51+ Celebrities and Their Phenomenal Weight Loss Transformation

Mo’Nique – 100lbs – No Junk Food, Diet and Frequent Exercise

Mo’Nique is 49 years old and has a solid acting career even with an Academy Award in her pocket. The laid-back comedian and actress did not care so much for being overweight until the doctors urged her to go on a diet. She’s got high blood pressure and needs to keep it under control with the right nutrition. She lost 100 pounds the natural way, which proves how disciplined the actress is. Many would have undergone a gastric sleeve surgery in her position. The actress avoided unhealthy fried food and red meat.

Mariah Carey – 45lbs – Strict Diet and Intense Exercise Routines

Speaking of Randy Jackson, one of his most successful collaborations was with 47-year-old Mariah Carey. Joining the ranks as one of the best-selling female artists of the new millennium, Carey released her first single— Vision of Love —in 1990 and saw her debut album fly off the shelves. Following up the hit with another four chart-topping singles, Carey has spent the last 28 years enjoying ongoing success with 18 chart-topping hits like  One Sweet Day  and  We Belong Together .

After marrying Nick Cannon in 2008, Carey gave birth to twins in 2011 and was welcomed to motherhood with two precious babies and 70 pounds of baby weight that made her barely recognizable. Luckily, within a few months of giving birth, Carey dropped 45 pounds and had continued to shed the weight thanks to diet and exercise. Even after separating from Cannon in 2014 and packing on a few more pounds, Carey is still rocking a killer bod as she films her E! Network documentary series  Mariah’s World  which is set to premiere in June 2016!

Sherri Shepherd – 40lbs – Strict Diet Plan, Intense Workout Routines and A Personal Trainer

Everyone got to know Sherri Shepherd through her work as a co-host on the show,  The View.  Her weight loss journey started when she was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. With the help of a personal trainer, she was able to follow a strict diet and exercise regularly. She lost around 40 pounds and says she has kissed her diabetes medicine goodbye.

Angie Stone – 75lbs – Varied Healthy Diet and Exercise Plans

Still a hit in the music industry at 54 years old, Stone first tried to lose weight in 2006 by joining VH1’s  Celebrity Fit Club  but succeeded to lose less than 20 pounds. A decade later, the singer-songwriter was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and was inspired to take action. Having lost over 75 pounds, Stone is healthier than ever before after learning to manage her diabetes and her weight successfully.

Mama June – 100lbs – Cut Out All Sugary Drinks, Made Fruit A Big Part Of Her Diet, Gastric Sleeve Surgery and Skin Removal Surgery

Having her first daughter at 15, she struggled to shake the baby weight for nearly a decade. After becoming a grandmother at the age of 33 and battling with diabetes for years, Mama June lost a whopping 100 lbs by “haven’t been drinking as much soda – just water and stuff. We’ve been eating a lot of chicken and baked foods. I also snack on grapes and cheese cubes throughout the day”. She recently underwent skin removal surgery to get rid of all the excess skin and looks absolutely incredible now.

50 Cent – 75lbs – Liquid Only Diet and Intense Cardio Workout

Wow. That’s quite a change that we didn’t expect. 50 Cent is one of the most famous artists in rap music. In 2010 50 Cent was cast for the movie,  Things Fall Apart  to play Deon – a football player suffering from a deadly disease. Committed to the role, 50 Cent spent more than three months doing a three hours cardio workout a day and consuming a liquid diet only before reaching his goal weight of 160 pounds. Thankfully, he started eating regularly again after the finished filming the movie which he won a Grammy for his role as Deon. Congratulations to the shown dedication! We love you as you are!

Rebel Wilson – 35lbs – Strict Diet Plan, Intense Exercise Routines and Natural Weight Loss Supplements

This is one seriously impressive weight loss transformation. The actress and comedian from down under, Australia, shed more than 35 pounds in total, almost 20 pounds of which she lost in a 6-week-high-intensity exercise program and a terribly strict diet regimen. On top of that, she took metabolism supplements, natural ones, to make sure that she still burns calories even if she wasn’t exercising. Results are fantastic; there’s no denying it – Rebel Wilson looks great!

Dr. Dre – 50lbs – Nutritious Diet and Grueling Exercise Routines

Dr. Dre was born as Andre Romelle Young in California and one of the founding members of the influential group  N.W.A . alongside Ice Cube and Eazy-E who were famous for their gangster rap and their use of explicit and violent lyrics in the early ’90s. Dr. Dre is now worth over $600 million, and he has quite changed a bit – especially his appearance. By the time Dr. Dre realized that he has to drop some of his extra pounds he was almost 270 pounds heavy. He adopted a much healthier lifestyle and became a real gym rat. The 51-year-old rapper looks pretty hot for his age. What a body!

Jessica Simpson – 60lbs – Strict Vegan Diet Plan With Weight Watchers

Jessica Simpson’s endorsement of  Weight Watchers  has really helped her get rid of the excess pregnancy weight. The diet program they made her undergo was surely not the easiest to keep up with, but she just kept her focus and efforts intact. She later lost a total of 60 pounds. Since then, she has never regained weight, and she looks 10 years younger, just the way she looked in  The Dukes of Hazard.

Adele – 40lbs – Healthy Diet Plan and Exercise

Adele is the biggest star and female power voice of the new generation as she simply kills it every time she releases an album or a single. Adele’s looks never represented an obstacle to her success, but the British songwriter and singer decided it was time to slim down a bit. So far, Adele has lost 40 pounds through regular exercise and a healthy and nutritive meal plan which excludes consumption of tea. Adele is handling it well and seems not to need any further treatment or medical help.

Jennifer Hudson – 80lbs – Varied Healthy Diet and Regular Exercise Sessions

Drawing comparisons to a young Aretha Franklin on the third season of  American Idol  in 2004, Jennifer Hudson didn’t let coming in seventh place on the show stop her from reaching for the stars.

Getting her first taste of real fame in 2006, Hudson made her film debut in  Dreamgirls  and was met with critical acclaim after taking home an Academy Award and a Golden Globe for her performance. Two years later, she was at it again when she released her self-titled debut album that earned her a Grammy Award and featured hits like  Spotlight . Faced with tragedy in 2008 when her mother, brother, and nephew were killed in a shooting, Hudson stepped out of the spotlight for three months and returned with a new perspective on her life and career. The Chicago native became a spokesperson for Weight Watchers in 2010 and dropped 80 pounds over the next four years. Now 34 years old and looking hotter than ever, Hudson admits that she loves chocolate but hates to exercise, so she focuses more on counting calories and portion control. Whatever works!

Lauren Alaina – 25lbs – Healthy Diet With Small Portions

Another  American Idol  contestant who lost it big is Lauren Alaina. The 21-year-old singer/songwriter underwent quite a transformation since her debut on Idol, having dropped 25 pounds: “Changing my diet was the big thing. I had to learn portion control.” she said. Alaina, who now looks more gorgeous than ever, started dating renowned comedian John Crist in 2019, as she herself revealed.

Susan Boyle – 28lbs – Strict Diet Regimen With Lots Of Vegetables and Regular Exercise

Susan Boyle wowed everyone ever since he shared her voice on the show,  Britain’s Got Talent . She was known to be overweight and it already has some harsh effects on her health. She later achieved weight loss the natural way through dieting and exercising. Now, in June 2019, Boyle revealed that she’s making her first steps towards learning how to drive! She might be 59 but,  hey,  it’s never  too  late, right?

Oprah Winfrey – 77lbs – Diet Free From Carbs and Exercise Routines

Oprah Winfrey is among the biggest success stories in the US. Winfrey grew up in extreme poverty and was physically and verbally abused during childhood before she became famous and wealthy. Today her net worth is estimated to be approx. $3 billion – which is pretty impressive. Oprah used food to ease the pain from her abusive childhood. She loves bread and everything that has a lot of carbs in general  (Who doesn’t?) . In the early ’90s, Winfrey was at her largest and weighed 237 pounds. Today she is a Weight Watchers member, and her weight dropped to only 160 pounds. She feels awesome and can still enjoy her favorite food.

Jonathan Antoine – 56 lbs – Consistent Exercise Routine and Strict Diet Program

For singing duo Jonathan and Charlotte, competing in  Britain’s Got Talent  didn’t just provide a chance at achieving greatness. As far as Jonathan Antoine is concerned, the show saved his life! Battling with chronic weight loss issues, the up-and-coming artist credits the show with giving him incentive not only to lose weight but also to deal with his depression  (caused by a long history of bullying and self-harm) . After his best friend Charlotte convinced him to take the big step and audition, his life – and his bank account – took a turn for the better. Who knew that a reality TV show could count as effective depression treatment?

Kelly Osbourne – 50lbs – Dancing Routines and Healthy Diet Plan

It wasn’t until 2002 with the debut of  The Osbournes  when the world finally got to meet Kelly Osbourne, the daughter of the rock icon and the Godfather of Heavy Metal himself—Ozzy Osbourne. Following the mumbling singer and his strange profanity-loving family around, audiences were shocked by the foul-mouthed Kelly who received much unwanted attention because of her weight. Everything changed in 2009, however, when the wild-haired British fashion designer was added to the roster of Dancing with the Stars. Taking third place in the competition and losing the mirror-ball trophy to Donny Osmond, Osbourne had an even bigger victory when she dropped a whopping 50 pounds over the course of the show. Spending nearly ten weeks training and dancing with her professional partner Louis Van Amstel, Osbourne cut out junk food completely and looked like an entirely different person by the finale in November. The 31-year-old Brit has maintained her hot new look by eating healthy and staying active with a few spins on the dance floor every now and again.

Ruben Studdard – 115lbs – Regular Exercise, Nutritious Diet and Health TV Show

Ruben Studdard, who was the winner of  American Idol ‘s second season, managed to drop more than 115 pounds in less than 12 months when he participated on the TV show  Biggest Loser.  The 6’3” tall gospel, pop and R&B singer who weighed 462 pounds at the beginning of the show is now down to 343 lbs. ‘Sounds awesome to us.

Ed Sheeran – 50lbs – Cut Beer Out Of His Diet and Started Going To The Gym More

Sheeran is a charismatic English singer and songwriter who started out his music career as a 16-year-old kid trying to get gigs around town. When he turned 18, he moved to London to further work on his career, releasing independent albums.  Lately, Sheeran has almost put as much of emotion into his looks as in his music when we saw his 2017 slim look. He managed to shed 50 pounds in just one year, and his explanation is the exclusion of beer, whereas the rest of his diet remained the same. Ed also said that he was hitting the gym more often and exercised regularly.

Chaz Bono – 85lbs – Varied Diet Comprising Of Meat, Vegetables, Nuts and Fruit

After undergoing a physical gender transition, Chaz Bono is yet another celebrity on our list who joined the cast of  Dancing with the Stars , where he dropped 85 pounds. He said his method of maintaining good health was a diet consisting mostly of meat, fruit, nuts, and vegetables. Bono is now set to appear in the upcoming movie  3 From Hell,  a film produced and directed by the famous rock star Rob Zombie.

Gabourey Sidibe – 150lbs — Intense Workout Routine and Healthy Diet Plan With No Fats and Sugar

While most actors struggle with minor roles and appearances before catching their first major break, the same can’t be said for Gabourey Sidibe who landed a starring role in her first acting gig in the 2009 film  Precious.
The former office receptionist turned Hollywood star revealed in 2011 that she lost an impressive 50 pounds and felt much healthier than her  Precious  days. The following year, rumors ran wild that Sidibe had dropped down to 150 pounds. Regardless, Sidibe is keeping off the weight and has become one of the most impressive celebrity weight loss transformations we’ve seen in Hollywood so far! Keep up the great work!

Claire Richards – 80lbs – Complete Overhaul Of Her Diet Plan

Richards used to be the hot front female voice of the group  Steps  which shook the late 1990s music stage. But after the band split up, Claire seemed to have lost interest in her looks. She developed an emotional relationship with food as she admitted, and piled up pound after pound. Claire has been gaining and losing weight non-stop for a period, and we hope that this was her last time. She got rid of 80 pounds on her last diet when she was getting rid of baby weight. Actions do pay off.

Claire Sweeney – 28lbs – Slimfast Diet Plan and Regular Exercise

Actress and singer Sweeney is so adorable with her cute little face that no one knows how one of her friends had the audacity to call her fat. Sweet as she is, she did not take offense or start a fight, but Sweeney was motivated like never before to start working on her pre-baby figure. She got rid of her baby fat by entering a  SlimFast  diet program. She also started regularly going to the gym and is now a proud UK size 10.

Adrienne Houghton – 22 lbs — Diet and Exercise

Adrienne became popular as a singer and was actually one of the founding members of  The Cheetah Girls  and  3LW.  Houghton has also starred in films like  All You’ve Got, Coach Carter,  and of course,  The Cheetah Girls  movies. Aside from that, she has also appeared in TV series like  The Suite Life of Zack & Cody  and  That’s So Raven . She has earned enough throughout her career to maintain a comfortable lifestyle. We were completely stunned to hear that Houghton has managed to shed off an extra 22 pounds recently. This piece of news is all the more wonderful as she is headed to walk down the aisle in just two months from now. What a transition she has gone through! And we simply can’t stop praising her for her efforts. This is quite inspiring for all those ladies out there who desperately want to lose some weight and bring out their gorgeous selves.

Holly Willoughby – Weight Loss Unknown –  Pilates

Although Holly Willoughby keeps quiet in regards to her weight loss, you only have to compare pictures from only a few years ago and you get to see the difference. We don’t know exactly how many pounds she shed, but what we do know is that after having her daughter, she started doing  Pilates  with a personal trainer. It has certainly paid off through the years! The combination of exercising and good feeding habits have the mother of three looking amazing. And she is not afraid to flaunt it, too! Holly was seen celebrating The Street’s Brixton Academy gig for her birthday in February 2019.

Tziporah Malkah (Kate Fischer) — 110lbs — Professional Training

Katie Fischer, or now known as Tziporah Malkah, used to be a stunning model of Australian-American origin who had a great start to her career. She was often touted as the next Elle Macpherson because of how gorgeous and stunning she was in her prime. Like Macpherson, Fischer was more than a model as she also took part in movies. She was having a great career, and all was well in her personal life, too, as she was engaged to business mogul, James Packer. However, things took a bitter turn when her engagement with Packer ended in 1998. After that, her career followed suit and went downhill. Apparently, she had been suffering from an eating disorder since she was the age of eight which was the reason why she gained a lot of weight. She was about 265 lbs when she decided to change her lifestyle. She sought the help of a professional trainer and controlled her diet as well. As per latest reports, Fischer has lost a total of 110lbs and looks as good as before!

Keely Shaye Smith – 105lbs – Atkins Diet and Exercise

Keely Shaye Smith first gained fame after she appeared in Huey Lewis’ music video. It eventually helped her land a role in the hit drama series  General   Hospital  portraying the role of Valerie Freeman. Surely, many would remember Keely as a plus-sized actress, author, and journalist who decided to change her ways and lost around 105 pounds. She opted to have a healthier lifestyle and redeemed herself as she followed the Atkins diet and an exercise routine that suits her. Today, Keely directed and produced an award-winning documentary titled  Poisoning   Paradise  which was released in 2018.

Celine Dion – 7lbs – Working Too Hard

Celine Dion is working too hard and her recent weight loss might be a result of that. She looked happy but thinner than ever, with fans worried about her drastic weight loss. Celine is famous for songs like as My Heart Will Go On from the  Titanic  soundtrack, Think Twice & Because You Loved Me. After winning many Grammy Awards & breaking several music industry records, she now has a Las Vegas estate at Ceasars Palace where she often performs many of her hits. The singer married Rene Angelil in 1994 & had 3 children together. He tragically died in 2016  from cancer in the same month that her brother also perished.

Chrissy Metz – 100lbs – Strict Diet Plan and Regular Exercise

Chrissy had gone through a rough experience before she found success with the  This Is Us  hit series. Namely, the  American Horror Story  star had put on an extra 100 pounds due to her suffering from depression back in the days before her career took off. A panic attack on her 30th birthday was her wake-up call. Since then, she lost the 100 pounds and landed a role in  This Is Us . She is still on a  diet though, still trying to shed a few more pounds.

Zach Galifianakis – 60lbs – Strict Healthy Diet Plan and Exercise Routines

Zach Galifianakis is next to Seth Rogen one of  Hollywood’s favorite bearded and chubby funny men. With his first major role in  The Hangover,  he became famous all over the globe. In 2014 the world was shocked when he arrived on the red carpet – all of a sudden he wasn’t chubby anymore but all slim and handsome. He lost about 60 pounds but still isn’t happy with the healthy lifestyle. He’d rather have a cold beer and a sausage, he says.

Perez Hilton – 70lb – Optimum Nutritional Diet and Regular Exercise

The 38-year-old columnist and blogger Perez Hilton first gained fame for his blog which is mainly featuring celebrity gossip and crude tabloid photos enhanced with captions. In 2008 Hilton decided to transform his life dramatically. He realized that he wasn’t physically active at all and his diet was based on bad eating habits. With the help of a private certified trainer, he managed to drop 70 pounds and increase his overall well-being. In addition to his daily gym workout, he regularly visits yoga classes and practices meditation. Furthermore, he changed is diet and is eating much more healthy now.

Christina Aguilera – 47lbs – Possible Diet and Cosmetic Surgery

The princess of pop Christina Aguilera has an incredible voice, and we just love her music. After giving birth to her second child, it was a real challenge for her to lose the extra weight that she had gained. At that time Aguilera was at almost  200 pounds. She suddenly came back all skinny again after taking a short break from The Voice. We are unsure how she lost all that extra pounds so quickly? Maybe Liposuction?

Ronnie Ortiz – Strict Workout Routine and Diet

Jersey Shore’s  Ronnie Ortiz worked in real estate with his father before joining the reality television, building his reputation as a strong built guy. A year after the show ended he surprised us all with a drastic weight gain, a side effect of kidney stones. Although the star didn’t take long to get back in shape, he admitted that it took intense working out 5-6 times a week while maintaining a motto: “If it tastes good, don’t eat it.”

Wayne Knight – 117lbs – Quit Smoking, Drinking and Unhealthy Foods

He played mailman Newman on  Seinfeld  and will always stay the chubby, bespectacled mailman, even though Wayne moved onto a healthier lifestyle. He did not undergo any tummy tuck procedures, but he simply discovered that moderation is the key to his weight loss success. He was always eating, drinking, and smoking more than he was supposed to, and when he finally gave up on all unhealthy habits, he shed 40 pounds in no time. His workout training was also of great help in the process.

Seth Rogen – 10lbs – Healthy Diet Plan

Seth Rogen is probably known as one of the funniest guys in Hollywood since he was cast in T he 40-Year-Old Virgin.  From that moment on he became a huge star. Rogen went on a strict diet after averaging around 220 pounds and dropped down to 190 pounds for playing the main character in  The Green Hornet . Unfortunately, he loves junk food and laziness too much and immediately gained 10 pounds after the last scene was shot.

John Goodman – 100lb – Healthy Low Carb Diet and Cardio Exercise

John Goodman who landed his breakout role in 1988 as Dan Conner on the sitcom  Roseanne  struggled with a light form of obesity for many years. No matter how much Goodman would eat he never would achieve the feeling of being saturated. Goodman has taken his goal to lose weight loss very seriously and is now 100lbs slimmer than he used to be. That’s an impressive result. He says that he mainly changed his diet and is trying to go for a light cardio workout 4-6 times a week. Also, he adopted two dogs so that he has to go out for a walk – even when it is raining outside. He was rumored to have excess skin removal surgery but never confirmed it himself.

Ricky Gervais – 40lbs – Healthy Eating Regimen and Gym Workouts

Gervais was dreaming of being a pop star, but his singing career’s failure didn’t lead him to give up – but to laugh about it and become a comedian, until he became a household name in the states. After being invited to host his second Golden Globes in 2011, he decided he was sick of being a “fat, lazy and out of shape slob,” so he embarked on a weight loss regime, lost around 40 pounds and is still working to keep the weight off.

Shonda Rhimes – 127lbs – Frequent Exercise and Adopting A Healthy Diet Plan

The mother of some of the biggest names in primetime tv in recent years, such as  Grey’s Anatomy, Private Practice,  and  Scandal,  Shonda Rhimes decided to make a change after realizing she was no longer able to buckle her seatbelt. Rhimes recently revealed that in about a year, she had lost a total of 127 pounds! She also confessed that, since she dropped her extra weight, people were friendlier towards her, something that seemed really unfair to her.

Nelly Furtado — Unknown Weight Loss — Fab Abs Fitness Routine

It’s quite impossible not to know Canadian writer/singer Nelly Furtado as she’s been making waves in both scenes for almost 20 years. What is less known about her, but no less impressive, is her fluctuating weight and her happy-go-lucky attitude about it. Not the one to give too much gravity to what people say she’s been gaining and losing weight through the years, even though she kept a balanced diet plan. What really turned the tide though is her newfound Fab Abs fitness routine. Now, she not only sports a new, killer figure, but there are even rumors that she’s going to get a divorce from her husband. Could it be that the two things are connected and this is her revenge body? We’ll just have to wait and see…

Josie Gibson – 98lbs — Underwent A Tummy Tuck and Implemented A Healthy Diet and Exercise Plan

Big Brother  star Josie Gibson went from a size 20 to a size 8, thanks to the wonders of a tummy tuck. People who lose a significant amount of weight through weight loss surgery still have to maintain a healthy diet with the right amount of exercise if they want to keep their slim figure. She managed to lose 2 stone, shedding all those unwanted baby pounds!

Tom Arnold – 100lbs – Strict Carb-Free Diet and Intense Workout Routines

Inspired to get his health on track after the birth of his son, he lost 100 pounds by cutting carbs and heading to the gym six times. Arnold claims that he was addicted to food, as well as to alcohol and drugs, and credits his wife for helping him out by preparing meals and supporting him. He also suffered from sleep apnea, but after getting back on track with his weight, his condition improved, and he regretted having spent all these years as an overweight person.

Renée Zellweger – 28lbs – Hired A Professional Nutritionist and Adopted Healthy Eating

For Renée Zellweger’s movie  Bridget Jones’s Diary,  the producers told her that she had to gain around 28 pounds. She was successful of course because eating is simply hard to resist. But she knew she had to get back in shape after the movie. She hired a nutritionist to help her with her diet and her weight loss results were superb.

Lena Dunham – Strict Healthy Diet and Strength Training, Aerobics and Pilates

Tracy Anderson, Gwyneth Paltrow’s trainer, must have been surprised when Lena Denham turned to her in a request to transform her body. We were surprised too to find out that the  Girls ‘ star, who takes pride in showing her very real body on the show. She claims, however, that the purpose was not strictly losing weight, but to get in shape. In any case – it seems to work. Lena said of the training program that “It’s a mix of aerobics, strength training, and something that kind of resembles Pilates but that she created on her own. What I like about it is that Tracy listens to your body and what you’re capable of. There’s no weird pressure. It’s honestly like if one day I have a UTI and I can’t jump up and down, she’ll say, ‘OK, we’ll adjust.’” Love the attitude, love the results even more!

Chris Pratt – 30lbs – Intense Gym Workouts and Healthy Eating

After being rejected for the part of Scott Hatteberg in the film  Moneyball  for being too heavy, Pratt was determined to win the role and the 280-pound star headed straight for the gym. Pratt dropped 30 pounds and sent the casting director a photo and was immediately given the part, but he liked his new appearance so much he continued building muscle, turning into the Hollywood hunk we know and love.

Christian Bale – 70lbs – Primarily Intense Restricted Diets

Christian Bale is as dedicated to his career as he is good at it, having put his body through some dramatic changes for his versatile roles. Bale bulked up his six-foot frame to about 190 pounds of muscle in 2002 for  Reign of Fire  only to drop 70 pounds for his role in 2004  The Machinist . He then put muscle back on for  Batman Begins  and turned to cheeseburgers to gain 50 pounds for  American Hustle . We are wondering what the next role will put him through.

Carrie Fisher – 40lbs – Light Exercise and Small Diet Changes

Carrie Fisher is mainly known for her role as Princess Leia in  Star Wars.  Fisher struggled for many years with her weight, bipolar disorder, and drug addiction. For the new Star Wars movie: The Force Awakens in 2015 Fisher was ready to make lifestyle changes. She started taking her SSRI meds to treat her depression and bipolar disorder and began to exercise with a personal trainer who also helped her change her diet. She dropped 40 pounds and looked better than ever.

Adam Richman – 70lbs – Vegan Diet Plan and Regular Exercise

Richman made his love of food a career with his show called  Man V . Food, where he showcased competitive eating talents. Richman gained a considerable amount of weight and suffered from depression until he retired from the show to focus on his health. The soccer enthusiast adopted a training regimen and vegan diet similar to professional soccer players and lost 70 pounds in only ten months.

Kevin Liles – Intense Cardio Workouts and Low-Fat Diet

Kevin Liles has been successful in the hip-hop and R&B industry for more than 30 years. He started his career as a rapper himself but became first famous when he co-wrote Milli Vanilli’s first hit song  Girl You Know It’s True . In 2007 his family doctor and cardiologist advised Liles to lose weight. He started an extreme weight loss treatment that consisted of more than 2 hours of cardio a day and a low-fat diet. He lost so much weight that many people won’t recognize him today anymore.

Jerry Ferrara – 50lbs – Focus On Nutrition and Healthy Diet With Light Exercising

New York native Jerry Ferrara is best known for his role as Turtle on the HBO comedy series  Entourage.  During a routine physical he was advised by his family physician to change his diet. His doctor eventually inspired him to lose more than 50 pounds and to be physically active. Thanks to his commitment to health and wellness he kept his new weight.

Wendy Williams – 50lbs – Cut Out Junk Food and Implemented Healthy Foods and Cardio Exercise Plans

Williams is no longer the radio host with a reputation for having on-air arguments with celebrities, having settled into the niche of daytime television. Making thinner and thinner appearances, Williams confirmed in late 2015 that she dropped 50 pounds after hitting the gym every day for cardio and avoiding junk food. Her decision to slim down was taken when she realized she couldn’t fit in most of her clothes.

Chaka Khan – 60lbs – Gym Workouts and Completely Vegan Diet

The Queen of Funk Chaka Khan boasts an impressive career spanning over four decades, having sold over 70 million albums worldwide and taken home 10 Grammy Awards. The queen reached her heaviest in 2014, when she was frustrated and decided to go on a vegan diet, join a gym, and managed to lose 60 pounds, as well as get her high blood pressure and diabetes under control.

Alec Baldwin – 40lbs – Low-Carb and Sugar-Free Diet Plan and Regular Exercise

The oldest and most famous of Hollywood’s four Baldwin brothers, Alec Baldwin began his acting career on  Knots Landing  in 1984 before a successful stint on Broadway. During a routine checkup with his doctor in 2011, the Golden Globe winner learned that he was pre-diabetic and immediately took his doctor’s advice to make a change. Giving up sugar completely and enrolling in both a Pilates and spin class, Baldwin quickly dropped 40 pounds and regained control of his health. Continuing to live on a low carb and sugar-free diet while exercising regularly, Baldwin has maintained his weight over the last five years while enjoying the benefits of better health.

Queen Latifah – 30lbs – Nutritious Diet and Strict Exercise With A Personal Trainer

Growing up in New Jersey as Dana Owens, Queen Latifah landed her first record deal in 1989 with Tommy Boy Records and released her debut album—All Hail the Queen—shortly after. Quickly proving her talents both in front of the microphone and the cameras, Latifah landed a leading role on Living Single from 1993 to 1998. Known to embrace her curvy figure and empower women of all shapes and sizes, Latifah decided to set a better example for her female fans by shedding some weight. Latifah hired a personal trainer and soon turned heads on the red carpet looking noticeably different after losing 30 pounds. Though she admits her struggle with keeping the weight off over the years, Latifah says that she loves her curves even more today.

Rosie O’Donnell – 175lbs – Gastric Sleeve Surgery and Maintained Diet

Formerly known as one of the most outspoken talk show hosts on daytime television, Rosie O’Donnell started her career in stand-up comedy as a teenager before catching her first big break on  Star Search  in 1984. A decade later and after a series of appearances in films like  A League of Their Own  and  Sleepless in Seattle , O’Donnell was given her own Emmy Award-winning talk show in 1996. Ending the show in 2002 and earning the nickname as the “Queen of Nice,” the 54-year-old comedian and actress joined  The View  where her opinions ignited widespread controversy. Much like Oprah Winfrey, O’Donnell has had some very public battles with her weight over the years with her most dramatic transformation coming recently after admitting in 2013 that she weighed 240 pounds. Finally serious about her health for the sake of her five children, O’Donnell underwent a gastric sleeve surgery and dropped around 175 pounds in a matter of two years. Continuing to keep the weight off today, O’Donnell says the surgery was one of the best decisions she’s ever made.

Kirstie Alley – 50lbs – Healthy Diet Plan and Frequent Workout Sessions

Much like the Kardashians are on every celebrity list imaginable, Kirstie Alley is included in nearly every list involving celebrity weight loss. First working as an interior designer before making her film debut in  Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan in 1982 , Alley became a household name after she joined the cast of  Cheers  as Rebecca Howe from 1987 to 1993. Taking home an Emmy Award and a Golden Globe for her performance, Alley also gained critical acclaim for films like  Shoot to Kill  and  Look Who’s Talking.
Briefly disappearing from the limelight, the Kansas native reappeared looking much heavier than ever before only to drop the weight and debut her new figure on  The Oprah Winfrey Show . Finally admitting that she recognized a change in her metabolism after menopause in the early 1990s, Alley gained all of her weight back  (and then some)  in 15 months before tipping the scale at 228 pounds. Now 65 years old and continuing to fluctuate in weight, Alley is back to showing off her slimmer figure after losing 50 pounds on Jenny Craig.

Graham Elliot – 150lbs – Gastric Bypass Surgery and Maintaining A Healthy Active Lifestyle And Diet

Another celebrity foodie, Graham Elliott studied at Johnson & Wales University and graduated with honors in 1997, soon becoming the youngest four-star chef in Chicago at only 27 years old. We know him from  MasterChef  and  MasterChef Junior  as a judge. At over 400 pounds in 2013, Graham was putting his health in danger, so he decided to undergo surgery to help shed the weight, and within the first year he dropped 150 pounds and finished his first 10K alongside his wife. At about 200 pounds in the past year, he is proving great food and healthy living go hand in hand.

Raven Symone – 70lbs – Home Gym Workouts and Nutritional Diet Routine

Many of you might not know, but Raven Symone started her acting career at only four years old on  The Cosby Show  before she became a famous singer. In 2003 the Disney Channel offered Raven to have her own show –  That’s So Raven  – where she became an idol for teens all over the world. Next, to singing, she stars now in the series,  Empire .

Ashamed for being overweight Raven decided to change her eating habits started to exercise on set or in her private gym at home. She managed to lose more than 70 pounds and says that she still cheats on her diet from time to time. We just can say: The transformation is amazing!

Randy Jackson – 130 lbs – Complete Diet Change and Gastric Bypass Surgery

Another  American Idol  celebrity is judge Randy Jackson. Realizing what life on the road and eating poorly did to him, Jackson decided to change his diet, opting for gastric bypass surgery. He lost a considerable amount of weight in a and returned to  American Idol  after losing 130 pounds. Jackson was seen at the Cool HeART Gallery event in Los Angeles in January 2019, accompanied by a stunning young woman named Simone, who appeared to be his girlfriend.

Paul Wall – 130lbs – Gastric Sleeve Surgery and Well-Balanced Diet

Texas-style rap singer Paul Wall was accustomed to being over-sized at 320 pounds, when in 2010 he made a shocking red carpet appearance 100 lighter, after undergoing a gastric sleeve surgery. He then lost another 30 pounds alongside his wife and is happy to be under 200 pounds for the first time in his adult life. Wall made a comeback in the music industry in 2018, when he released his latest studio album  Bounce Backs Over Setbacks.

Jordin Sparks – 50lbs – Daily Exercise Routine and Healthy Eating

Another American Idol contestant to join the ranks is Jordin Sparks, daughter of former NFL star Phillippi Sparks. Winning the sixth season of Idol at 17 years old in 2007, she is one of the most successful contestants of all time. Only later, in 2013, she decided she needed to lose weight, and by 2015, she had lost 50 pounds thanks to healthy eating and training five times a week.

Al Roker – 100lbs – Gastric Bypass Surgery and Eating Healthier

Beloved weekday weather anchor Al Roker has been failing to lose weight despite many diet attempts, Roker weighed 320 pounds before going into gastric bypass surgery. Having lost over 100 pounds in eight months and pulling off another 40 pounds since then, Roker is one happy and healthy man. Those 40 pounds were lost with the help of the renowned keto-diet, which Roker praised, even if many people have mixed feelings about it.

Janet Jackson – Healthy Diet, Cutting Out Junk Food And High Fats

“All my girls at the party, look at that body…” Getting her start on the stage alongside her brothers in the late ’70s on  The Jacksons  variety show, Janet Jackson signed a recording contract in 1982 and instantly found success as a pop icon.

Known for provocative lyrics in hits like  All for You ,  Nasty  and  That’s the Way Love Goes , Jackson is one of the world’s most awarded and influential artists of all time who also holds the record for the most consecutive top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100.

Disappearing from the spotlight briefly in the new millennium, Jackson reemerged in 2007 looking much larger than ever before and almost unrecognizable.
Known for never weighing herself and embarrassed by the photos, the pop diva quietly made a change in her eating habits and cut out all junk food except her favorite indulgence, caramel apples. Though it’s uncertain how much weight she lost, the 50-year-old has not only managed to keep it off, but she’s bounced back looking even hotter than before.

Jonah Hill – Healthier Diet Plan and Regular Workouts

Having spent much of his career cast as a chubby kid, Brad Pitt inspired Jonah Hill to shed some weight when they were working together in  Moneyball , for his upcoming role in  21 Jump Street.  Beer-loving Hill started watching his intake, and soon enough pounds were shedding off of him. Not long afterward, he began gaining back some of the weight he lost – we wish him success in maintaining it again, looking thin, sure suits him.

Drew Carey – 80lbs – Vegetarian Diet, No Junk Food and Hit The Gym 5 Times A Week

After Drew Carey had to undergo heart surgery in 2001 and was diagnosed by health professionals with type diabetes two, he decided to change his life for the better. He went five to six times a week. He gave up junk food and ate a lot of fruits, vegetables, and raw fish instead. After only a few days he felt already so much better, and so he kept his newly adopted lifestyle changes. He lost 80 pounds and even cured his diabetes. We and the fans of Drew Carey are glad to hear.

Ricki Lake – 20lbs – Very Strict Diet and Intense Exercise

260 pounds Ricki Lake decided to take control of her health in 2007 after years of battling depression due to her weight. Initially cutting her calories intake drastically and running every day, Lake regained some of the weight back, until she was inspired to join Dancing with the Stars in 2011, she only took third place but was successful at losing 20 pounds.

Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi – 42lbs – Extreme Diet With Low-Calorie Intake and Regular Exercise Plan

Admitting that she battled anorexia as a teenager, Snooki’s party-hard lifestyle caused her to pack the pounds on her tiny 4’8” frame. Snooki went on a crash diet and dropped 42 pounds after giving birth to her son in 2012; She managed to maintain her weight also after welcoming her second child in 2014 and is now barely tipping the scale at 99 pounds.

Star Jones – 160lbs – Gastric Bypass Surgery, A Healthy Diet Plan, And Regular Exercise

Known for her quick wit and humor on  The View , Star Jones worked in New York as a prosecutor before making her way to television as a correspondent on  Today  and  NBC Nightly News . From there, she joined  Inside Edition  and led the coverage of the O.J. Simpson trial before joining  The View  as one of the original co-hosts in 1997. It was during her nine-season run on the talk show that audiences took note of Jones’ changing body.

Diagnosed as morbidly obese and tipping the scale at over 300 pounds, the former New York attorney lost more than 160 pounds over the course of three years and initially denied all accusations of having gastric bypass surgery.

Forest Whitaker – 80lbs – Vegetarian Diet With Low Sugar Intake

Forest starred in many outstanding movies like  The Butler,  but he got most critical acclaim for  The Last King of Scotland  which brought him all types of awards, including the most desired film award, an  Oscar . Besides having plenty of talent, Forest noticed he had plenty of pounds as well. The actor turned vegetarian and gave up meat in addition to cutting off fats and calorie-rich food like ice-cream as part of his diet. The result was 80 pounds less on the scale which was a great success for the 55-year old.

Peter Jackson – 80lbs – Overhauled His Diet and Cut Out Junk & Sugar

Peter Jackson is one of the most successful filmmakers in the fancy and ambitious Hollywood. He is the man behind  Lord of the Rings  and  The Hobbit . The New Zealand-born also thought it was time to adopt a healthier lifestyle despite a busy schedule. He pulled off the classic diet where he got rid of hamburgers, junk and fatty food and everything else that screams “calories” and switched to yogurt and healthy nutrients like vegetables and fruit. Peter lost 80 pounds thanks to this regime and shows off his new slim look in front of and behind the camera.

Leslie Jones – 80lbs – Dropped Soda and Sugar From Her Diet and Added Healthy Alternatives

Her career as  a Saturday Night Live  writer brought the 49-year old a lot of hilarious moments since she joined the show in 2013 after the producers decided to add an African-American female to the team. Stand-up comedy is her number one passion, with her passion for food  a close second. When her doctors predicted that her health was threatened, Leslie considered cutting back on food. Later, she said that 20 of her pounds naturally shed after she stopped consuming soda and juice. The other 20 she lost were a result of healthier eating habits and yoga classes.

Timbaland – 130 lbs – Very Strict Diet Plan and Intense Exercise Regime

Timbaland has always been known as a chubby teddy bear, and therefore, it is even harder to get used to his super-fit body now. On the other hand, it was high time for the 45-year old producer to start thinking about health issues and heart diseases caused by overweight. The go-getter dropped 130 pounds without any gastric sleeve surgery. He just incorporated a rigid workout plan and diet which he stubbornly and religiously followed. And Timbaland is still not done yet with weight loss and keeps going.

Lisa Riley – 140lbs – Radically Altered Her Diet, Cut Out Alcohol and Implemented Regular Exercise

Lisa is a sophisticated British lady who is best known for her portrayal of Mandy Dingle on  Emmerdale . The TV personality is unrecognizable with 140 pounds less. Lisa did not undergo any gastric bypass surgery as one might think, but she chose the natural way to slim down to a size 36. Lisa’s journey required patience and discipline, and her diet included, besides healthy meals and workouts, also a ban on alcohol consumption. Recently, she admitted being afraid of gaining back lost weight.

EJ Johnson – 130lbs – Gastric Sleeve Surgery and Healthy Diet

EJ is the son of basketball legend Magic Johnson. The young Johnson grew up in the spotlight, and he loved it. He was also seen on the reality TV show  Rich Kids  where he gained some fans and some haters. When EJ decided to drop his extra weight, he first went to see a doctor to perform a gastric sleeve surgery, which resulted in him losing 130 pounds, but also required EJ  to stick to a healthy diet regime and regular workout. When EJ came out and announced he was gay, his father was the first to support him in his decision.

Matthew McConaughey – 42lbs – Removed All Meat From His Diet and Mainly Ate Vegetables

Matthew is known as an actor who invests himself to the fullest to stay true to a role. Weight loss and weight gain procedures for roles have always been a standard part of Hollywood, but it is always shocking when actors even endanger their lives to bring it to the point. In Matthew’s case, it was the movie  Dallas Buyers Club  that required him to lose 42 pounds. Matthew went on a reluctant weight loss diet that included a lot of greens and very little meat.

Gemma Collins – 40 lbs – Strict Diet

Gemma Collins gained fame through the reality TV show The Only Way Is Essex. She was a cast member in the 2011 series and has won many hearts ever since. Recently she stunned her fans with her amazing transformation where she shed two dress size. She is now taking part in the show Dancing On Ice for which she has changed her outlook completely. The reality tv star is currently dating James Argent and works out 2 to 3 hours a day. She burns at least 1000 calories each day following a strict diet plan and gym routine.  From Christmas, till now she has taken off 4 inches from her waist which is incredible.

Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson – 400 lbs – Strict Diet

Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson known as The Mountain Of Game of Thrones is crowned as the world’s strongest man. He has to eat an insanely huge amount of food every two hours in order to stay in the shape he is now. The actor weighs 400 pounds and consumes six meals of up to 10,000 calories every single day. He claims that even during filming he has to leave the set every two hours to get something to eat. His diet includes a lot of sweet potatoes, meat, fish, chicken, cocoa, almonds, butter, and cheese. However, the actor got married in October to Kelsey Henson which means that he got to grab a bite of cake as a cheat food.

Aretha Franklin – 85lbs – Strict Nutritious Diet and Workout Plan

No, we are going to have a look at the Queen of Soul herself, Aretha Franklin who became famous in the 1960s when she released amazing songs like  Respect ,  Think  and  (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman . Family, friends, and fans were concerned about Aretha Franklin’s state of health. The Diva continuous gaining more weight and she eventually reached more than 300 pounds. Unfortunately, Franklin’s diet and low physical activity led her to develop Diabetes 2. Doctors advised her to change her diet and live a healthier lifestyle immediately. She lost 85 pounds and is finally feeling much better – although she says that she missed her fried chicken. Friends, family, and fans are more than happy to see Franklin doing great.

Rachel Frederickson – 155lbs – Extreme Exercise Routines and Complete Shift In Diet

The Biggest Loser  is probably one of the reality TV shows that is at least good for something. When Rachel joined the show, she had to fight hard against her pounds and equally willing competitors. She walked out as a contestant winner with incredible 155 pounds less. Still, many doctors do not agree with the rigorous methods and quick weight loss, arguing that they could lead to various health issues. The show is primarily known for encouraging natural weight loss without any plastic surgery procedures.

Tyra Banks – Consulted Diet Specialists and Began Regular Exercise

Gorgeous model Tyra Banks started her modeling career when she was only 15 years old. She was walking on the runway of New York’s and Paris’ fashion week and gained international popularity when she covered the Vogue magazine. Later she became one of the original Victoria’s Secret making her one of the most wanted women all over the globe. Furthermore, the 42-year-old Banks was the longtime host of America’s Next Top Model from 2003 to 2015.
The former supermodel admits that managing her weight is an ongoing battle that often reminds her of her childhood when she was overweight. With the help of food and lifestyle consultants, she lost the extra pounds she gained and is all skinny and hot again.

Kevin Smith – 85lbs – Removed Sugar From His Diet and Began Eating Healthier Foods

Smith was distraught with himself thinking that he might have killed Seth Rogan’s career who starred in one of his biggest flops. Maybe such stressful situations made Smith eat more than he noticed and it was time for a reality check when he could not fit into an airplane seat anymore. Even if he looks like Uncle Doc helped a bit with a weight loss procedure, it is not true. Smith did it naturally. He cut down on sugar and worked his way up to a healthy diet. First, he dropped 65 pounds and then an additional 20 more in 2015.

Ethan Suplee – 200lbs – Intense Regular Workout Regime and Healthy Diet

Ethan and above-mentioned Smith have been co-workers for a very long time since Ethan often plays in one of Smith’s movies. Given that both were overweight, they made a bet on who will lose more pounds. Suplee took the challenge and bet very serious and he lost 200 lbs! Yes, it looks like he has had a gastric sleeve surgery, but the truth is that he followed a healthy meal plan and exercised vigorously and regularly.

Dawn French – 98lbs – Long Walks and Healthier Diet

Dawn was not bothered with her being overweight until she found out that it was an obstacle to treating another condition of hers. Namely, in 2007, she discovered that she’s got cancer and that she needed a laparoscopic hysterectomy. Plastic surgery was not on her mind, and she started thinking about diets. Her entire diet can be reduced to counting calories and long walks. The result is more than visible- 98 pounds down.

Kelly Rowland – 70lbs – Received Help From A Personal Trainer and Strict Diet

Kelly, formely of  Destiny’s Child,  lives more in the background after the band split-up, and gave birth to a baby. After her pregnancy, she almost immediately adopted a strict diet plan and a workout program. She hired a personal trainer, and her diet was called 80/20. 80% stands for healthy intake and 20% for whatever she likes. Four months later, Kelly was ready to brag about her new shape as she had dropped 70 pounds, and all that without plastic surgery.

Eminem – 81lbs – Changed His Diet and Began Regularly Working Out

Eminem started his career from the Detroit slums and he faced a near-death experience due to a sleeping pill overdose in 2007. Eminem had to enter rehab to deal with his addiction, and when he came out, he found rescue in exercising. He melted down 81 pounds and now weighs 149 lbs. So, more or less, Eminem’s diet was a spontaneous endeavor that did him a double favor: weight loss and staying away from drugs.

Mila Kunis – 20lbs – Strict Diet and Exercise Routine

Aston Kutcher’s wife, Mila, made it from a TV series actress to a movie star. It did not fall into Mila’s hands out of nowhere for sure as she made many sacrifices to fit her roles. The toughest challenge for her was to slim down 20 pounds for her ballerina role in  Black Swan . Mila was already skinny, so she had to conquer her hunger in the attempt to reach skeleton proportions. It was a tough period for her, and after the movie, Mila went back to her regular diet and recovered her former weight in a matter of days.

America Ferrera – 30lbs – Protein-Based Diet and Weight Supplements

Ferrera is best known for her portrayal of  Ugly Betty  where she entertained us as the clumsy, curvy, and nerdy Betty. In real life, Ferrera used to be a stress eater, so anytime something would upset her, she would walk to the fridge. Finally, she had enough of it and focused on a protein-based diet. She also used natural metabolism boosters and weight loss supplements, but she never thought of a gastric bypass surgery. She is down 30 pounds so far, and if she switches to a more powerful exercise routine, she will drop few more.

Sharon Osbourne – 28lbs – Gastric Bypass Surgery, Healthy Diet Plan and Regular Exercise Routine

Sharon Osbourne is the wife of cult rock icon Ozzy Osbourne, and as such, she is always in the public eye. Sharon figured early on that it is the best to have no secrets and discuss everything honestly. When she had her gastric bypass surgery in 1999, she did not try to hide it. The super-honest Sharon still did not feel good as she felt like she was lying to herself and cheating with the gastric band. Eight years later, Sharon had the band taken out to try it the natural way. Healthy eating habits and proper exercises keep her fit and slim.

Roseanne Barr – 140lbs – Protein-Based Diet, Diet Pills and Gastric Bypass Surgery

Roseanne was a controversial figure in American TV history because she broke the ice regarding many idealistic housewife views with her harsh, but funny sitcom  Roseanne  that aired in the 1980s and 1990s. Roseanne dramatically changed her looks after a gastric bypass surgery in 1998, which triggered a 350-pound loss. Such surgeries have to be combined with healthy food if one wants visible results. Luckily, Roseanne switched to healthy and protein-rich food, but she swears by her Garcinia Cambogia diet pills.

Rob Kardashian –  40lbs – Nutritious Diet With Low Fat and Sugar and Regular Exercise Routines

Rob Kardashian used to be one of the hottest guys ever, but after a battle with depression and diabetes, he gained over 100 pounds. Early last year, he reportedly lost around 40 pounds just through a healthy diet and consistent exercise routine. In the last couple of years, everyone’s been talking about his highly-public split from Blac Chyna, and the drama that came after it.

Carnie Wilson – 150lbs – Gastric Bypass Surgery and  Lap-Band Surgery

Carnie is the daughter of  Beach Boys  founder Brian Wilson and preferred a career on stage as well. After her band with her sisters dissolved, Carnie let herself go a little bit gaining extra weight.  She decided to deal with it when she was already too many pounds overweight, so she underwent a gastric bypass surgery that was very public as she shared it with her fans via the Internet. After the procedure, Carnie had a hard time to keep up with a healthy diet, so she had to return to the doctor’s office in 2012 for a lap-band procedure.

Lisa Lampanelli – 100lbs – Lap-Band Surgery and Strict, Healthy Diet

Lisa has worked for  The Rolling Stone  magazine,  Spy magazine , etc., but around 1990, she started to pursue a career in comedy. Lampanelli has no problem with being controversial, but she did have a problem with her weight. Finally, in 2012, the comedy star decided to get a lap-band surgery to help her with her ordeal. She lost 100 pounds thanks to the procedure, but Lisa knows that she has to maintain a healthy diet throughout. She also thinks that mental strength is one of the primary drivers in a weight loss process.

Paula Deen – 40+lbs – Adjusted Her Diet and Began Exercising

It must be hard to think about weight loss when you are surrounded by food most of the time. Paula Deen had no choice but to fix her diet and fitness routine because of her Type 2 diabetes. She lost almost 40 pounds and she shared her journey on her book,  Paula Dean Cuts the Fat: 250 Recipes Lightened.  Deen had been criticized for using too many unhealthy ingredients  (especially sugar)  in her foods. That belongs to the past though.

Stacey Solomon – 22lbs – Eating Spinach Everyday

Stacey Solomon’s weight loss trick after having her second child was being like Popeye and eating spinach every day! These days though, she has confessed that her secret to staying in shape is looking after her kids. As they are homeschooled, she spends a big part of her day with them which is certainly quite the workout. However, the host of  Loose Women  doesn’t have a problem with posting pictures in which some extra tummy folds can be seen. The  Happily Imperfect  author might be broaching the topic in her new publication, released at the beginning of 2019.

Sam Smith – 42lbs – No Junk Food and Healthy Diet

Overnight success is a mind-blowing moment in anyone’s life, and Sam, who became an overnight star, was over the moon when it happened to him. But it also meant additional responsibilities and pressure. He wanted to look perfect for the cameras, so he put himself on a weight-loss diet.  He followed the principle  “what can I eat”  instead of “ what I cannot, ” and before you know it, he‘s lost 42 pounds.

Miranda Lambert – 45lbs – Regular Exercise and Improved Diet

Lambert is a popular and respected country singer who spent almost her entire career as slightly overweight. Then one day, she wanted more and set herself a challenge to lose weight. A healthier lifestyle accompanied by workout helped her shed 45 pounds with no problems and no plastic surgery. There are two things Miranda did not remove from her menu: vodka and Cheetos – her absolute favorites!

Lauren Alaina – 25lbs – Healthy Diet With Small Portions

Another  American Idol  contestant who lost it big is Lauren Alaina. The 21-year-old singer/songwriter underwent quite a transformation since her debut on Idol, having dropped 25 pounds: “Changing my diet was the big thing. I had to learn portion control.” she said. Alaina, who now looks more gorgeous than ever, started dating renowned comedian John Crist in 2019, as she herself revealed.

Jill Scott – 200lbs – Regular Exercise Program and Improved Diet Plan

Jill Scott is known for her work as a singer. When she entered pregnancy, it was when she put on a total of 263 pounds. After giving birth, she knew she had to focus on her weight loss. With the help of dieting and consistent exercise, she was able to lose an impressive 200 pounds. Scott hasn’t released any new music since 2015 when she released her latest album titled  Woman.

Jimmy Kimmel – 26lbs – Radically Reduced Calorie Intake

Jimmy Kimmel has been sporting a pretty good physique since 2014 but he openly admitted that he had weight loss issues during his younger years. What he did to lose weight was actually bad because he went on a calorie deprivation and starved himself until he lost weight. We do not advise anyone to do what he did. The diet he adopted is called “5:2 Diet”, and it means that every week, you should starve yourself for 2 out of 7 days.

Timothy Spall – Working Out Regularly and Eating A Varied Healthy Diet

Timothy Spall was known for such distinct characters in the  Harry Potter  movies and  Alice Through the Looking Glass . His fans noticed during one of his appearances at the Venice Film festival that he has lost a lot of weight. He claims that his weight loss transformation is all thanks to his diet and workout routine. Spall’s most recent film appearance was in the 2017 romantic drama  The Changeover.

Valerie Bertinelli – 50lbs – Regular Exercise, A Healthy Diet and A Weight Loss Program

Some of you might remember Valerie Bertinelli for the role she had in the film,  Hot in Cleveland.  The actress decided to enter a weight loss program when she gained 172 pounds back in 2007. She now has a very nice physique – thanks to constant exercising and dieting. Bertinelli was also famous for her past marriage to the legendary  Van Halen  guitarist Eddie Van Hale, from 1981 to 2007.

Sara Rue – 50lbs – Began Eating A Low-Fat Healthy Diet With Consistent Workouts

Sara Rue is an actress who’s also known as a TV host. One of her known hosting gigs was the show,  Shedding for the Wedding.  Some may think she got some plastic surgery procedures done because she looks so good now. She was proud to say that her weight loss was done naturally through diet and exercise. You can catch up with Rue on  American Housewife,  where she’s been appearing since 2017.

Kate Winslet – Nutritional Diet Plan and Exercise Regime

Kate Winslet is one of the older and respected names in the industry for she has taken credit for numerous awards already. Just like any other pregnant woman, she gained some weight throughout the whole pregnancy. Once she gave birth, she made sure to burn everything through workouts and good nutrition. She is looking amazing these days. Winslet is now expected to star in an upcoming film called  Blackbird,  alongside Susan Sarandon.

Pauline Quirke – Dropped 16 Dress Sizes – Active Lifestyle, Regular Exercise and Healthy Diet

The picture above just shows how successful British actress Pauline Quirke was with her weight loss journey.  She used to be a size 28 but after a strict diet and exercise routine, she was able to trim down to a size 12. We’re sure this will also help her live a longer life. Unfortunately, she hasn’t appeared on screen since 2015, when she played in  You, Me And the Apocalypse.

Penn Jillette – 100+ lbs – Potato-based Diet Plan and Exercise – 100+ pounds

Penn Jillette who is a magician has always been known for his out-of-this-world magic tricks, but his weight loss was free from any trick. He decided to change his habits after his doctor told him that he was at risk of having a heart blockage. He lost around 100 pounds, thanks to his “potato diet.” He later adapted to a more balanced diet and a consistent workout routine.

Jason Segel – 35lbs – Vigorous & Dedicated Workout Routine

Jason Segel became a very common name because of his long stint on the famed sitcom,  How I Met Your Mother . Segel actually realized that he didn’t like his weight gain at all when his assistant took photos of him. With a heavy workout routine, he was able to achieve a significant amount of weight loss. Segel hasn’t appeared in any other TV series since the said show’s end, but in 2018 he starred in the acclaimed drama film  Come Sunday.

Marsha Ambrosius – 70lbs – Reduced Her Fat Intake and Became More Active

Marsha Ambrosius was actually a basketball player before she became a Floetry singer. She decided to step up her fitness routine when she realized her stamina was becoming too weak. Her weight loss routine was pretty basic for she just went on a healthy diet and made sure she was on the court more often. Ambrosius released her latest album titled  Nyla  in 2018.

Blake Lively – 42lbs – Intense Exercise Routines and Restricted Diet

Blake Lively has always been such a beautiful face ever since her  Gossip Girl  days. When she got pregnant, she had a noticeable amount of weight gain. When she was offered the lead role in  The Shallows  where she had to be in a skimpy swimwear and surfing gear all the time, she knew she had to enter a weight loss program. After having a strict diet and intensive exercise routine, she was able to lose around 42 pounds.

Chrissy Teigen – A Personal Trainer and Strict Diet Plan – Toned Up

Chrissy Teigen was another woman who gained some extra pounds after her pregnancy. She had a personal trainer who helped her with her weight loss program and she also followed a strict diet. She is looking like she is getting younger and younger these days and who could tell that she’s already a mom, right? She regained some pounds following her second pregnancy in 2018, but she instantly went back to her gorgeous figure after giving birth.

Natalie Portman – 20lbs – Strict Diet and Exercise With A Personal Trainer

Natalie Portman’s very notable role in her movie  Black Swan  was truly something different from the other roles she has done in the past. The role required her to lose some pounds and with the help of a strict workout routine and healthy diet, she was able to let go of 20 pounds. Her efforts were later rewarded in the best way possible, as her performance earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress.

Missy Elliot – Healthier Diet and Started Being More Active

Missy Elliot has been a common name in the music industry ever since and she is still achieving quite a success until this day. When her doctor once told her that her weight gain has caused her to have a higher risk of a stroke, she instantly switched to a healthier diet and was helped by a personal trainer with her workout routine.

Rick Ross – 75lbs – Joined A Weight Loss Program, Hired A Personal Trainer and Changed His Diet

Rick Ross was another name in the industry that had to enter a weight loss program because of some health conditions. He was 350 pounds when he suffered two seizures so he used his money to hire a personal trainer and was able to lose around 75 pounds. His health issues returned in 2018 when he was hospitalized after suffering chest pains. He was put on life support, but luckily, he fully recovered.

Michael Moore – 70lbs – Intense Diet Change and Weight Loss Spa

For some people, they really can’t seem to enter a strict diet or workout regimen. But since celebs have quite the money in their bank account, some things can be done. Filmmaker Michael Moore opted to go to a weight loss spa which costs $4.5K a week. His decision was criticized by many of his fans, as he was always opposed to expensive amenities, as he showed in his documentaries.

Jennifer Ellison – 28lbs – Strict Diet Which Allows Only 800 Calories A Day

Like any other normal person, Jennifer Ellison gained some pounds when she went through quite a rough patch. It all changed in 2014 when she adopted the Cambridge diet which is a diet that makes you consume just 800 calories in a span of 24 hours. Her results were amazing and she dropped over 28 lbs. Would you believe us if we told you that Ellison has given birth three times?!

Anthony Anderson – 47lbs – Daily Workout Sessions and A Balanced Diet

Back in 2001, actor Anthony Anderson’s significant weight gain caused him to be diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. After he started working out every single day and made sure his meals fell on a balanced diet, he was able to lose around 47 pounds. Though his weight loss journey was a success, Anderson faced many issues with the law lately, as in 2018 he was accused of an indecent assault for the second time. Later investigation proved that there was not enough evidence to support this claim.

Kate Hudson – 70lbs – Followed A Strict Diet and Vigorous Workouts With A Personal Trainer

Another celebrity mom who gained some weight after her pregnancy was Kate Hudson. It was quite devastating for her when she gained 70 pounds so she later started working out with the help of a personal trainer. She also had to follow a strict diet plan. Now looking hotter than ever, Hudson is set to star in Sia’s upcoming film  Music,  alongside the singer’s beloved dancer, Maddie Ziegler.

Vicky Pattison – 50lbs – Nutritious Diet Plan and Frequent Exercise

Vicky Pattinson who is known for her appearance on  Geordie Shore  gained some weight because of her unhealthy lifestyle. She wanted a better physique, so after working out and dieting, she had a successful weight loss journey for she dropped to a size 8 from a size 16. Pattison hasn’t stopped appearing on reality TV shows, and in 2018 we saw her in  I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here, Celebrity Hunted  and  Impossible Celebrities.

Corey Harrison – 150lbs – Gastric Band Surgery and Healthy Eating

Corey Harrison earns his money through his work as a reality TV star and businessman. His heaviest state was when he reached a whopping 400 pounds and this was when his doctor told him about the negative effects that obesity brings. He later lost around 150 pounds after going through a gastric band surgery. He maintains his new physique through constant workouts and a healthy diet.

Elvis Duran – 105lbs – Gastric Band Surgery, Exercise Routine and Healthy Diet Plan

Elvis Duran is known for being a famous DJ and radio host. He wasn’t really conscious about his weight before until it reached a critical juncture. He later decided to undergo a gastric sleeve surgery and in eight months, he lost around 105 pounds. That happened in 2014, and 2 years later, he served as the Miami Gay Pride Parade’s grand marshall, as he had come out as a gay man some years earlier.

Jason Sudeikis – 20lbs – Intense Workouts With A Personal Trainer

Jason Sudeikis has the talent for making people laugh through his comedic antics. Jason shares that his personal trainer was responsible for his weight loss. We are not sure if he was joking when he said his wife Olivia Wilde was his trainer and they just had a lot of “private workouts.” In 2019, the two of them collaborated once again for the film  Booksmart.  Sudeikis starred in it, while Olivia Wilde directed it.

Lauren Goodger – 48lbs – Vigorous Exercise Routine and Strict Healthy Diet

Lauren Goodger is an English TV star who entered a weight loss journey after she was bashed online after some unflattering photos of her surfaced the net. After losing 48 pounds from dieting and working out, she even released a workout DVD of her own. Sadly, there were still trolls on the Internet who claim that she underwent a gastric sleeve or a gastric bypass surgery.

Melissa McCarthy – 75lbs – Varied, Balanced Diet and Frequent Workout Sessions

Melissa McCarthy is another actress who has quite the talent for making people laugh. It took a while before she got serious about her weight loss program but when she finally managed to consistently hit the treadmill and eat a balanced diet, she was able to lose around 75 pounds. McCarthy has always been confident about her image, and she even launched her own clothing line called  Melissa McCarthy Seven7 , specifically designed for plus-sized ladies.

Kirstie Allsopp – 28lbs – Very Strict Diet and Cardio Exercise

Kirstie Allsopp who is known as a  property expert asked the help of weight loss guru Amelia Freer when she wanted to slim down. Her whole journey of different workouts and following a strict diet wasn’t easy, but she was happy when she lost a total of 28 pounds. Allsopp’s comments have often raised controversy, like in June 2019, when she said that women shouldn’t wear tights under certain circumstances.

Drew Barrymore – 20lbs – Reduction In Calories and A More Balanced Diet

Talented actress Drew Barrymore claims that even if she lost 20 pounds from her weight loss journey, not having pizza would actually make her cry. She had to cut down some weight for her leading role on the Netflix show,  Santa Clarita Diet.  Though she still appears on the show, executives revealed that the series’ 2019 season is going to be its last one, leaving the show’s fans devastated.

Tom Kerridge – 168lbs – Reduced Carb and Alcohol Intake & Exercise

Some of you might recognize British chef Tom Kerridge for he has appeared on shows like  Master Chef  and  Great British Menu . He reveals that reducing his alcohol and carb intake has helped him a lot with his weight loss. He got rid of a total of 168 pounds without surgical procedures like a lap-band or gastric sleeve surgery. Kerridge currently hosts  Food And Drink  on  BBC 2,  a TV show which premiered in 2015.

Marissa Jaret Winokur – 45lbs – Cardio Barre Exercise Routines and Healthier Diet

Marissa Jaret Winokur went from an unhealthy lifestyle to a very active lifestyle. Her diet consists of consuming 1,200-1,800 calories a day. She entered a workout program called  Cardio barre  which is basically cardio mixed with ballet and also did some running and swimming. She lost around 45 pounds. Winokur enjoyed a successful weight loss journey, but she also achieved success on TV as well, as, in 2018, she became the winner of  Celebrity Big Brother.

Josh Peck – 100lbs – Intense Workouts With A Personal Trainer and Strict Diet Regime

Josh Peck had one of the most known weight loss transformations in the industry. He had always been heavy when he was a teen but as he grew older, he turned into a certified hunk. All he had to do was to follow a strict diet and have heavy workouts with his personal trainer. Peck is no longer the chubby kid you remember, and in fact, he’s now a married man! In 2017 he married his longtime partner Paige O’Brien, with whom he welcomed his first child in December 2018.

Patrick Stump – 60lbs – Regular Exercise and Reduced Calorie Intake Through Portion Control

Fall Out Boy  frontman Patrick Stump shocked fans with his weight loss transformation after his 2011 hiatus. He was able to shed off 60 pounds through exercising and portion control with his meals. He knew that the portions that Americans consume were too big and this was what made him fat. Stump and  Fall Out Boy  reunited in 2018 to release the  Mania  studio album, which, unfortunately, didn’t receive  that  positive feedback.

Anna Gunn – 40lbs – Strict Diet Plan and Pilates

Anna Gunn is most known for her role as Walter White in  Breaking Bad.  Sadly, she received quite the negative comments when she gained some weight during the final season. She was able to lose 40 pounds through dieting, but she made it clear that her weight gain was a result of the medications she was taking. In 2019 Gunn starred in  Deadwood: The Movie,  a TV film made by  HBO.

Melissa Joan Hart – 40lbs – No Junk Food and Healthy Diet

Melissa Joan Hart looks far more different now than she used to look when she still had a very unhealthy lifestyle. For her weight loss routine, she just had to cut out all the junk food and focus on healthy meals. She is proud to say that she has dropped a total of 40 pounds. In April 2019, we saw her on-screen once again, as she started starring on the TV series  No Good Nick.

Lexi Reed – 300lbs – Strict Diet and Exercise and Skin Removal surgery

Weighing 500 pounds heavy at 25, Lexi Reed was all about finding her real motivation to shed pounds by the hundreds. She adopted a certain weight loss resolution in New Year 2016. Her husband joined her, and both of them began their weight loss goal together. A year later, the couple is now lighter by more than 300 pounds. Reed later underwent a skin-removal procedure, and she now looks healthier than ever!

Austin “Chumlee” Russell – 75lb – No Processed Foods and Junk Food  and Intense Workout

Just call him “Chumlee!” While reality television can be hit or miss, the History Channel’s Pawn Stars has certainly been a hit. Following the Gold and Silver Pawn Shop near the heart of Las Vegas, Nevada, one of the most endearing cast members on the show is Austin Russel who is otherwise known as Chumlee. Portrayed as the big and aloof employee, Chumlee likely would’ve been fired years ago if he weren’t already friends with the owner’s son, Corey “Big Hoss” Harrison.

Often referred to as the “village idiot” on the show, Chumlee weighed 320 pounds when his father passed away from pancreatic cancer at the age of 54 in 2009. Knowing that he needed to make a drastic change to his eating habits and lifestyle, Chumlee turned to his girlfriend, Tanya for help. Joining Tanya at the gym and cutting out processed foods and other junk, Chumlee has managed to lose 75 pounds and keep it off; although, he can’t say the same for steering clear of trouble after an arrest in 2016 for firearm and drug possession.

Kim Kardashian – 70lbs – Healthy Eating and Light Workouts

It wouldn’t be a true celebrity list without a Kardashian, now would it? Making headlines in 2007 after an intimate tape scandal and the debut of the reality series Keeping Up with the Kardashians, Kim Kardashian has become famous simply for being famous. Now reported as the highest paid reality television star bringing in over $53 million a year, Kardashian is not only the wife of Kanye West but is also a fashion icon and one of the most followed people on social media today. Rising to fame in 2007 alongside the rest of her family, Kardashian claimed that she was at her thinnest and weighed in at 120 pounds. However, when she became pregnant with her second child in 2015, the 35-year-old socialite packed on the weight and gained nearly 60 pounds tipping the scale at a shocking 200. Since giving birth to her son Saint in December 2015, Kardashian has been shedding the baby weight like crazy and is happily back down to around 130 pounds once again.

Abby Lee Miller – 55lbs – Began Eating Healthy With The Optimum Nutrition

Abby Lee Miller is a well-known name in the dance industry. Her mother was a dancer, just like her, and she was certainly a great influence. Even though Abby is very popular and successful in the industry, and never needed the help of a bankruptcy attorney, she has been fighting obesity for many years. When her mother was hospitalized, Abby decided to do something about her weight. But instead of a weight loss surgery like a lap-band surgery, she opted for a weight loss plan which resulted in her dropping from a size 24 to size 16.

Kirsten Vangsness – 60lb – Studied and Followed Weight Loss Books and Programs & Strict Diet Plan

We may have admired Kirsten Vangsness on  Criminal Minds,  but few would argue with the fact that she used to be a bit too much on the heavy side.  “Used to be” is the key word here, as Vangsness turned up at the red carpet looking smoking hot and with no fewer than 50-pounds off her. Talk about a weight loss success story! Wanna know how she did it? Apparently, she has Renee Stephens to thank for it and his series of weight loss books and podcasts. Kirsten said that his 60-days weight loss regimen, “Full-Filled” worked wonders for her.

Khloe Kardashian – 40lbs – Nutritional Diet and Exercise Routines

The Kardashians are a good-looking family, but they also devote a lot of energy to maintaining their physical appearance. At some point, at least three of the Kardashian clan members struggled with weight gain, including Khloe who put on some extra pounds in 2015. She got a nutritionist to develop a diet plan for her and her pounds melted away. Her recipe was dairy-free products combined with different sports exercises and diverse workout sessions.

Anne Hegerty – 14lbs – Eating Rice and Beans

Anne Hegerty is very much known for her role on  The Chase  as the Governess, but she has recently made the news for her stint on  I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here  where she reportedly lost more than 14 pounds in only three weeks. This wasn’t on purpose though, but more as a consequence of the rice and beans diet that all the contestants had during the competition. These days, Anne looks great, and she hasn’t gained back the weight. However, she might be considering retiring as she reportedly feels like she has no time for herself anymore due to her incredibly busy schedule.

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Clint Eastwood – $9.75 Million, California

Hollywood legend Clint Eastwood listed his breathtaking Pebble Beach house in 2017 with a $9.75-million price tag. His gorgeous estate was designed in the 1920s by Clarence Tantau and it features six bedrooms and seven bathrooms. Apart from this, the new owner can admire the house’s thick walls and hand-crafted ironwork, as well as the stunning ocean views. This is hardly the only real estate that Eastwood owns since he is loaded. An actor, filmmaker, and a cultural icon, Eastwood continues to grow his fortune. In 2018, he produced and starred in the crime film, The Mule.