These Celebrities Impressed The World With Their Weight Loss Stories
You probably know this already, but it is not easy to lose weight at all. This is not the sort of thing that can become true in the blink of an eye! One needs to have focus, dedication and will power to make it happen. Naturally, this process will take time. You might not know it, but this is also true for celebrities. It turns out that we all deal with the same thing when it comes to health and fitness. We hope that these weight loss stories will inspire you to work out and eat properly for your own health!
Christina Aguilera
This diva was 35 years old when she dropped around 50 pounds. In 2012, she received a lot of backlash about her curvy physique. Honestly, we have no idea why they were criticizing her for it. She looks good to us either way! At any rate, she lost a significant amount of weight and received good press for this.
Christina Aguilera
Bubba Sparx
There was a time when Bubba Sparx weighed as much as 290 pounds. Around that time, he made up his mind to change his lifestyle so that he can lead a happier and healthier life. A friend helped him with his goals. The rapper started to work out on the regular after this. As you can see, his hard work paid off.
Bubba Sparxx
Melissa McMcarthy
Even though this actress recently made us all laugh with her great impersonation of Sean Spicer, her first claim to fame had been taking on the role of Sookie in Gilmore Girls. We love her for her sense of humor and acting chops! Aside from this, she was also in the news after losing 50 pounds.
Melissa McMcarthy
Janet Jackson
Unless you have been living under a rock for a long time, you must already know who Janet Jackson is. We really doubt that an introduction is necessary here. If you think otherwise, that’s on you. She earned a spot on the list for her successful weight loss journey. She was able to lose more than 60 pounds!
Janet Jackson
Carrie Fisher
We are sorry if this only made you sad! You are not the only one who is still heartbroken over the loss of Princess Leia. At any rate, we should all aspire to be like Carrie Fisher in more ways than one. The actress supported a healthy lifestyle, so you should definitely consider following in her footsteps!
Carrie Fisher
50 Cent
Are you surprised to see 50 Cent on the list? Aside from being a talented rapper, he has also dipped his toes into acting in the past. As a matter of fact, he was very dedicated to the roles that he played. As a testament to that, he even lost 60 pounds for his cancer patient role in All Things Fall Apart.
50 Cent
John Goodman
In the past, John Goodman was known for his pretty big stature. However, things have changed a lot for the Roseanne actor over the years. For one thing, he decided that it was time to make some changes after he reached a weight of 400 pounds. He has been able to lose an incredible 100 pounds since then!
John Goodman
Adele
This is one news story that you probably heard. There was a time when Adele was on the chubbier side of things. The incredibly talented singer has since lost a lot of weight. If you want to do the same thing, it might come in handy to know that she watched what she ate and cut out sugar from her diet.
Adele
Kirsten Vangsness
Are you a fan of Criminal Minds? If you just said yes, you probably already know that Kirsten Vangsness plays an FBI Technical Analyst called Penelope Garcia on the show. At one point, she started to eat healthily and work out. You only need to take a lot at the photo to see how far she has made it!
Kirsten Vangsness
Beth Smith
Best known for her appearance in a reality TV show called Dog the Bounty Hunter, Beth Smith shed some weight and turned heads. In case you are not familiar with her, she was the fifth wife of Duane ‘Dog’ Chapman. At the age of 51, she passed away after a battle with cancer on June 25, 2019.
Beth Smith
Susan Boyle
This singer wowed every single person watching Britain’s Got Talent with her voice in 2009. What inspired her to watch her weight was a Type 2 diabetes diagnosis. After making certain changes to her lifestyle, she was able to lose 30 pounds. We are glad to hear that she chose to do it for her health!
Susan Boyle
Chumlee
Any fan of Pawn Stars can tell you just how funny this guy is! The reality TV show follows a crew running a pawn shop won’t be the same if it did not have Austin “Chumlee” Russell. He teamed up with his best friend and colleague Corey Harrison in his quest to get fitter. The plan clearly worked well!
Chumlee
Gabourey Sidibe
The star made a name for herself with her great performance in a film called Precious. It is hard to believe that it was her debut role. The actress used to have a pretty big figure in those days, but she has since undergone weight-loss surgery to shed some pounds. In fact, she continues to lose weight.
Gabourey Sidibe
Reza Farahan
The Shahs of Sunset star hit his lowest point upon finding out that he was overweight. It was a good thing that he found the determination to change things when a friend asked him why he had given up on life already. This was the motivation that Reza Farahan needed to get back into shape. On his fitness journey, he was able to drop 40 pounds in total.
Reza Farahan
Celine Dion
Good luck looking for someone more talented than Celine Dion in the music industry. It is hard to go up against someone so accomplished! To this day, people continue to listen to her “My Heart Will Go On” from Titanic. After her husband passed away, the actress started to shed some pounds. She is not aiming to lose more weight, but we really think that she is fine the way she is here.
Celine Dion
Kirstie Alley
A lot of people have noticed just how much and how often Kirstie Alley’s weight would go up and down. According to the Jenny Craig spokesperson, she has lost about 50 pounds in her fitness journey by now. This is no laughing matter! We bet that the actress has taken great pains to reach her current weight.
Kirstie Alley
Kim Kardashian
Just so you know, Kim K puts in a lot of work at the gym. “When it comes to booty and legs, we usually work out for an hour and a half to an hour and 45 minutes,” said Melissa Alcantara, her trainer. “You want to work out efficiently and be smart about it.” Not only that, but Kim also follows a healthy diet. “I live a healthy life and try to eat as plant-based as possible and drink sea moss smoothies,” she said.
Kim Kardashian
Tom Cruise
This is truly like looking at two different people. 59-year-old Hollywood star, Tom Cruise has got fans asking too many questions. “Could he be going through some kind of life-changing event?”. To be honest, we are not exactly sure what the story is, but we definitely can’t wait to find out. He is also looking pretty good for his age, don’t you agree?
Tom Cruise
Tyra Banks
When it comes to supermodels, Tyra Banks is definitely one of the greatest. Of course, it helps that she is naturally pretty. She has served as a big inspiration to a lot of people, but not only for her good looks and brutal honesty. If you ask us, there is something inspirational about her weight loss journey too!
Tyra Banks
Chrissy Metz
According to the star, she did everything to slim down. As a matter of fact, her American Horror Story: Freakshow contract even said that she had to lose some weight! She did not have much of a choice here. She had to battle low energy and depression, but she went on to lose over 100 lbs!
Chrissy Metz
Khloe Kardashian
Recently, Khloe did a promo of Revenge Body, her weight loss show. She said that her family told her that she needed to slim down. The reality TV star took to Instagram to document her progress as she embarked on the quest. She posted a photo to show what she looked like before and after losing 40 pounds. Her breakup with Lamar Odom was another motivation for her. The caption said, “If you were to ask me five years ago if … I would be an inspiration to many others, that I would be the push that others needed to find their way. I would’ve laughed in your face. Me? The chubby one? No way!”
Khloe Kardashian
Jorge Garcia
At one point, Jorge Garcia of Lost fame came to the decision that he needed to lose some weight. In order to make this come true, he decided to switch to a healthier lifestyle. The actor went vegan and started to add regular exercise to his daily routine. As you can see, his plan worked for him.
Jorge Garcia
Jonathan Antoine
It is hard to believe just how different Jonathan Antoine from Britain’s Got Talent looks. Has it really only been a couple of years between the two photos? If you ask us, he looks great. He switched to a healthier diet and started to live a generally healthier lifestyle. Maybe we should do the same thing!
Jonathan Antoine
Rebel Wilson
The Australian actress made it big in the world of Hollywood with her hilarious portrayal of Fat Amy in Pitch Perfect. However, it might not be accurate to use the fat descriptor anymore. Thanks to exercise, she has since lost 13 pounds. She remains curvy, but the important thing here is that she is happy in her own skin! Good for her.
Rebel Wilson
Mariah Carey
It is not exactly a secret that Mariah Carey is hard to beat in terms of talent! Aside from her singing voice, the diva is unrivaled when it comes to stage presence. At the moment, the musician has been able to lose 70 pounds. It might not have been easy, but she looks amazing! You go, girl.
Mariah Carey
Rosie O’Donnell
It is hard for us to remember the time before Rosie O’Donnell was a household name. Sadly, this means that the comedian has been getting flak for her weight fluctuations for the same period of time. But her haters have not been able to say anything about her weight loss. She has recently dropped 70 pounds.
Rosie O Donnell
America Ferrera
Just so you know, America Ferrera did not start her weight loss journey by counting calories. She did not do it for the sake of adhering to the demands of society. The actress embarked on this journey because she wanted to feel more comfortable in her own skin! In the end, it helped her stay focus on her goal.
America Ferrera
Al Roker
Best known for his work as a weatherman, Al Roker once weighed as much as 340 pounds. At the moment, he weighs far less than that after undergoing a gastric bypass procedure. We daresay that looks better than ever after losing 190 pounds. He wrote a book about his journey if you want to know more.
Al Roker
Adam Richman
In case the name does not ring a bell, Adam Richman served as the host of Man Vs. Food. He is no longer a competitive eater, however. We are so glad that he decided to do what is best for his health! The actor switched to a vegan lifestyle, which has helped him lose a sizable amount of weight.
Adam Richman
Shonda Rhimes
If you are a fan of Shondaland, you would know that anything is possible in a TV show if Shonda Rhimes is the person behind it. She says that her kids have served as the inspiration for her weight loss journey. Through intense workouts and a strict diet, she is on her way to reaching her goal of losing 130 pounds.
Shonda Rhimes
Jennifer Hudson
Singer Jennifer Hudson decided to rely on Weight Watchers when it came to her goal of losing weight. It turned out to be the right thing for her to do! As you can see, it had been an effective move. Aside from that, J.Hud has also claimed that she was able to stay on course by staying away from junk food.
Jennifer Hudson
Drew Carey
Drew Carey never fails to make the show entertaining for the viewers. The current host of The Price Is Right was able to leave us all speechless after losing so much weight! According to him, he was able to lose all that weight through exercise and diet. On top of that, he says it cured his diabetes!
Drew Carey
Ruben Studdard
Do you want us to jog your memory a little? If you are not familiar with Ruben Studdard, he is an actor and musician. He made it big when he won the second season of American Idol. The singer was also nominated for a Grammy Award in 2003. He has since lost around 112 pounds, which is no mean feat.
Ruben Studdard
Chris Pratt
We are sure that you have not missed the fact that Chris Pratt has lost weight and changed the way he looks! There was a time when he was on Parks and Rec in the role of Andy Dwyer. He is no longer chubby like he used to be! In fact, he now has a body fir to play a Marvel superhero.
Chris Pratt
Christian Bale
It is not hard for us to believe that Christian Bale is one of the biggest Hollywood stars on the planet. After all, he is a hard-working guy who is always dedicated to his roles. He is willing to undergo intense diets and training regimens if that is what a job calls for. Can you believe that he starred in both The Machinist and Batman Begins?
Christian Bale
Alec Baldwin
When Alec Baldwin found out that he was prediabetic, he decided that he needed to do something about it. After the diagnosis, he started to look into a weight loss program. It is good that he is looking out for his health! We are proud of him because the comedian has lost 30 pounds or so since then.
Alec Baldwin
Star Jones
There is no shortage of celebs who rely on gastric bypass surgery to shed some weight. It was also the path that Star Jones decided to take once she reached 307 pounds. At that weight, she was morbidly obese! The procedure helped her start her fitness journey, but she kept it a secret for a long time.
Star Jones
Zach Galifianakis
In 2014, Zach Galifianakis decided to do something that a lot of people won’t even consider. He decided to put on a brave face and quit drinking! The actor has managed to stave off 50 pounds since then. If you have the willpower to follow in his footsteps, it might be time for you to do the same thing.
Zach Galifianakis
Jordin Sparks
Can you believe that Jordin Sparks managed to drop 50 pounds in only 18 months? However, she decided to take things slowly. After all, she did not want to subject herself to suffering in order to reach her weight goal. It is good to hear that she did not neglect her mental health while going on this journey.
Jordin Sparks
Jonah Hill
You probably recognize this funny guy from movies such as 21 Jump Street, The Wolf of Wall Street, and Superbad. This actor continues to shock people by losing more and more weight! This is quite a big difference from what he used to look like, but we daresay that he is looking pretty sharp. We bet that you will agree with us on this.
Jonah Hill
Mama June
If you need any inspiration for your own fitness journey, let yourself be motivated by the story of Mama June. After all, the reality TV star has managed to shed off 300 pounds! How did she do such a thing anyway? Well, she has explained that it is all thanks to exercise, portion control, and a healthier diet.
Mama June
Oprah Winfrey
Easily one of the most successful people in the world of show business, we admire Oprah Winfrey for a lot of things. She is powerful, successful, and talented! On top of these, we have something else to add to the list now that she has lost more than 30 pounds. The talk show host looks amazing if you ask us.
Oprah Winfrey
Seth Rogen
This actor-comedian has sure come a long way! Can you believe that this is the same guy that we first saw on Freaks and Geeks? Aside from acting, he has also worked as a director, writer, and producer in the past. He has managed to lose 30 pounds in his efforts to reach his weight goal.
Seth Rogen
Jessica Simpson
When she had to lose the weight from her pregnancy, Jessica Simpson followed an exercise and diet regimen. The singer managed to reach her goals by doing such a thing. In case you did not know, you do not always need to do something complicated to lose weight. Short and simple might be the way to go!
Jessica Simpson
Miranda Lambert
Let us find out how Miranda Lambert lost nearly 25 pounds. The country singer looks great, so you might want to do follow in her footsteps. According to her, she lost all that weight by keeping an eye on what she puts into her body and working out with Bill Crutchfield, her personal trainer. Looking good, girl!
Miranda Lambert
Nicole ‘Snooki’ Polizzi
The world first got to know Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi for her time on Jersey Shore. Just so you know, she has since left the party scene. She is now busy looking after her two children! She has since dropped a hundred pounds and continues to lose weight. Her fitness journey is clearly not over yet!
Nicole ‘Snooki’ Polizzi
Drew Barrymore
We have always loved Drew Barrymore! How can you not like someone as lovely and sweet as she is? At the age of 40, the actress was able to slim down by 20 pounds. She has explained that she accomplished this feat by introducing more protein to her meals. What an interesting strategy. We can’t wait to try it.
Drew Berrymore
LeAnn Rimes
It looks like LeAnn Rimes is totally dedicated to her journey to lose weight. After all, the reality TV star works out on a daily basis! She seems to like mixing it up. Among other things, she runs, boxes, and weight trains to keep herself active. We do not know about you, but her dedication is truly inspiring.
LeAnn Rimes
Carrie Underwood
After giving birth to her son, Carrie Underwood gained around 30 pounds. The country singer was able to take it off in no time, however. The American Idol winner managed to do such a thing by sticking to her consistent yet fun workouts. It turned out to be an effective and quick way to slim down.
Carrie Underwood
Melissa Joan Hart
You must have seen Melissa Joan Hart in Melissa & Joey, Clarissa Explains It All, and Sabrina the Teenage Witch in the past. The star decided to lose weight with the help of Nutrisystem. It looks like this was the right thing for her to do. She has since shed 40 pounds. Good job!
Melissa Joan Hart
Sam Smith
It turns out that Sam Smith is actually “Too Good With Goodbyes.” In 2017, the musician was able to get rid of 50 pounds! He took to Instagram to talk about his journey. “Amelia Freer has helped me lose over a stone in two weeks and has completely transformed my relationship with food…It’s not even about weight loss it’s about feeling happy in yourself,” the caption read. He practices yoga and weight training.
Sam Smith
Kelly Osbourne
Do you remember Kelly Osbourne from The Osbournes? The British singer and TV star made it to our list because she was able to lose 50 pounds in her fitness journey. Not only does she look great, but she has gained more self-confidence as well! We are delighted to hear that it has this effect too.
Kelly Osbourne
Adam Richman
This is one entry that you no one expected to find on this list. Who would have thought that the guy from Man vs. Food would ever embark on a journey such as this one? Adam Richman has turned his life around. He was able to lose 70 pounds by going vegan, eating healthy, and working out.
Adam Richman
Perez Hilton
Born Mario Armando Lavandeira Jr., the “Queen of All Media” has also made the cut. Perez Hilton is best known for his celebrity gossip posts, but he recently hit headlines as well. It is pretty impressive to hear that he has lost 70 pounds or so over the years! Needless to say, he is looking better than ever before.
Perez Hilton
Amber Riley
This actress impressed all of us when she played Mercedes Jones on Glee. How did she lose so much weight anyway? If you ask Amber Riley, she is going to tell that you that hard work was what it took. We do not doubt that she worked hard to get where she is now. The results speak for themselves!
Amber Riley
Renee Zellweger
Do we really need to introduce someone this famous to you? Fine, we are willing to humor you. Renee Zellweger is best known for starring in the Bridge Jones’s Diary movies. She had to put on some weight to play this role. As a matter of fact, she was asked to consume 4,000 calories per day for the project! Over the years, she has tried a number of weight loss regimens. They have all worked for her!
Renee Zellweger
Ricky Gervais
When Ricky Gervais decided to lose weight, he did not go about it on his own. No, the English comedian teamed up with Jane Fallon, his partner. Together, they were able to lose 40 pounds! How impressive is that? As with most things, teamwork helps when it comes to working out. Time to look for a gym buddy!
Ricky Gervais
Jerry Ferrara
Best known for playing Turtle on Entourage, Jerry Ferrara dropped a lot of weight. He did this after his doctors told him that he should be ready for many issues in the future unless he changed his lifestyle! The actor listened to them and lost 55 pounds. This might be your cue to do the same thing.
Jerry Ferrara
Abby Lee Miller
From size 24, Abby Lee Miller was able to go down to size 16! How did the Dance Moms star do such a thing? The answer to this question would be a lap-band procedure. We are impressed to hear this piece of news even though she had to go about it in a pretty unconventional way. Good for her!
Abby Lee Miller
Wendy Williams
After losing an incredible 50 pounds, Wendy Williams has not looked back since. The talk show host has achieved such a feat by sticking to a weight loss plan that involved a healthy diet. “I did it on my own and I love it because I no longer have to do that fight with clothing,” she said. It took her three years!
Wendy Williams
Tom Arnold
According to Tom Arnold of True Lies fame, he put on some weight when his wife was pregnant. To be specific, he gained 70 pounds! When she gave birth to their son, he knew that it was time for him to change this. He did exactly what he said he would and went on to lose a hundred lbs.
Tom Arnold
Kevin Smith
In 2015, Kevin Smith made an announcement that shocked a lot of people. He let everyone know that he lost 85 pounds! He has managed to shed that weight by following a healthy lifestyle. From the look of things, his plan clearly worked. We are sure that he does not want to go back to where he was before.
Kevin Smith
Jill Scott
Can you guess how Jill Scott managed to lose almost 70 pounds? If you said biking and boxing, then you are correct! The singer-songwriter prefers to stick to a more diverse exercise regimen. We bet that it is not only more effective, but it must also be even more fun! Keep this in mind, ladies and gents.
Jill Scott
Ricki Lake
If you ask Ricki Lake how she lost more than a hundred pounds, the TV presenter will tell you that her “new routine” proved to be effective. It is no joke to do such a thing, so she must have worked very hard for it. Can you believe that she used to be a size 24? She has since slimmed down to a size 6.
Ricki Lake
Queen Latifah
Another proof that the Jenny Craig program works is none other than Queen Latifah. She has clarified, however, that her goal was not “about getting skinny.” When she talked to People, she explained, “My intention was to lose five to 10 percent of my body weight because it makes a difference with health-related issues, and I achieved that goal in a couple of months.”
Queen Latifah
Jason Segel
Whoa! The guy who brought Marshall to life in How I Met Your Mother is also on the list. He reached his weight loss goal in a healthy manner. Let us hear what he had to say about it. “I’ve just been living healthy, exercising, eating right — no more midnight pizzas,” the actor told US Weekly. Good for him.
Jason Segel
Soleil Moon Frye
After the Punky Brewster actress had her fourth kid, she was determined to lose the weight that she put on while pregnant. “I feel amazing. I have been so fortunate to be blessed with four beautiful children,” she explained when interviewed by E! News. She went on to say, “I want to be an active part of their lives and make sure that they see me taking care of myself. After I had Story, I turned to my friends at Nutrisystem to help me lose the baby weight and it worked once again!”
Soleil Moon Frye
Randy Jackson
When this American Idol judge found out that he had Type 2 diabetes, he knew that he had to make some changes. Randy Jackson weighed almost 350 pounds back then. He started to eat healthily and underwent gastric bypass surgery. The results have been great for him! After all, he managed to shed 100 pounds this way.
Randy Jackson
Hilary Duff
We do not know about you, but we will always love Hilary Duff no matter what she looks like. Of course, we are a little biased since we have admired her ever since she was a child star. At any rate, she works hard to retain her figure. However, she does not want to appear “perfect.” She explained, “Obviously, I care about how I look, and I care about taking care of myself and being in a good mental place, and working out really helps that, but I also like to eat food and drink drinks and enjoy my life.”
Hilary Duff
Russell Crowe
We have another A-list star who is willing to lose and gain weight for the sake of his job. Russell Crowe is actually quite an expert when it comes to this. After he gained weight to work on Nice Guys, he worked hard to lose the extra pounds. He was able to shed 55 pounds. Not bad at all!
Russell Crowe
Chaka Khan
Can you believe that Chaka Khan has been in the entertainment industry for five decades now? Whoa. She got her start by doing the lead vocals for a funk band called Rufus. She is now known as the Queen of Funk! Her accolades are quite impressive as well. She is now living a vegan lifestyle. This talented woman went with this diet to combat her Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure.
Chaka Khan
Rob Kardashian
Another member of the Kardashian clan makes it to the list. This TV personality works as a businessman as well, you know. Aside from that, Rob was the runner-up of the 13th season of Dancing with the Stars! In 2015, he found out that he was diabetic and reflected on his lifestyle. He has changed his ways since then. It turns out that he has a chef who only whips up healthy meals for him. Among other things, he downs green juices and protein shakes, works out in the morning, and goes to bed at 10 PM.
Rob Kardashian
Kyle Massey
Our list has another Disney child star in the form of Kyle Massey! The Cory in the House and That’s So Raven star left the set of Dancing with the Stars 18 pounds lighter. This is what he told the folks at People: “It’s crazy to think you’re going to come into a competition like this and not lose weight with the hours you’re going to have to put in.”
Kyle Massey
Raven Symone
Kyle Massey is not the only That’s So Raven star on our list! Raven Symone was able to lose 70 pounds in 2011. However, she has said that she loves her body no matter what it looks like. She even told People, “I could look in the mirror and see me at 200 lbs or 135 lbs and I’m still the same person.”
Raven Symone
Dr Dre
Wow, who said that you can no longer good when you are out of your prime? His net worth of $500 million is not the only thing admirable about Dr. Dre. He is now in his fifties, but he has still managed to lose 50 pounds. He has said that he was able to lose weight and build muscle through cardio exercises.
Dr Dre
Rachel Frederickson
There had been some controversy around Rachel Frederickson in 2014. That was the year she won The Biggest Loser. During the final weigh-in, she weighed 105 pounds and looked too skinny. Two years later, she admitted that she had been “a little too enthusiastic” about losing weight. At the moment, she is leading a low-profile life.
Rachel Frederickson
Angie Stone
Not a lot of people can claim to have three Grammy nominations to her name, but Angie Stone sure can. Aside from being a recording artist, she has also worked as an actress and producer. Why is she on the list? When she learned that she was diabetic, she used diet pills in an effort to lose the extra pounds.
Angie Stone
Sara Rue
For some time, Sara Rue had a hard time dealing with her weight, but she has been working hard and is now seeing results! To this day, she has lost around 50 pounds. On top of that, she is also a Jenny Craig spokesperson. She has also partnered with Takeda, a pharma company, to promote safe weight loss.
Sara Rue
Graham Elliot
In 2014, this celebrity chef announced that he had already lost 150 pounds. Mind you, he is still going at it! At nearly 400 pounds, his doctor suggested that he undergo a gastric sleeve. This is an operation that will reduce your stomach to the size of a banana and does not inhibit digestion. Aside from this, Graham Elliott exercised on the regular and followed a proper diet. His health has since improved!
Graham Elliot
Chaz Bono
Wow, Chaz Bono has dropped 85 pounds by following a regular exercise regimen and a healthy diet. After his gender transition, his body image has seen an improvement. He said that it helped him live healthier. At one point, he said, “I’ve cut out, you know, 99 percent of grains from my diet,’ he revealed. ‘I pretty much eat vegetables, meat, fruit, nuts … My birthday is the one day of the year I’ll do cake.”
Chaz Bono
Aretha Franklin
In 1956, Aretha Franklin made her debut and shocked the music scene with her singing voice. Known as the Queen of Soul, she also blew everyone away with her significant weight loss as well. She made up her mind to get her health in check after several health concerns. She passed away on August 16, 2018.
Aretha Franklin
Kevin Liles
This music exec is another celebrity who lost weight by getting gastric bypass surgery. A lot of people could not believe just how different he looked after the procedure. He looked like a new person! Kevin Liles has since committed to a healthy lifestyle. He is now eating better and exercising on a regular basis.
Kevin Liles
Lauren Alaina
When Scotty McCreery was declared the 2011 American Idol, Lauren Alaina was declared the runner-up. Most of her weight loss has something to do with her body image issues and bulimia. However, her family and friends stepped in to rally behind her after her eating disorder got worse. We are just glad to hear that she is now doing better and on her way to recovery!
Lauren Alaina
Paul Wall
After his gastric sleeve surgery, Paul Wall was able to drop 130 pounds. He did not do it alone as his wife joined him on this weight loss journey! The talented musician buys organic produce, juices the veggies, exercises on the regular, and goes out for walks in their neighborhood. It sounds easier than it really is!
Paul Wall
Ronnie Ortiz
After Ronnie Ortiz got sick, he put on some weight. Not that long ago, the Jersey Shore star let his Instagram followers know, “I really let myself go after I got sick last year. It’s been a long road. I am nowhere I want to be shape wise, but I feel better than I ever did.” After he felt better, he decided to follow a regimen of “Weight, cardio and abs 5-6 times a week” to get back on track. It clearly worked!
Ronnie Ortiz
Al Sharpton
Over the past couple of years, the Rev. Al Sharpton managed to drop a considerable amount of weight. From 305 pounds, he slimmed down to 129 pounds. “Around 2006, my youngest daughter Ashley poked me in the stomach and said, ‘Dad, why are you so fat?’ That kind of hurt my feelings. I grew up in civil rights and politics, so I’m pretty thick-skinned, but when your daughter says it, I started being conscious,” he shared. After this incident, he switched to a healthier diet and started to work out more.
Al Sharpton
Paula Deen
We all know that Paula Deen is a great cook, but amazing recipes are not the only thing that she can teach us! In 2009, the Queen of Southern Cooking found out that she had Type 2 diabetes. This was the moment that she realized that she could no longer live her life like that. She was not keen on the idea of dieting, so she started to go on the treadmill on a daily basis. She eventually changed her diet as well.
Paula Deen
Penn Jillette
Known as the talking half of Penn and Teller, Penn Jillette used to say that losing a hundred pounds would take magic. Fair enough, he did lose a lot of weight pretty quickly. At any rate, he has admitted that he feels better after slimming down. Aside from eating “whole plants,” he also gave up sugar, added oil, refined grains, and animal products.
Penn Jillette
Rachael Ray
It is no secret that Rachael Ray can make delicious meals in the kitchen! However, she has since become an inspiration to people thinking of losing weight. In 2009, the celebrity chef underwent throat surgery to get rid of a cyst. This served as a pivotal moment for her. After that, she started to exercise six times a week. On top of that, she went on a Mediterranean diet. The results look terrific.
Rachael Ray
Rick Ross
According to Rick Ross, finding balance had been the most important thing on his quest to lose weight. “It’s all about the balance to me,” he informed ABC News. “I wanted to balance myself but still enjoy the things I love so if I lost weight one year, the next year it wouldn’t be right back on me.” While he follows a healthy diet and works out on the regular, he still treats himself every now and then!
Rick Ross