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Incredible Weight Loss Journeys Of Your Favorite Stars – See Who Fought All The Way!

Amber Riley – Undisclosed Amount Of Weight, To Be Healthier

Amber Riley is proof that anything significant starts with something small. Believe it or not, her weight loss journey began when she ditched the elevator to the stairs. Her legs sure would have been on fire, but the actress must have burned some calories – no pain, no gain they say!

The star claims she dropped two dress sizes (which is an outstanding amount of weight) just by altering her diet, by being healthy! On top of that, Amber dumped all the junk food. Is it just us who are all inspired now, or do you feel the same way?

Graham Elliot – 128 Pounds, For His Family and Good Health

American restaurateur who doubles up as a reality TV personality had a transformation that has left us all floored. We were so used to his big bear physique, but we were all left stunned when he appeared looking all fit and athletic. He told a leading magazine, “This is what I need to do for my family,” and he took the big leap of faith.

Well, it worked for Elliot, as the celebrated chef is now looking like a million bucks – all 128 pounds lighter. He went under the knife but came out on top of the world!

Kelly Osbourne – 40 Pounds – Putting Herself First

It’s not the first time we see Kelly Osbourne go through a radical transformation. Ever since she first appeared on the reality show The Osbournes, then as Ozzy Osbourne’s teenage daughter, she has lost a reported 85 pounds! Most recently, though, a strict diet and exercise regime has allowed her to drop 40 pounds and appear looking better than she ever did!

After over one year of sobriety, Osbourne has admitted to struggling with confrontation. However, she decided to put herself first and take good care of her health in this new phase of her life. Looking like a million-dollars is simply a fortunate consequence of her fresh take on life.

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!

Kirstie Alley – 75 Pounds, For Health Benefits and Career

Kirstie has seemingly transformed into the stunning babe she once was when she was setting in her 42-year-old career. How did the actress manage to do the impossible? Well, by transforming her overweight body to this gorgeousness, we can’t help but swoon over!

All thanks to a healthy diet and a strict exercise regime, Kirstie looks mesmerizing now, and ready to effortlessly break necks. Turns out an Emmy and a Golden Globe award are not the only medals she wears! When it comes to keeping a promise to her body, Kirstie is a definite winner as well.

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?

Anne Hegerty – 13 Pounds, Personal Life Struggles

Anne Hergety’s weight loss journey is quite inspiring by all means. She recently opened up about how her weight fueled her insecurities especially when it came to dating.

Nevertheless, she decided to turn things around by shedding a few pounds and even replaced her glasses with contacts. Anne admits that hitting the gym or eating less wasn’t necessary for her. Rather, she just surrounded herself with a lot of positive energy, and avoided salt for good measures. The results – a sassy diva who is more confident and outgoing, probably living her best life! We couldn’t be happier for her!

Jill Scott – 60 Pounds, For Better Health

Losing a significant amount of weight, as much as a whopping 60lbs, could seem impossible, but what do we know unless we try? Songstress Jill Scott decided to give it a shot for her health and it worked!

She achieved her goals by simply following a regular workout routine. Her exercise regime comprises full-on cardio for 60 minutes, biking/kickboxing three times a week. Most importantly, Jill is the fittest she has ever been and continues to work on reformulating her body.

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?

Celine Dion – Undisclosed, New Found Passion For Ballet

Celine Dion has been at the center of attention regarding her dramatic weight loss in 2019. When the “My Heart Will Go On” singer appeared at a string of fashion events in January looking noticeably thinner, rumors began to fly about why Celine had lost so much weight – with many believing she was suffering from an eating disorder following the death of her husband.

Many fans showed concern online, while others blamed the star for not taking care of herself. However, she finally shut down the conjecture in an interview with Good Morning America, where she revealed the reason for her weight loss was her newfound passion for ballet.

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!

Amber Riley – Undisclosed Amount Of Weight, To Be Healthier

Amber Riley is proof that anything significant starts with something small. Believe it or not, her weight loss journey began when she ditched the elevator to the stairs. Her legs sure would have been on fire, but the actress must have burned some calories – no pain, no gain they say!

The star claims she dropped two dress sizes (which is an outstanding amount of weight) just by altering her diet, by being healthy! On top of that, Amber dumped all the junk food. Is it just us who are all inspired now, or do you feel the same way?

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.

Kirsten Vangsness – 50 Pounds, Spiritual Reasons

Kirsten Vangsness had always been chubby, even as a kid. We’ve all been there, at least most of us, wondering how to shed some extra pounds. For Kirsten, it was the phase of a spiritual transition when she opted to “cleanse” herself and cut calories.

Now, the million-dollar question, how did she lose 50 pounds? Here’s the answer – the star became vegan, meaning no meat, no dairy. All hail organic food because that was a great trick, clean-eating! Along with some regular exercise added, the celebrity came down to 150lbs from 200lbs. Apparently, a strong will is all that it takes!

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