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30 Amazing Weight Loss Journeys of Your Favorite Celebrities That Can Make Your Jaw Drop

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Shelly Roberts

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November 2, 2022

Jo Brand - Born in 1957 - 42 Pounds Lost

Jo Brand is an English comedian, actor, writer, and presenter of shows like "Getting On," 'The Brain Drain," and "Jo Brand Through the Cakehole." She went through a physically transformative journey after Professor Greg Whyte made her realize that the extra weight she had been carrying was non-functional and would ultimately affect her lower back, hips, and knees.

Although Brand had used her extra weight as comedic material, she later realized it impacted her quality of life. With lifestyle changes such as long treks and smaller meal sizes, she successfully dropped off 49 lbs and is now a slimmer version of her former self.

 Letitia Dean - Born in 1967 - 29.4 Pounds Lost

The "EastEnders" star who played the role of the iconic Sharon Watts on the show had been fat-shamed previously by fans of the daytime drama. Although she had tried various eating plans, none worked for her. However, she finally began her getting-back-to-shape journey for the role of Ms. Darbus in the 2008 "High School Musical the Live Show."

Watts finally started a high-protein diet where she ate food such as grilled chicken breast and green veggies that got her closer to her weight loss goals. Apart from that, she also focussed on boxercise and running and lost 29.4 lbs in the bargain.

Jennifer Ellison - Born in 1983 - 42 Pounds Lost

The "Who Dares Wins" star Jennifer Ellison has boasted of a stunning toning-up transformation. Ellison had previously put down her weight gain due to post-pregnancy depression and self-neglect. Ellison had dropped from size 18 to 10 in three months and looked the fittest version of herself. She had also lost almost 6.5 inches of body fat in a month.

The mother of three took part in ITV's Sugar-Free Farm from 2015 December to 2016 January, which helped her fitness journey. She also stayed away from processed food, high-calorie food, alcohol, sugar, and the usual suspects and lost and melted away 42-pounds.

Keely Shaye Smith - Born in 1963 - 100 Pounds Lost

Keely Shaye Smith, the documentary filmmaker, journalist, and TV presenter is also known as the wife of the sophisticated and charismatic former "James Bond" star Pierce Brosnan. Being the star's spouse may mean she is under scrutiny most of the time, and her putting on the extra unwanted pounds earned her additional backlash from netizens.

Smith took the criticism constructively and decided to get back in shape for her health. She had gained pounds because of the shift of her hormones owing to pregnancies. Her combination of physical training and eating plan helped her lose 100 pounds in six months.

Adele - Born in 1988 - 100 Pounds Lost

The "Easy On Me" singer, Adele, wanted to get lighter because she focused on health and wanted to perform with all her energy on stage. She first surprised her fans when she appeared on the "Saturday Night Live" show in October 2020 and appeared in her well-sculpted physique.

Adele later revealed that the man behind her incredible transformation is her trainer Greg Mieleh from the Heart & Hustle gym in California. She incorporated strength training and circuit training and followed a healthier diet which eventually helped her lose 100 lbs, and positive vibes followed in her life and her health.

Jordin Sparks - Born in 1989 - 50 Pounds Lost

Jordin Sparks began her career on "American Idol" when she was just 17 years old, becoming the first American Idol contestant whose songs reached the top 20 positions in the United States. The crooner who sang "No Air" from the Platinum-certified self-titled album in 2007 also came to the limelight with her 50-pound weight-loss journey in 18 months.

Instead of sticking to a restrictive eating plan, Sparks stuck to small portions that proved sustainable. However, all her meals were nutrient-packed with the right amount of protein, fat, and carbohydrates. The "Tattoo" singer relies on strength training to give her a toned-up frame.

Chrissy Metz - Born in 1980 - 100 Pounds Lost

The character of Kate Pearson in the NBC hit drama "This is Us." was brought to life by the Florida-born singer and actress Chrissy Metz. In her autobiography released in 2018, Metz was candid about her struggles with the excess pounds she gained in childhood and the problems she had to endure in elementary school.

A sudden trip to the hospital on her 30th birthday in 2010 because of a panic attack helped her realize that she needed to make drastic changes in her lifestyle. Metz followed a calorie-deficit eating plan and added more daily movements to lose 100 pounds in five months.

John Goodman - Born in 1952 - 200 Pounds Lost

John Goodman surprised his fans as he strutted his slim physique while walking the red carpet at the premiere of Tubi's "The Freak Brothers." The star of the show "The Conners" started his transformation journey in 2007. However, he couldn't sustain it as he kept returning to his old and unhealthy way of living.

Goodman eventually stopped his inconsistent eating habits, stopped drinking alcohol, and with great help from his trainer, Mackie Shilstone, lost 200 pounds. "The Flinstones" star ensured he got in his 10k steps for the day and watched his portion's size with a hawk's eye, which gave him incredible results.

Dani Harmer – Born in 1989 - Undisclosed Weight Loss

The former 'Tracy Beaker" star, Dani Harner, had received a lot of backlash on social media because of the extra pounds. She went from size six to size 10 and blamed it on the lockdown. Although the "Strictly Come Dancing "star loved her curves, the extra adiposity made her opt for a transformative procedure to lose the excess weight.

She still is not bothered about the hate comments and likes to take things in her stride. The star of the three-part BBC series, "My Mum Tracy Beaker," speaks about body positivity and how the trolls didn't affect her confidence levels.

Rachael Ray - Born in 1968 - 40 Pounds Lost

Rachel Ray is a two-time Emmy-winning celebrity chef whose journey toward health surprised and inspired her fans. She was 40 lb down, and although the road towards her goal weight hasn't been easy, as she is always surrounded by sumptuous food, Ray took the challenge head-on. She followed the Mediterranean way of eating that included healthy fats and plant-based nutrition to shed excess pounds.

Ray followed the usual fail-safe weight hacks, including drinking lots of water and a physical training regime, including cardio and strength training. The "30-minute meals" anchor knows how to keep her meals healthy yet tasty and stick to her healthy eating plan.

Brian Baumgartner - Born in 1972 - 100 Pounds Lost

Brian Baumgartner is mainly known for the funny and clueless character of Kevin Malone in the American sitcom "The Office." While Baumgarter's fans loved him in his chubby physique, they were surprised to see him lose a considerable amount of weight when the show, "The Office," came to an end in 2014.

He lost close to 100 pounds, and he moved to Los Angeles, where he had more access to fresh and healthy food. Simple, organic and farm-fresh foods are used to make his meals, and just shifting to the right dietary choices resulted in his massive physical makeover.

James Corden - Born in 1978 - 84 Pounds Lost

James Corden is a British icon who has been able to juggle his acting career and late-night talk show with aplomb thanks to his gregarious and comedic personality. The host of "The Late Late Show" also made news with a 35-pound weight loss. Eating in a limited time frame helped him lose the excess pounds, or what is popularly known as intermittent fasting.

Corden follows the WW program, where although he eats healthily, he doesn't restrict himself. Apart from including boxing in his regular physical training, he meditates for 20 minutes to stay restfully alert, which has been incredibly beneficial for his health.

Kaley Cuoco - Born in 1985 - 6 Pounds Lost

Kaley Cuoco got into the best shape for her show, "The Flight Attendant," and lost 6 lbs. over three months. Cuoco lost the extra pounds and attained a more muscular and fitter body with the dual benefits of yoga and healthy food and doing away with certain habits such as mindless snacking, which eventually gave her the desired results.

Cuoco's new lifestyle change is not temporary, as she is in love with her unique and fitter version of herself. The actress who made a splash as Penny in "The Big Bang Theory" is not returning to her old lifestyle anytime soon.

Dawn French - Born in 1957 - 92 Pounds Lost

Dawn French is an actress and comedian best known for the popular TV show, "French and Saunders." The star bought about an impressive weight loss transformation by losing 98 pounds. She achieved her goal by eating low-calorie and nutritious food while doing physical training on the side.

Although she lost weight initially, since then, she has put on some of the pounds French has failed, although she could not care less as she wants to enjoy this phase of her life. The "Death On The Nile" actress may have done it for her health, but it positively impacted her life.

Susan Boyle - Born in 1961 - 50 Pounds Lost

The Scottish singer Susan Boyle rose to fame in 2009 after appearing in the third season of "Britain's Got Talent" where she sang the song "I Dreamed a Dream" from "Les Miserables" which boasted the most significant first-week sales by a debut album. Although Boyle had reached the pinnacle of success, she knew she needed to lose all the additional pounds to get healthier.

This motivation helped her lose 50 pounds by making a few radical changes in her eating plan. Boyle, who works at Simon Cowell's Syco Entertainment, cut out excess sugar and walked at least two miles daily to stay healthy.

Sam Smith - Born in 1992 - 14 Pounds Lost

Sam Smith burst into the music scene in 2012 after appearing on Disclosure's chart-busting single "Latch." The "Fire on Fire" singer also came to the forefront because of his massive physical transformation, losing around 14 pounds in two weeks.

Smith became an advocate of the no-sugar diet, as endorsed by Amelia Freer. Although he lost his way in the middle of 2016 and returned to his old unhealthy habits, he stuck on and, with determination, got back on track by hitting the gym three times a week. Cardio and strength training is the magic combination that helped him inch closer to his goal weight.

Alison Moyet - Born in 1961 - Undisclosed Weight Loss

Alison Moyet is most known for her melodious singing voice and one-half of the famous singing duo Yazoo. Moyet continues to weave magic with her voice with her nine studio albums drawing audiences to packed stadiums. The "Love Generation" singer inspired many with her weight loss journey.

Moyet made several dietary changes that helped them drop from size 22 to 10. The singer, who appeared in "The BRITs at 40" in February 2020," wanted to make a paradigm shift in her lifestyle as she was hitting the big 60 and wanted to be at her healthiest best and ward off health conditions associated with advanced years.

Melissa McCarthy - Born in 1970 - 70 Pounds Los

Melissa McCarthy got widespread recognition with her portrayal of Sookie St. James in "Gilmore Girls." She soon went on to be regarded as one of the most gifted and funniest Hollywood actresses. Although the "Spy" actress had been happy with the way she was, she decided to drop the additional pounds when renowned designers refused to make designer clothes for her red carpet appearances.

McCarthy started making small changes in her eating program by including more veggies and lean protein and likes to mix it up in her physical routine. A big fan of martial arts, she lost around 75 pounds in her get-slim journey.

Chaz Bono - Born in 1969 - 60 Pounds Lost

The former "Dancing with the Stars" contestant Chaz Bono vowed to lose weight when his weighing scale read 250 pounds. Bono, a strong advocate of LGBTQ+ rights, began his fat-to-fit transition by sticking to a nutritional therapy rich in vegetables and meat. This dietary transition and combining dancing, kickboxing, and martial arts helped him drop 60 pounds.

Bono was conscious of his carb intake and avoided loading his plate with too many grains, sugar, and starch. The "Three From Hell" actor started looking trimmer in "Reboot Camp" in 2021 and feels much more comfortable in his current fit and fabulous physique.

Mo’Nique - Born in 1967 - 82 Pounds Lost

Mo'Nique burst into the entertainment scene with the 1999 hit show "The Parkers." Since then, she has owned the screen with her charm, wit, and sass. The "Precious" actress, who had always struggled with adiposity, began her weight loss transformation in 2014 and depended on her husband and children to motivate her to become a fitter version of herself.

Mo'Nique had alarm bells ringing when her weight touched 200 pounds. She started her body transformation journey with an eclectic mix of exercises such as yoga, lifting weights, jumping rope, hula-hopping, hiking, and the works. She lost 82 pounds with her dedication and perseverance.

Mark Labbett - Born in 1965 - 140 Pounds Lost

The ITV quiz show, The Chase's Mark Labbett, has become a household name for his quick wit, hilarious puns, and staggering weight loss transformation. His body metamorphosis can be reduced by reducing carb intake and quitting processed sugar.

Labbett changed his eating plan, settling for a high-protein diet and drastically achieving a calorie deficit. Working hard at the gym and taking his dog, Baloo, for regular walks ultimately helped him lose 140 pounds and ward off specific health conditions and problems that may come in the future. Labbett joined the second season of ABC's US version of the show, "The Chase." in June 2021.

Jessica Simpson - Born in 1980 - 100 Pounds Lost

Jessica Simpson boasts many milestones in life, including starring in commercials, television shows, and movies and being a successful entrepreneur. Simpson has also been the talking point for losing a staggering 100 pounds over the years with a practical approach to weight loss.

She had put on pounds after giving birth to her third child, but with her physical instructor, Harley Pasternak, she walked 14,000 steps every day to become a fitter version of herself. She also ate right and slogged off at the gym for 45 minutes thrice a week. She released a book, "Open Book," in 2020, which became a New York Times bestseller.

Melissa Joan Hart - Born in 1976 - 40 Pounds Lost

You may know Melissa Joan Hart Clarissa as Sabrina in "The Teenage Witch." but she most revels in the role of a mom. However, the mom of three had a tough time losing weight after her third pregnancy and wanted to change her lifestyle to lose the extra pounds. For that, she chose the Nutrisystem program, which helped her drop 40 pounds in two years.

The "Clarissa Explains It All" actress keeps a tight rein on her cravings, so much so that when her sons eat burgers, she settles for a shake. She appeared in her trimmed version of herself in "Mistletoe in Montana," released in 2021.

Gabourey Sidibe - Born in 1983 - 150 Pounds Lost

Gabourey Sidibe made a splash with her screen debut in the 2009 film "Precious" where she portrayed the role of Claireece "Precious" Jones. Her role earned her numerous accolades at the Sundance and Cannes Film Festivals. Sidibe's journey has not been easy, especially her health journey, where she had to opt for a transformative procedure to lose 150 pounds, but it has been nothing short of inspiring.

The "Precious" actress has stuck to a rigid diet and physical activities to aid her journey. Despite her busy career, Sidibe has lent her voice to "The Harper House" in 2021 and has managed to knock off the extra pounds and stay healthy.

Rachel Frederickson - Born in 1990 - 155 Pounds Lost

Rachel Frederickson became the Season 15 winner of "The Biggest Loser," and her tremendous 155 weight loss has received diversified reactions from people. While some were amazed about it, others chose to write nasty comments about it on social media. Frederickson was at a position in her life where she wanted to change her weight and her life.

The voice actress has since then chosen to stay away from the commotion of fame and lead a quiet life reaping off the benefits of her now trim and healthier self. Her physical transformation may have been one of the most dramatic at "The Biggest Loser."

Jonah Hill - Born in 1983 - 40 Pounds Lost

The "Superbad" actor Jonah Hill looks like a completely different person in the 2018 drama mini-series "Maniac." It's difficult to fathom that he is the same person who felt unattractive because of his weight and wanted badly to be accepted by a community of skaters.

With a strict eating plan and physical routine, he has lost 40lbs after gaining the same amount of weight for playing the role of Efraim Diveroli in "War Dogs." He looks superfit in the 2021 film, "Don't Look Up;" his sweat sessions, including Brazilian jiu-jitsu and surfing, must have helped along with a disciplined meal plan.

Mariah Carey - Born in 1970 - 70 Pounds Lost

Mariah Carey, the pop diva, is known for her curvy body. However, she put on a few extra pounds in the last few years, and "All I Want For Christmas Is You" has been severely trolled for her large frame. Carey was also finding it harder to dance and do shows and hence went for a transformative procedure that helped her achieve a fit physique.

The "We Belong Together" songstress is happy with the procedure results. Carey is now concentrating on her career and released a single, "Somewhat Loved (There You Go Breakin' My Heart)." with Jam & Lewis in 2021.

Jennifer Hudson - Born in 1981 - 80 Pounds Lost

Jennifer Hudson and her powerful vocals have taken her places right from the title of "American Idol" in 2004 to acting roles in films, theaters, and TV, and as a judge on "The Voice." And while accomplishing it all, Hudson also went from a size 16 to a size 6.

Although the "Respect" actress cannot find time to sweat it out, she is very particular about what she puts in her mouth, which does not mean she deprives herself; she eats everything in moderation. The "Dreamgirls" actress is now dominating daytime with her talk show debut, "The Jennifer Hudson Show," on September 12, 2022.

Ricki Lake - Born in 1968 - 130 Pounds Lost

The character of Tracy Turnblad, which Ricki Lake played in the 1988 movie, "Hairspray," movie is pretty similar to her real life as it was about body positivity and embracing her larger size. After her roles in films like "Cry Baby," Turnblad dropped 100lbs at 24, but the pounds continue to creep up.

Down to a size six now, she is feeling a lot more energetic and healthier, thanks to a meal service called Fresh Dining, which provides her food according to her calorific requirements. Her trimmed version in the movie "Under The Christmas Tree" is for everyone to see and appreciate.

Jorge Garcia - Born in 1973 - 100 Pounds Lost

Jorge Garcia's weight loss struggle has been an inspiration for many. The actor, who starred in the show, "Lost," set out to achieve his goals and, with his grit and determination, lost close to 100 pounds.

Garcia was seen in "The Munsters," in which he appeared as a far trimmer version of his former self. For his incredible transformation, Garcia relied on a tried and tested formula that included extensive physical training and eating a portion-control eating program. He also gave up alcohol and put in two-three hours of sweat sessions in the gym to show tremendous progress in his weight-loss journey.

 

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