These celebrities have lost weight and are now living healthier lives – and we’re excited!
Melissa Joan Hart, Lost 40 Lbs
American actress, director, and producer, Melissa Joan Hart, lost 40 lbs in a matter of weeks and then proudly showed off her progress by posting pictures of herself in a swimsuit all over social media. The star from Sabrina, the Teenage Witch revealed in an interview that diet supplements helped her a lot in her weight loss journey.
Melissa is the mother of three kids and had put on massive weight during her pregnancies, but luckily she partnered with a health and weight loss project for advertisement and lost all the excess weight. Now, the actress is motivated to maintain her current figure, as staying healthy and in shape is her ultimate goal!
Jennifer Ellison, Lost 42 Lbs
Looking at before and after photos of Brookside actress Jennifer Ellison’s weight loss journey is truly a wonder. So how did she do it? Jennifer has lost around 42 pounds since she started eating healthier and becoming more physically active.
A big part of Jennifer’s fitness success came from joining a fitness television program in 2017. She and other participants had to detox from processed food, liquor, sugar, and other unhealthy food items. The celebrity also continues a strict fitness regimen to stay in shape. She’s recently posted on social media how she amazingly went from size 18 to 10 in just three months.
Alison Hammond, Lost 28 Lbs
When Alison Hammond discovered her weight had reached 280 lbs, she made a vow to overhaul her lifestyle. Her dream weight is 168 lbs, but she admitted she’d be over the moon if she sheds at least 60 lbs. Hammond became a household name in Britain after joining the third series of Big Brother.
She’s best remembered for being the second housemate to be evicted from the house. Her weight loss journey began after she hired a trainer and regularly shared her workout routines online. The celebrity also made some dietary changes and even became an ambassador for Weight Watchers UK.
Angela Deem, Lost 100 Lbs
For fans of the reality series 90 Day Fiance: Happily Ever After?, Angela Deem’s weight loss journey is a familiar topic. It was featured in the show how much the reality star wanted to shed some pounds. So naturally, many became curious about the status of her quest for a lighter body.
Deem kicked-start the weight loss process with gastric bypass surgery, which was successful, and fans witnessed her get slimmer before their eyes. Months after the first few pounds lost by the star, she has now lost a whopping 100 lbs. On top of her slimmer body, the famous “meemaw” reportedly also had some cosmetic surgery done.
Gemma Collins, Lost 56 Lbs
After being heartbroken in 2019, Gemma Collins decided to love herself more instead. This move resulted in her getting over 50 pounds off her weight, and the reality star couldn’t help but feel more confident showing off on social media.
Gemma managed to get in shape through a workout that included cardio and weight lifting. The former The Only Way Is Essex star also committed to a clean diet and avoided snacking. Gemma looks stunning now, and though she’s busy filming her series of Gemma Collins: Diva Forever & Ever, we hope she soon finds love again.
Mark Labbett, Lost 138 Lbs
The popular star of “The Chase,” Mark Labbett, apparently could host a masterclass about weight loss in addition to being a skilled quizzer. He made a complete transformation by losing an incredible 138 pounds. Although he says he achieved this by doing small yet essential things, a big thumbs up has to go to his personal trainer—his golden retriever, Baloo.
Taking care of his dog put him on a routine of doing more physical activity because he regularly walked him around the field. He remained a prominent chaser in 2021 episodes of the “Beat The Chasers” gameshow.
Suzanne Shaw, Lost 56 Lbs
We can all agree that gaining weight is not a pleasant experience for most people. After giving birth to her child, Suzanne Shaw put on so much weight that she was unrecognizable (almost) not just to the fans but also to herself. The former Hear’Say star told the audience that she burst into tears after looking the “biggest she’s ever been.”
Suzanne shared a gorgeous snap on social media with an emotional caption describing her awe-inspiring journey. The secret to her incredible weight loss was a complete lifestyle change. She did everything, from running, going alcohol-free to following a plant-based diet and meditation.
Jessie Wallace, Lost 42 Lbs
Whatever the “EastEnders” star Jessie Wallace is doing to keep herself at a size six after once being up to a size 14 has to be a secret worth writing a book about. After noticing that she wasn’t comfortable with her weight on “Strictly Come Dancing,” she decided to make some strict changes to her diet plan that has worked wonders.
Wallace was perhaps the perfect size when she was initially offered a food-loving chubby role in the stage drama “Stepping Out,” but she certainly can’t get such roles again. In 2021, Wallace continues to play her famous role as Kat in “EastEnders.”
Linda Robson – Lost 42 Lbs
The tremendous effect that Linda Robson achieved from her weight loss quest is highly commendable because the actress had to take on some challenging rules to achieve her desired result. One of those rules was the need for Linda to ditch wine to stay accountable.
During an interview, the TV panelist revealed that her motivation to lose weight was driven by a health scare tied to reckless eating. The journey started when a fellow panelist on Loose Women lured her into engaging in a sugar-free diet. Fast forward 18 months, and she lost 42 lbs.
Lorraine Stanley, Lost 14 Lbs
There are numerous weight-loss regimens available, and no single recipe will work for everyone. Lorraine Stanley found the best diet for her after trying several, and as a consequence, she lost 14 pounds in just six weeks. She was also fortunate to have a weight loss expert friend who assisted her.
Lorraine eliminated chocolate as well as all other harmful foods such as chips and other snacks. In addition, she cut carbohydrates from her everyday diet. The most important aspect is that Lorraine has stated numerous times that she appreciates the process and the outcome.
Jane McDonald, Lost 56 Lbs
English singer/songwriter and actress Jane McDonald has undergone a truly remarkable weight loss transformation. Back in 2018, fans couldn’t help but notice how Jane looked very slim, and she revealed that she has managed to lose as much as 56 pounds!
The television personality revealed that she changed her diet, including drastically reducing her sugar and carb intake and avoided drinking. Jane also said she successfully lost the extra pounds and maintained her weight by replacing all her junk food with healthier and fresher snacks like organic nuts.
Kaley Cuoco, Lost 6 Lbs
The power of healthy eating and regular exercise does the weight loss magic for many people, and so was the experience of Kaley Cuoco when she set out to lose some pounds. The star also revealed that her tremendous result demanded hard work and dedication, and she was all up for it!
Even though Kaley started with a method that didn’t work for her, she stayed consistent till she found her preference. The actress substituted running for regular gym drills with the help of her trainer George King; she also preferred eating fish to meat. Within three months, Cuoco lost 6 pounds.
Catherine Tyldesley, Lost 112 Lbs
Former Coronation Street star Catherine Tyldesley looked beautiful before; now she looks even more gorgeous after losing a lot of weight. When fans asked Catherine what pushed her to drop the excess weight, she pointed out several things, two of which are her lack of energy and breathlessness whenever she walked up a flight of stairs.
There were no tricks or secrets; the soap opera star educated herself about nutrition, or simply put, she switched to a healthy diet. It’s awe-inspiring how Catherine was able to transform from a size 22 to a size 8.
Mo’Nique, Lost 100 Lbs
The Oscar-winning comedian, Mo’Nique was in the news for dropping more than 80 pounds! She thanked her family for keeping her motivated during her weight loss journey. Mo’Nique, during an interview, said that going through such a major body transformation requires absolute control, willpower, and diligence.
In 2018, the actress shared an emotional heart-to-heart video chat with her fans about her weight loss quest. And in her social media posts, Mo’Nique shared her off-shoulder pics for her followers. She celebrated it as an impressive fitness milestone that she always fantasized about achieving!
John Goodman, Lost 100 Lbs
Television actor John Goodman has one of the most remarkable weight loss stories in Hollywood. John used to weigh almost 400 pounds. When he realized this was not a good path, he made some significant changes to his lifestyle and has since lost 100 pounds.
John gave up drinking, eating sugary foods, rehashed his diet, and hired a personal fitness trainer to help him work out. He still adheres to a strict meal plan of lean meats, vegetables, fruits, and protein shakes. John also stays active by working out six days a week. Now that’s commitment!
Mariah Carey, Lost 30 Lbs
Mariah Carey, the iconic singer, had gastric sleeve surgery in the autumn of 2020 and has shed 30 pounds since then. She is on a specific healthy diet and is exercising every week after her operation, inspiring her fans to follow her lead.
Mariah gained 70 pounds after she had her children, but the artist was able to come back to her original weight in some time. She also tried standard dieting and exercise before the operation. Although the singing sensation has always looked fantastic, no matter how much she weighed, Mariah now feels at ease in her skin.
Ricki Lake, Lost 130 Lbs
Did you ever wonder what the “pleasantly plump” Tracy Turnblad from Hairspray would look like if she lost all that weight? Well, wonder no more! Actor and former talk show host Ricki Lake has since shared her struggles with weight loss, and she has been victorious.
Ricki first reduced her size at age 24 when she lost over 100 pounds, only to gain it back after quite some time. Eventually, the celebrity managed to lose and maintain a healthy size, and now remains at a delicate 120 lbs and intends to stay there for a long time.
Brian Baumgartner, Lost 50-100 Lbs
Remember the episode of The Office where everyone participated in a weight loss challenge? It probably inspired actor Brian Baumgartner, who plays Kevin Malone in the show, to lose weight in real life. Although the actor did not share his weight loss story, fans noticed how he looked slimmer after the show ended.
There is no way to tell whether he slimmed down for a role, his upcoming wedding at that time, or simply a choice to live a healthy lifestyle. Whatever it is, Baumgartner is looking happier and healthier these days, and we can’t help but be happy for the star.
Kimberly Walsh, Lost 42 Lbs
People have varying reasons to lose weight; sometimes, it is based on a doctor’s instruction, and other times, it’s the need to shed the baby weight. As for Kimberly Walsh, there was no pressure involved – the multi-talented woman willingly decided to lose the few pounds she added after the birth of her child.
Kimberly consumed meals high in protein to control her calorie intake, and it featured chows from SlimFast, for which she is a brand ambassador. Furthermore, the 39-year-old prioritized working out under the guidance of her trainer.
Khloe Kardashian, Lost 60 Lbs
Khloe Kardashian is one of the few people who point out the effect of losing weight slowly. We know this because the socialite has been a great motivation to women struggling to be confident due to excess weight. Besides all that, Khloe’s TV show, Revenge Body, has affected many people in a positive way.
It’s not surprising that Khloe seamlessly toned up post-pregnancy; we can bet it’s because she understands her body, and only requires sticking to a routine to shed the extra pounds. In an interview, the mother of one revealed that regular exercise and dieting helped her lose a significant amount of weight.
Charlotte Crosby, Lost 41 Lbs
She has a diet book and best-selling DVDs to her name, yet Charlotte Crosby admits she still tries to pinch herself to believe she’s an “actual fitness guru” today. Well, who better to preach about weight loss than someone who went through the journey, right? Before losing a little more than 40 lbs in 2014, the former Geordie Shore star was not in her best shape.
Crosby made a life-changing decision to eat well and exercise, and now she has to keep all the excess weight off. What’s her secret to staying on track? Having a cheat day or two!
Laura Norton – Lost 42 Lbs
Living a healthy lifestyle is undoubtedly one of the primary game-changers for anyone on the path to tone up on excess weight gain. We ought to start by researching what works for us and act on it intentionally.
Laura Norton embarked on what some people wouldn’t dare to implement when setting out to shape up; even though it took her three years to hit her weight loss goal, she eventually enjoys how she feels. Some of the things the actress did were to change her environment, create motivation for herself and rule out fizzy drinks from her diet.
Kym Marsh, Lost 5 Lbs
We are aware that Kym Marsh is a big fan of exercise, but for whatever reason, she stopped paying attention to herself and going to the gym. After some time, the actress put on a few pounds, which eventually stirred up media trolls.
In a bid to rediscover herself and get in shape, the Coronation Street star had to understudy her body metabolism and followed that up with a keto diet and a 20 minutes workout routine. Thanks to her dedication and resilience, she forfeited 5 pounds of body weight in 10 days.
Claire Sweeney, Lost 56 Lbs
Most overweight people have one common obstacle when they are trying to slim down – they love to eat! That was Claire Sweeney’s most significant hurdle as well before she finally lost 56 lbs. The Brookeside actress admitted that she loves to drink wine and indulge in restaurant cuisine.
She decided to lose weight when a former co-star of her bluntly told her she was fat. Getting rid of her bad eating habits plus a SlimFast Plan helped Sweeney reach her weight loss goal. The actress also exercises a lot, an activity she shares on her social media account.
Melissa Joan Hart, Lost 40 Lbs
American actress, director, and producer, Melissa Joan Hart, lost 40 lbs in a matter of weeks and then proudly showed off her progress by posting pictures of herself in a swimsuit all over social media. The star from Sabrina, the Teenage Witch revealed in an interview that diet supplements helped her a lot in her weight loss journey.
Melissa is the mother of three kids and had put on massive weight during her pregnancies, but luckily she partnered with a health and weight loss project for advertisement and lost all the excess weight. Now, the actress is motivated to maintain her current figure, as staying healthy and in shape is her ultimate goal!
Monica Michael, Lost 70 Lbs
The X Factor star Monica Michael publicly revealed her weight troubles in an interview. She had tried many different diet plans but to little avail, and it was only after Monica fitted a gastric band that she lost 70 lbs and became slimmer. Fans love her post-gastric-band pictures on social media and have followed in her footsteps.
It is a common misconception that people can eat whatever they want after gastric band, but the actress spoke about her strict post-surgery diet on a morning show. She cut a large portion of carbs from her diet and adopted an extensive workout routine.
Rachel Frederickson, Lost 155 Lbs.
Rachel Frederickson hit the internet by storm when she participated in the fitness competition The Biggest Loser. The show saw many contestants’ transformations over the years, but none of them was as unbelievable as Rachel’s. Her original weight had gone up to 260 pounds, which she brought down to 105 pounds.
The secret behind the weight loss was six hours of rigorous exercise every day and minimal food intake. As a result, she won the show but lost 60% of her body weight, which wasn’t very healthy as her BMI went down. So she gained back 20 pounds on her doctor’s recommendation after the series ended.
Davinia Taylor, Lost 42 Lbs
Davinia Taylor rose to fame after she played party girl Jude Cunningham in Hollyoaks. After her mother passed away in 2008, she abandoned her diet; her grief caused her to turn to food, especially carbs and sugars. The actress attributes her weight loss to biohacking and not “dieting.” Biohacking refers to lifestyle changes to improve one’s overall health.
When Taylor guested on This Morning, she pointed out that some ingredients in food make people sadder, like vegetable oil that she says aggravates depression. The TV star wrote all the information she’s gathered about food and her weight loss journey in her book, It’s Not A Diet.
Emma Thompson, Lost 17 Lbs
Emma Thompson has been bothered by the size of her lower extremities for years. Finally, in 2017, Emma shared her secret to getting the body she wanted after dropping two dress sizes.
The Nanny McPhee actress praised Louise Parker’s The Method diet, which isn’t a diet. Parker designed the paid program to target stress management, sleep patterns, exercise habits, and balanced food choices. Instead of telling clients only to eat greens and stuff, she lets them indulge in their favorites in moderation. This approach certainly worked for Emma, and she looks stunning!
Ferne McCann, Lost 21 Lbs
Life in the reality TV world gave Ferne McCann more fame, but it also pushed her to live an unhealthy lifestyle. As a result, the model struggled both physically and mentally. Thankfully, Ferne got back on her feet, and she managed to get rid of over 20 pounds of her weight.
As a single parent, the former The Only Way is Essex star relied on 10-minute workouts and making healthy food choices to get fit. She also included getting enough water and sleep as vital parts of her everyday routine. To share her success, Ferne launched her six-week program designed for busy moms. Her story is indeed inspiring, and it’s great that she’s helping others, too!
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