzie Hancsicsak has lost so much weight that some fans even failed to recognize her after her incredible transformation---and can you really blame them? She does look completely different, after all! She started the show ad a child actor but grew up along the way and in season 5 of the show, she's undergone a significant weight loss and has grown out of the chubbier phase.

Though still very early in her career, Mackenzie has appeared in two other films, "My Girls in Summer Sisters" and "Tangled: The Series."

Alec Baldwin - 60 pounds

Alec Baldwin had the scare of his life when doctors diagnosed him as being pre-diabetic. The famous American actor then resolved to adopt a healthier lifestyle as he perhaps didn't want to undergo diabetes treatment either. Despite the trend of plastic surgery and liposuction, Baldwin just decided to exercise regularly while going on a sugar-free diet. In turn, this shed off 60 pounds off him and allowed him to get his blood sugar under control. Today, he is leaner and fitter than he ever was.

Nicola Coughlan – Undisclosed

Nicola Coughlan is an Irish actress who rose to prominence following her performance as Clare Devlin in the hit sitcom "Derry Girls." Her fame grew even further after she portrayed the role of Penelope Featherington in the Netflix series "Bridgerton." Fans were delighted to see her stepping out looking radiant and healthy as ever while sporting a relatively trim figure in 2022.

Life in the public eye can be challenging. Despite all the accolades and acclaim that Coughlan has earned over the years, some people never stopped commenting on her weight. That's why in 2022, she publicly called out all body shamers on her Twitter.

Alison Hammond - Undisclosed

Before TV star Alison Hammond became a household name in Hollywood, she was one of the "Big Brother" contestants in 2002. After leaving the show, she found her path and joined ITV's show "This Morning," where she has been working to date.

For the longest time in Hammond's life, she was on the heavier side, weighing up to 280 pounds. She worked with a trainer and applied some healthy eating to come back to shape. Though she hasn't disclosed the pounds she lost, you can see the difference in the 2021 film "Double Trouble."

Mariah Carey - 45 pounds

Ever since she gave birth to her twins in 2011, Mariah Carey had been openly struggling with her weight control. In addition to having gained a lot of pounds, Carey was also publicly criticized for it. In an effort to bring back her great curves, Carey went on a daily workout routine and followed a strict diet. Those concerted efforts resulted in a weight loss of 45 pounds. Thankfully, despite the trend, Carey didn't undergo any kind of liposuction or surgery (so no claim from her health insurance either).

Susan Boyle

After she appeared on Britain's Got Talent with her incredible voice and astonishing performance, it was only a matter of time before Susan Boyle skyrocketed to fame. As her immense popularity and fame happened overnight, so did her transformation! With her newfound wealth, she started exercising, underwent a full makeover, and followed her stringent but balanced diet. We're glad she didn't resort to a lap band or a stomach sleeve. Now, the singer with the angelic voice is looking like a true celebrity.

Peter Kay - Undisclosed Weight Loss

Just as the Internet would be quick to find flaws in celebrities, they managed to quickly notice the weight loss transformation that Peter Kay has gone through. For anyone who doesn't know, he is a British comedian, actor, and singer, who garnered widespread recognition after winning Channel 4's annual stand-up comedy contest So You Think You're Funny? in 1997. Even though Kay hasn't revealed how much weight he lost and how, his recent appearances show that he is much lighter, happier, and comfortable in his own skin. The 47-year-old appeared as John Redmond in Car Share in recent years and also featured in BBC's The Big Night In, in 2020.

Valerie Bertinelli - 50 pounds

Valerie Bertinelli is an actress who became popular back in the mid-1970s when she starred as Barbara Cooper Royer in the show called One Day at a Time. Bertinelli is one of the many famous names who's been able to slip into a better figure after following the Jenny Craig diet plan. Sources said that Bertinelli dropped around 50 pounds and she later even became a spokesperson for Jenny Craig. Bertinelli is well known for her hosting career these days and she is set to host a new show called Family Food Showdown.

Trisha Yearwood – 30 Pounds

Featured in a 2022 episode of "Extra," the American country-music singer Trisha Yearwood made headlines in outlets such as Fox News for her impressive weight loss story. In just four months, she changed her physique entirely, dropping a whopping 30 pounds! How did she do it?

Exercising was vital, but it was her custom diet that made the difference. Yearwood designed a specific plan that, while made of 90% low-fat, low-sugar foods, had enough room for one or two cheat meals. Looking extremely good without going into extremes, Yearwood seems happier and healthier than ever.

Gabourey Sidibe (Precious) - 50 pounds

It can't be denied that Gabourey Sidibe has been struggling with being overweight during a large part of her adult career. Several weight loss programs, personal trainers, and diets weren't giving the desired effects, so Gabourey decided to go to the alternate route: she underwent a gastric sleeve surgery. However, she claims that it wasn't all for aesthetic purposes as she was also diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and wanted to ease her diabetes treatment. The procedure slimmed her down by 50 pounds.

Kirsten Vangsness – 40 Pounds

Kirsten Vangsness is an American actress and writer. She is best known for her portrayal of FBI Technical Analyst Penelope Garcia for the CBS drama series Criminal Minds. She portrayed the same character on the spin-off series Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior. According to some reports, CBS producers may have told Kirsten to lose 35 pounds for the next season of the show! After that, Vangness has been seen in the limelight with a slimmer body.  The secret to her body transformation is a healthy lifestyle. She reported incorporating a healthy diet and workouts with her personal trainer. ‘That’s all there is to it’, she says.  However, Vangsness is rumored to have used an all-natural weight loss supplement called PureFit Keto. PureFit Keto uses a formula made with natural ingredients to boost metabolism, suppress appetite, and give you more energy. All of this can help one achieve the body of their dreams!

Natalie Portman - 20 pounds

The iconic Hollywood actress Natalie Portman made news for her new, buff physique in "Thor: Love and Thunder." However, she was already making serious changes to her body to fit into roles as far back as 2010. Extremely committed to her acting, Portman dropped a reported 20 pounds to portray a ballerina in the acclaimed drama "Black Swan." According to Hello! Magazine, Portman found her weight-loss journey so demanding that she thought she "literally was going to die." It's hard to lose 20 pounds when you're already slim and elegant, but it was worth it in the end, as "Black Swan" earned Portman the Academy Award for Best Actress.

Jessica Simpson – 100 Pounds

After her third pregnancy in March 2019, singer and actress Jessica Simpson recalls throwing up on the weight scale when the needle hit the 240-pound mark. Having been a symbol of sensuality and beauty for decades, Simpson teamed up with her trainer Harley Pasternak, and two got straight down to business. Simpson had shed 100 pounds to get back down to her natural body weight in a matter of months following Pasternack's food plan and holistic lifestyle changes. Simpson recently unveiled her 2021 lines of shoes and spring clothing, which are available to purchase on her official website.

Letitia Dean – 29 Pounds

Letitia Dean landed her biggest role on TV as Sharon Watts on the 1985 hit British sitcom EastEnders after reportedly lying to producers to fulfill a key character requirement. Growing up in the Hollywood spotlight as a teenager took its toll on Dean. Public bullying and fat-shaming made her very self-conscious and insecure, leading to her breast reduction surgery and a subsequent 29-pound weight reduction due to healthy eating. Dean aims to help others shed weight, too, with her DVD Letitia Dean's Lean Routine. The upcoming 2021 season of EastEnders, starring Dean, features shorter 20-minute episodes due to filming difficulties and logistical restrictions.

Ej Johnson - 180 Pounds

Earvin Johnson III is an American reality TV star who rose to fame following his stint on the Rich Kids of Beverly Hills. However, on the show, Johnson appeared as an oversized and out-of-shape cast member who weighed close to 350 pounds. However, in the fourth season of the show, he returned looking better than ever, having lost 180 pounds! After hiring a trainer, Johnson's go-to exercise routine was Pilates and dancing. With his fortune growing in recent years to a cool $3.5 million, Johnson is currently working on his beauty lines, working with brands like Chrome Girl to release his lipstick, Jaded.

Courteney Cox – Unknown

One of our favorite stars on the "Friends" sitcom, Courteney Cox is seen by most of us as a woman still in her 30s, thanks to seemingly unchanging looks. According to her, she is careful about what she eats and follows the Atkins diet plan religiously.

Cox also incorporates some exercising into her daily routine and walks at least 20 minutes daily. Apart from her appearance in "Friends," she's starred in several other films and TV series such as "Scrubs," "Go on," "Modern Family," and "Scream 4." In 2021, she joined her fellow "Friends" cast on "Friends: The Reunion."

Mandy Moore – Unknown

When actress, singer, and songwriter, Mandy Moore was pregnant with her son, she had food aversions and lost a lot of weight due to her inability to eat. Luckily after a few months, she got better. She gave birth in February 2021 and made it a priority to focus on her well-being by working out.

Moore became famous when she released her debut single, "Candy," and has received several accolades for her music. She's also popular for her role as Jamie Sullivan in the romantic drama, "A Walk to Remember." She was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2019.

Jorge Garcia – 100 Pounds

Family, friends, and fans of actor Jorge Garcia, who fans know as Hugo 'Hurley' Reyes in the show "Lost," previously expressed concern over the star's fluctuating weight. Through a strict diet and workout, he reportedly managed to shed around 100 pounds for his own health, according to the Daily Mail.

Plus, "Lost" producers wanted him to shed weight and he initially lost 30 pounds before filming. After his "Hawaii Five-0" stint in 2019, Garcia was rarely seen in public. Two years later, he was spotted with his wife Rebecca Birdsall and he seemed to have re-gained the pounds back.

Melissa McCarthy - 75 Pounds

Since the start, the actress has somewhat struggled with her weight and has even gone on interviews and other platforms regarding her difficulties with it. According to the actress, she has basically been every size in the world, however, for her size prior to 2015, she was unable to find designers who would agree to design her dress for her for big events such as the Oscars. This even lead to her starting her own fashion line which is known as Melissa McCarthy Seven7. Despite all of this negativity, McCarthy still remained positive about her body as she believes in only doing actions for her own self rather than pleasing others. After landing a role in Spy, alongside Jude Law, the actress decided to lose weight and by 2015, she had lost about 50 pounds. By 2016, the number rose up to 75 pounds.

Kaley Cuoco – 6 Pounds

Following her astronomical success from TV shows like The Big bang Theory and 8 Simple Rules, Kaley Cuoco became a household name and was synonymous with shows that defined a whole generation of kids born in the 21st century. Although her latest weight-loss numbers are undisclosed, it is her most impressive transformation yet, given that she did lose six pounds back in 2015 as well. Cuoco started horseback riding, for her mental health, and gradually added activities like hot yoga, spinning, and Pilates, and is a regular gymgoer, which transformed her physique completely in 2019. Her 2022 action flick The Man from Toronto is currently in production.

Delta Burke - 65 Pounds

Delta Burke is a name many people know. She was part of a quartet in the hugely popular '80s sitcom Designing Womenfrom 1986-1993. Her co-stars were Jean Smart, Dixie Carter and Annie Potts. Delta was known for her charm and beauty as well as her fluctuating weight. When Delta learnt that she had diabetes, she decided to make a change for the better, eat cleaner and better and voila! - she lost 65 pounds. She also look at the size of her portion of food and monitors it.

Celine Dion - Unknown

Celine Dion is a really big household name. Although she hasn't come out with any hits in the last few years, everyone knows who she is. With the voice of an angel, we can thank her for many of the love songs we have on our playlists today. Her husband of 22 years, Rene Angelil passed away in 2016 due to throat cancer which left Celine devastated. It was then that the weight started melting off. She made headlines recently at Paris Fashion Week and really turned heads due to her unnaturally skinny appearance. We wish the best for Celine and hope her health is alright.

Meghan Markle - 23 pounds

Meghan Markle's life is really something like a fairy tale. She didn't grow up particularly very well off but followed her dreams of acting and ended up in the hit series Suits. After dating many frogs she eventually met her prince - Prince Harry! She apparently lost 23 pounds just before they got married. Meghan just had her baby Archie and is already looking great. She follows a vegan diet during the week and does Pilates and yoga. She also believes in juicing and will often have a veggie shake for dinner!

Whoopi Goldberg - 30 pounds

Multi-awarded actress Whoopi Goldberg has been in the acting scene since the 1980s. Most of you surely remember her for her performances in movies like Sister Act and The Color Purple. Goldberg's success in getting her weight under control was all thanks to Rocco DiSpirito's "pound-a-day" weight loss plan. She has become 30 pounds lighter and is looking quite good despite being in her 60s already. In 2018, Goldberg lent her voice to animated shows like Elena of Avalor and BoJack Horseman. Her most recent film role was on Nobody's Fool.

Gemma Collins – 49 Pounds

Gemma Collins achieved stardom for appearing in the reality series "The Only Way Is Essex." She also made appearances on several television shows, namely "Dancing on Ice" and "Celebrity Big Brother." Helping her lose 28 pounds was starring in "I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!"

However, in her Instagram post last January 2022, Collins seemed to have shed more pounds. She shared that she has been working hard for the past weeks, trying to shape up. She also likes to share glimpses of her versatile workout routine and posted a video of her horse riding with a caption that she is not giving up.

Anne Hegerty – 28 Pounds

Anne Hegerty is an English television personality who has a net worth of $3 million. She is known for presenting television quiz shows and is one of the "chasers" on the TV game show The Chase. In 2018 she competed on the ITV reality television series I'm a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! The well-known program lands a host of celebrities in the Australian outback, forcing them to survive in the jungle while completing tasks for food and it is this which helped the Chaser to lose a stone. Anne came seventh in the series, which saw many of the celebrity contestants losing weight thanks to the harsh conditions of the show. After the show ended Hegerty retained the healthy diet she had cultivated while on the show and lost 14 more pounds. In 2018 she rocked the red carpet with her new hot bod after losing 28 pounds.

Alana Thompson – 7 Pounds

In 2021, Alana Thompson graced an episode of "The Masked Singer" and fans took to notice that she was no longer the rumbustious little girl we fell in love with from "Toddlers and Tiaras." Since appearing on the TLC show, she headlined "Here Comes Honey Boo Boo" alongside her family. Inspired by her mother, June Shannon, Alana also embarked on a weight loss journey. Initially, she lost seven pounds just by switching up her meals and mostly adopting a no-grease diet. In October 2020, she told her Instagram fans that she was still on the wagon and working on shedding off more weight.