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Incredible Celebrities Weight Loss Transformations – Find Out Who Had Gastric Sleeve Surgery And Who Fought All The Way

America Ferrera – 30 Pounds, Getting In Shape

America Ferrera made her Hollywood debut with ‘Real Women Have Curves’. Ironically she had to face criticism for her beautiful curves after coming into the spotlight with a movie that tackled the same issue. She pushed her body to the extremes while shedding almost 30 pounds by training for a triathlon, only to rise above the scrutiny directed at her.

The A-lister is now an advocate for body positivity and swears by being herself unapologetically. America believes being mindful of what she consumes rather than being obsessed with weight scales is the healthiest way to cope with weight regulation, and we can’t agree more!

Lena Dunham – 24 Pounds, Illness

The sassy 33-year-old is not new to the spotlight owing to her incredible on-screen talents. But it was her dramatic weight loss that had tongues wagging.

Turns out, it was not all a rosy affair given that she was going through turbulent times. A break up with her long-time boyfriend Jack Antonoff only compounded things more. In conclusion, she was pretty much unwell, resulting in double-digit weight loss. Things have changed since then, and Dunham is definitely on a glow up! Not only is she phenomenal and resilient, but she is also one inspiring individual to look up to when things get tough.

Ricky Gervais – 12 Pounds, Life-threatening Health Problems

Ricky feared his lifestyle would kill him, and he took it upon himself to change that. In an interview, he spilled the beans on his path to a leaner physique, and it all comes down to sweating it out in the gym.

The star says that people think he looks great now, and we can’t disagree at all! Pictured recently, Ricky looks dapper, and in a surprising revelation, also said that he didn’t have to cut down on his favorite foods. His method of losing extra pounds did not have much diet change – talk about having your cake and eating it too!

Jonah Hill – 60 Pounds, Health Problems


Actor and Producer Jonah Hill had it rough with weight issues for the longest time, especially in his teen years. In an interview with Ellen DeGeneres, he opened up on how criticism on his body made him feel vulnerable until he resolved to change a few things.

When he got the role in 2016’s War Dogs, he had to pack up some weight, and Jonah says that exercise helped lose some of it. Since boxing is his favorite activity, he kept his eyes on the prize, despite the gym being full of other celebrities like Justin Theroux. It’s all paid up, hasn’t it? He looks dreamy!

Star Jones – 160 Pounds, For Her Career

Starlet Marie Jones’ journey into losing weight is as every bit life-changing as it is surprising. Well, as the co-host to a popular show, her physique was always in the public eye, and it is no wonder she resolved to do something about it.

In a rather hush affair, Jones went under the knife to lose some of those extra pounds, and fans became curious when her weight seemingly melted off in a short while. She had to let the cat out of the bag eventually, but we must admit, it breathed a new lease of life in her.

Drew Carey – 90 Pounds, Type-2 Diabetes

Drew Carey’s weight loss journey was a double win! For years, the prominent showbiz personality had been struggling with weight problems and type-2 diabetes, but when he decided to change – everything looked up. Setting his mind to shed off about half of his 262 pounds, he cut back on carbs and unhealthy habits, and voila!

Carey looks terrific in his new shape, and you know, what’s more surprising? His diabetes was gone too! That seems to breathe new life in his 35-year-old career, and without a doubt, he looks even younger than his years. Breathtaking, isn’t it?

Ethan Suplee – Over 200 Pounds, To Be Fit

We’ve always admired Ethan Suplee’s plump physique on screen as the roles he plays are fitting. However, he said on a recent podcast, ‘American Glutton’, that he has always struggled with food and weight. The actor had to make profound psychological changes in how he views food to move forward.

Since deciding to lose weight at a hefty 530 pounds, the star now weighs 220 pounds – an astonishing success. Believe us, you might not recognize him since his role in ‘Remember the Titans’. The 43-year-old looks mighty, fine, to say the least!

Chrissy Metz – 50 Pounds, For Better Health

Metz has been vocal on her weight issues for quite a while now. She even has a memoir out detailing her life experiences growing up and how she dealt with everything that came her way. Being the love and light for fellow humans, she encourages those struggling with excess weight. Progress, not perfection, is her mantra, and we couldn’t agree more.

Partly motivated by her contract with the show she stars in – Metz lost a few inches here and there, and one thing is for sure, her efforts are paying off! She looks terrific without those few extra pounds, doesn’t she?

Queen Latifah – 20 Pounds, To Look Good

Queen Latifah practiced eating in moderation, followed a strict workout routine regularly, and the results – 20lbs gone! This is quite a transformation!To achieve the same, she changed her diet to one with lots of protein, which included lean meat along with fruits and veggies. Take note, folks!

The gorgeous singer-songwriter decided to lose those pounds not just to look good but to feel great as well. Latifah’s intentions were wholesome, and all that hard work was worth it.  We want to see or rather hear more of her incredible voice, and we certainly hope she’ll continue to entertain us for years to come.

Chris Pratt – 60 Pounds, For A Movie Role

Everybody knows Chris Pratt, unless one is living under a rock, a huge one. The legend has been on the big screen for several years, and while his career remains constant, his physique is anything but perpetual.

He weighed approximately 300lbs when he was cast for a Marvel film. When he posted a mirror selfie of himself on social media, everyone was stunned to see his 60lbs lighter version, all chiseled with abs. How did the star do it, you wonder? He claims he started with drinking lots of water. Well, Chris, anything you say!

Oprah Winfrey – 40 Pounds, Health Struggles

The billionaire talk show host-philanthropist has also been through what we, the common folks, experience. Trying time and again to shed all the extra pounds and look toned, or maybe just to stay fit.

Oprah has had a rough road, losing/gaining weight, even more than 100 pounds at a time, which was primarily because of her Thyroid problem. The actress lost a reasonable load when she decided to make a ‘lifestyle shift’.She made peace with her food, followed weight-loss programs, and now is in a much better headspace after achieving her target!

Corey Harrison – 192 Pounds, To Improve His Health

Corey Harrison is widely recognized for his appearance in the TV series, ‘Pawn Stars’. What some may have missed, however, is that the star struggled with his weight. He used to be a mighty 400 pounds before deciding to lose weight, and was utterly concerned when he was diagnosed pre-diabetic. Impressively, the guy went on to lose nearly 200 pounds. Believe your eyes – yes, 200!

Corey lost all that mass by getting resection. After surgery, he made sure to eat less than the serving size and had a regular workout routine, which even inspired his colleague to work towards a healthier physique.

Elvis Duran – 140 Pounds, To Save His Life

When your doctor says you need to lose weight to survive, you have do it. That was literally what television personality Elvis Duran did when Dr. Oz told him that. He’s 140lbs lighter now, all thanks to a gastric bypass surgery that he bravely underwent.

The ‘Elvis Duran and Morning Show’ host says the process changed his life, and he’s hugely grateful for choosing it. Post-surgery, perhaps Duran might have struggled a little as he had to eat smaller portions and exercise religiously. That said, given the fact that the decision saved his life, we think it was worth it!

James Corden – 70 Pounds, To Feel Good

Oh, how we enjoy seeing the cute-as-a-button James Corden on late-night television! One cannot help but like him for his jovial personality – guests, and audience alike. His weight loss journey is inspiring too.

Ironically, however, the guy rose to fame on a TV show that featured overweight people. More than a decade later, he has managed to lose a staggering 70 pounds! The comedian/actor credits the significant transformation to ditching bread(yes, he used to graze on gluten). Now, Corden is leading a healthier lifestyle, and says that he only eats during meal times. Way to go!

Carnie Wilson – 180 Pounds, Reason Undisclosed

American singer, Carnie Wilson has battled weight gain time and again. She is said to have had body image issues (well, we all do some or the other time!), which motivated her to go through a transformation.

Carnie lost a massive 150 pounds when she had Lap-Band surgery done twelve years back. However, after having children (most of us can relate to how draining parenthood can be), she gained slightly. Recently, the singing sensation had the same procedure, shedding 30 pounds this time. The star claims she feels content with her decision to eat healthy food and follow a workout routine post-operation.

Dawn French – 112 Pounds, To Prepare For A Surgery

Dawn French, the British TV host/comedian, has been through a hectic route on the road to achieving her target weight before her hysterectomy. To make the recovery process more manageable, doctors advised her to shed some load beforehand.

Dawn claims it was a ”practical” decision, and we could not agree more! Now, the most important part, how did the actress manage to lose such a massive heft within a timeline? She stuck to eating a ”joyless” low-calorie diet plus miles and miles of walking. The basics often provide the best results!

Chaka Khan – 60 Pounds, Type-2 Diabetes

American singer-songwriter Chaka Khan is in her 60s, but can easily pass on to a 30-year-old. All thanks to the healthier choices she made in her diet, like ditching gluten, dairy products, and meat – she’s 60 pounds lighter now.

The luminary also fasted ‘unconditionally’ for a few months and even became vegan. Go big or go home, as they say! What triggered the changes, you ask? It was her health and the fact that she had to be around longer for her granddaughter. We’re glad she achieved her goals!

Forest Whitaker – 70 Pounds, To Avoid Health Issues

Veteran actor Forest Whitaker has starred in a massive variety of roles – from jazz musician Louis Armstrong in ‘What a Wonderful World’ to T’Challa’s mentor Zuri in ‘Black Panther’ – and he has never shied away from changing his appearance for a character. After being cast as the brutal Ugandan dictator Idi Amin in ‘The Last King of Scotland’, the actor piled on 70 pounds to better suit the part.

Forest dedicated himself to losing weight after filming as he was concerned the added bulk would lead to health problems such as heart disease. He soon shed the pounds by following a vegetarian diet and partaking in martial arts.

Mo’Nique – 90 Pounds, Family

Mo’Nique has always taken pride in her size, and she utilized her larger frame to pave her path to Hollywood fame. Nevertheless, despite the fact she embraced her figure, it was beginning to cause problems with her family as well as her health.

In 2015, the actress showed a new side of herself to the world and declared her motivations to lose weight and focus on her family. Mo’Nique relied on a clean, balanced diet and a workout regime with the help of a trainer. So far, she’s dropped 90 pounds and isn’t far from hitting her 115-pound goal!

Adam Richman – 70 Pounds, Soccer

It goes without saying that the star of Travel Channel’s ‘Man V Food’ Adam Richman’s love of food went far beyond the ordinary. The star went to extreme lengths during his tenure as the host of the show to take on incredible food challenges, and in the end, it lead to an unhealthy amount of weight gain.

Following his departure from the show, Adam – who is an avid Tottenham Hotspur fan – decided he wanted to get back into playing soccer, and with the help of a semi-vegan diet, he dropped an incredible 70 pounds. That’s all the weight he gained on the show, plus a further 10 pounds!

Gemma Collins – For Health Reasons

‘Only Way Is Essex reality star Gemma Collins has faced fluctuating weight problems over the years because of her hectic life as an actor. While appearing on the show ‘Dancing with the Stars’, she eventually decided to make changes for medical-related reasons. Gemma went on a weight-loss journey, and her fans often wonder about the key to her transformation.

The slim-down ride saw the TOWIE star forking out up to $300 on slimming injections, and now she looks unrecognizable. Some may find her approach unorthodox, but Gemma feels healthy, happy and in great shape.

Lisa Riley – 174 Pounds, To Take On A Role

It is no wonder. ‘Emmerdale’ star Lisa Riley looks indistinguishable – she shed not just twenty or thirty pounds but 174! Are you wondering what sorcery went into the making of such a significant transformation?

The British television sweetheart was very serious about losing weight. So she changed her diet and shed one stone a week by eating 400 calories a day. To put it into perspective, it’s an amazing 14 pounds in seven days, folks! Lisa even gave up alcohol, so it’s obvious that she changed her lifestyle into a much healthier one in the process. Way to go, girl!

Melissa McCarthy – For ‘Gilmore Girls’ & Better Lifestyle

Melissa McCarthy was on her rise to fame after bagging a significant role in the hit TV series ‘Gilmore Girls’. To ensure she was at her best for the show, the actress lost 70 pounds with an extreme liquid diet in just four months. Feeling crazy and starved, she vouched never to do it again!

The comedic actress, who has made quite an impression in Hollywood, has since lost even more weight, but claims her choices are more lifestyle than health-related. With the help of diet, and regular exercise, Melissa looks stunning with all that confidence and splendid physique.

Jenna Jameson – 85 Pounds, Healthier Body and Lifestyle

Television personality Jenna Jameson went on an intense weight loss journey that was both inspiring and transformative. After her third child, she decided to snap back to a slim and healthy body by losing some inches. Trying the Keto Diet and staying in a positive mental state helped the actress lose the stubborn 85 pounds.

Documenting the entire journey on social media, Jenna showed us the good as well as the bad. Many women praised her for highlighting the harsh realities of weight loss. Taking over a year and a half, the star surpassed her fitness goals and feels much better now with her newfound happiness.

Joe Thomas – 50 Pounds, Weight Goals

According to the retired NFL player, Joe Thomas, playing an offensive tackle required him to carbo-load nearly every two hours. At the end of his 11-year career, he couldn’t wait to cut back on the meals and reach his goal weight, which he eventually did.

With the help of Cleveland Brown’s dietitian Katy and the app, MyPlate – Joe has never looked better weighing in a healthy 255 pounds. The athlete has explained that the stress of weigh-in days is behind him, and he enjoys a healthier lifestyle by understanding what to consume and what not.

David Carter – 40 Pounds, High-Blood Pressure & Tendinitis

David Carter, the former defensive lineman for the Dallas Cowboys, played a position that required him to bulk up and block the opposing team. At 305 pounds, he suffered from tendinitis and high-blood pressure, which forced him to make certain lifestyle changes.

After watching the acclaimed food documentary, ‘Forks and Knives’, David decided then and there to go vegan. Within six weeks of staying away from meat, he noticed an extreme difference in his body. Now a model and advocate of plant-based diets, David leads a 40-pound lighter, happy and healthy lifestyle.

Nate Newton – 75 Pounds, Life-threatening Weight Gain

It is widely known that American pro-football players suffer from weight loss and gain, both on and off-season, as well as after retirement. For Nate Newton, packing an extra 75 pounds after his reign ended with the Dallas Cowboys was nothing short of problematic. Afraid of not seeing his children grow up, he underwent a gastric sleeve surgery.

Just six months after the procedure, Big Nate wasn’t that big anymore, and seemingly, unrecognizable since his decision to lose weight. While some may consider Nate’s extreme weight loss unhealthy – his doctor confirms otherwise.

Britney Spears – 4 Pounds, Getting in Shape and Beating Health Issues

Remember when everyone had a crush on Britney Spears? Well, 90s babies are still just as obsessed with her. The pop singer also has a new following since converting her Insta page to a weight loss journal of sorts with rigorous workouts and diet plans shared with her huge fan base.

She even goes the extra mile to explain how the diet is helping her conditions of asthma and stress. Has it worked for her? The jaw-dropping pics of the svelte physique she’s been posting on her social accounts gives the best answer! Britney’s slogan sure seems to be ‘If you’ve got it, flaunt it’, and we’re not complaining!

Al Roker – 40 Pounds, Weight Issues, and Beating Cholesterol

The charismatic ‘Today Show’ host Al Roker has always been a fan favorite.
He seems to have turned a new leaf and is looking better and healthier than ever! His secret?

The much-debated Keto diet! – Al is a strong advocate for the lifestyle and even challenged Jillian Michaels, who famously spoke against the high-fat diet. Roker has been vocal about his success with the diet and claims his cholesterol is under control thanks to keto. The host has turned into quite the chef by whipping up mouth-watering keto inspired meals on his social media accounts, that even makes his followers drool!

Gordon Ramsay – 50 Pounds, Getting Fit

Gordon Ramsay, the widely celebrated chef, is extremely transparent about his weight loss journey. He even documents the process via his social media pages. Dad to five kids, Gordon sure knows how to balance life, so how does he do it?

‘The Hell’s Kitchen’ chef revealed that he’s cutting down on meats and consuming more veggies. He’s also eating five times a day but with reduced portion sizes and supplements the diet with more exercise and sleep. Gordon’s shocking 50 pounds shred in a short period was just by adapting to this new and healthy lifestyle! Who else wants to join the fit-club?

Melissa Joan Hart – 40 Pounds, Getting Her Dream Bikini-Body

Many of us are fans of Melissa Joan Hart, thanks to her life-altering role as ‘Sabrina- the teenage witch’. After giving birth to her third kid, Melissa gained about 60 pounds. However, the ‘Melissa and Joey’ star shocked her followers via social media when she flaunted her ravishing bikini body in a green swimsuit, at her sister’s bachelorette party. The grand reveal was in the caption itself.

Hart credited her mind-blowing weight loss to Pennsylvania based weight loss provider, NutriSystem. She expresses how confident and proud she feels of herself for staying the course to get to her goal weight. We’re proud of this gorgeous mama too!

Kate Hudson – 10 Pounds, To Be Healthier

Kate Hudson committed to losing 10 pounds right on her social media page, following the birth of her youngest child. The mom of 3 and Golden Globe-winning actress revealed her quest is not just to be lean but healthy, so she’s around for her kiddos in the long run. We love her holistic approach!

Kate works closely with her personal trainer – her Insta grid is full of the quirky Pilates sessions. The Weight Watchers ambassador also knows to practice what she preaches. She works out thrice a week and even serves up some delicious, health-conscious recipes on her media accounts!

Ariel Winter – 30 Pounds, Beating Mental Health Issues

Ariel Winter, the actress behind ‘Modern Family’s Alex has gone through body scrutiny ever since she was ten years old. Ariel has candidly shared about her journey with beating depression where weight was a significant factor. Her recent, rapid weight loss made her a stunner on the red carpet but also made many question her methods to achieving these mind-blowing results.

Winter’s followers teared up when she revealed that the drastic change was thanks to an alteration in her prescription medication. That helped her mental health struggle and gave her better metabolism to shed a few pounds. So glad she found her balance!

America Ferrera – 30 Pounds, Getting In Shape

America Ferrera made her Hollywood debut with ‘Real Women Have Curves’. Ironically she had to face criticism for her beautiful curves after coming into the spotlight with a movie that tackled the same issue. She pushed her body to the extremes while shedding almost 30 pounds by training for a triathlon, only to rise above the scrutiny directed at her.

The A-lister is now an advocate for body positivity and swears by being herself unapologetically. America believes being mindful of what she consumes rather than being obsessed with weight scales is the healthiest way to cope with weight regulation, and we can’t agree more!

Mariah Carey – 30 Pounds, For A Healthy Body

Mariah Carey has always been vocal about her woes with weight. When her career hit a stump and relationship issues cropped up, Mariah went on a downward spiral. Facing cyber-bullying for her weight only added to the problems.

Determined to rise above her issues, the ‘All I want for Christmas is you’ singer gave herself the best Christmas gift when she opted for Gastric Sleeve Surgery. Following her surgery, she is continuing regular exercise and diet to maintain her brand new figure – and we’ve never seen her happier! Carey is surely sporting her best look yet!

Alec Baldwin – 30 Pounds, Beating His Pre-Diabetic Diagnosis

The ‘30 Rock’ host, Alec Baldwin, shocked the audience when he dropped his pants on ‘The Tonight Show by Jimmy Fallon’. Why? Well, let’s say he had enough reason to celebrate!

The actor dropped a whopping 30 pounds in just four months! No wonder he wanted to flaunt the loss. His pre-diabetic diagnosis made him realize the importance of lifestyle changes before it’s too late. Adopting a more plant-based diet and kicking sugar off the plate has got Baldwin these fantastic results. Alec also reveals that he’s into pilates and spinning since he’s determined to stay on track and lay off the insulin. Kudos to his commitment to stay healthy!

Abby Lee Miller – 100 Pounds, Unknown Reason

‘Dance Moms’ star and choreographer Abby Lee Miller looks vastly different today than when she first started on the show. She took a big step back from the limelight after resigning from the hit series in 2017 due to personal issues.

Abby Lee was photographed heading out to lunch and looking decidedly slimmer shortly after announcing her split from the show. It was revealed that the dance teacher underwent gastric bypass surgery a year earlier, and thanks to this procedure, she was able to lose an awe-inspiring 100 pounds!

Jillian Michaels – 50 Pounds, To Cope With Her Parents’ Divorce

She may be a well-known personal trainer now, but when Jillian Michaels was a teenager she struggled with excess weight too. As a teenager, she used food for comfort and to bond with her overweight father, which led her to weigh 170 pounds.

Jillian’s mother enrolled her in martial arts in the hope of helping her to cope with her parents’ divorce. These classes started Jillian on her fitness journey, although it would take a while before she truly understood how to compose a healthy diet and traded the artificial stuff for real, whole food.

Johnny Vegas- 42 Pounds, For His Health

Going through a divorce can be daunting, but some people take it as an opportunity to be a better person for their own sake. The ‘Benidorm’ actor, Johnny Vegas, did the same and rose like a tide after splitting from his wife.

He wanted to be healthy, “be around longer” for his son, so he replaced junk food with healthier alternatives, religiously following a low-carb diet. Fans were really shocked to see New Vegas, who managed to lose 42lbs! The star looks unrecognizable now, but the lean figure definitely suits him. We are thrilled to see him in his new avatar as well!

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