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The Hollywood star lost 25 pounds (11 kg) in three months.
The British singer had this to say to Vogue about her weight loss: “It was because of my anxiety. Working out, I would just feel better. It was never about losing weight, it was always about becoming strong and giving myself as much time every day without my phone. I got quite addicted to it. I work out two or three times a day.”
Simpson took to Instagram to share that she had lost 100 pounds (45 kg).
The famous singer took a break from her hectic work schedule in 2015 and managed to lose 50 pounds (22.6 kg).
The music mogul lost about 20 pounds (9 kg). Cowell has stopped eating meat, dairy, wheat, and sugar.
The TV host lost 12 pounds (5 kg) after cutting out booze and tweaking his diet.
Clarkson has struggled with her weight for years, but after following a lectin-free diet, she managed to lose 37 pounds (17 kg).
The singer lost 50 pounds (22.6 kg) after winning 'American Idol.'
The TV host went from 208 pounds (94 kg) to around 182 (82.5 kg), using a 5:2 protocol of intermittent fasting.
'Precious' actress Gabourey Sidibe went under the knife for laparoscopic bariatric surgery, which is known to use minimally invasive surgical techniques compared to other weight loss procedures.
The American actor has reportedly lost over 100 pounds (45 kg).
The actor lost lots of weight in 2014, but put a lot of it back on for a movie in 2016. He's now back to his slimmer self.
The singer went under the knife twice. Overall, she has lost around 150 pounds (68 kg).
The American comedian, actor, and host quit drinking, cut back on carbs, and started exercising. In 2010, he lost 80 pounds (36 kg).
The country singer lost about 20 pounds (9 kg).
The 'Today' host went under the knife and it's paid off. He lost 150 pounds (68 kg), and wrote a book called 'Never Goin' Back: Winning the Weight Loss Battle For Good.'
Alley made the headlines in 2011 after she lost around 100 pounds (45 kg). Her weight has fluctuated a bit throughout the years, but she has managed to keep it on track.
The bubbly and funny actress has reportedly lost 75 pounds (34 kg).
The American star has reportedely tried a number of different diets. She does look more elegant than ever!
Khloé Kardashian reportedly lost around 33 pounds (15 kg) after having her baby, True.
The reality TV star has lost 300 pounds (136 kg) after getting gastric sleeve surgery.
The singer has lost a whopping 50 pounds (22.6 kg) by working on having a healthier relationship with food and changing their lifestyle.
The comedian, actress, and TV personality suffered a heart attack in 2012, which forced her to take her health more seriously. In 2013, O'Donnell underwent vertical gastric sleeve surgery and has since shed a lot of weight.
According to her personal trainer, the artist lost 70 pounds (31 kg) doing strength training.
Perhaps she was inspired by her mother. In 1999, Sharon Osbourne lost a whopping 100 pounds (45 kg) following lap-band surgery. Though she did remove the band in 2006.
In 2003, the 'American Idol' judge underwent gastric bypass surgery, after which he lost over 100 pounds (45 kg). In 2008, Jackson confirmed that he had type 2 diabetes.
A plant-based diet and working out seems to have worked for the actress.
After becoming a mom, the 'Jersey Shore' star changed her lifestyle, amounting to a 42-pound (19 kg) weight loss.
The rapper stopped drinking soda and eating bread, and lost a lot of weight as a result.
The comedian and actress proudly announced on Instagram that she managed to get her weight down to under 200 pounds (90.7 kg).
American lawyer and media personality Star Jones admitted to having gastric bypass surgery in 2003. She lost over 160 pounds (73 kg) in three years.
The TV host lost 50 pounds (22.6 kg) over three years. Staying active and eating less was the simple, yet effective, formula used.
The former 'View' co-host lost 46 pounds (20 kg) in 2013. A balanced diet and Zumba workouts did the trick.
The rapper had gastric sleeve surgery in 2010 and lost weight as a result.
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Celebrity chef and 'Masterchef' judge Graham Elliot underwent a sleeve gastrectomy procedure (which reduces the stomach to 15% of its original size) in 2013.
Most commonly known as DJ AM, Adam Goldstein had a gastric bypass procedure in 2003. Sadly, he passed away in 2009 from accidental acute intoxication caused by drugs.
The showrunner has dropped 150 pounds (68 kg) over a period of two years.
The late American soul, blues, jazz, and gospel singer underwent gastric bypass surgery in 2001.
The American singer and actress found fame in the 1981 'Dreamgirls' musical. It was in 1990 that she underwent gastric bypass surgery.
In the first year following her gastric bypass surgery in 2004, the award-winning singer reportedly lost over 100 pounds (45 kg).
Musician and Blues Traveler front man John Popper had gastric bypass surgery in 1999, a few years after suffering an almost-fatal heart attack.
In 2012, the former stand-up comedian underwent lap-band surgery. She has reportedly lost over 100 pounds (45 kg) since, as well as having opted for a healthier lifestyle and approach to food.
The American film and TV actor reportedly had lap-band surgery in the early 2000s. He passed away on April 15, 2020, at the age of 81.
The actress, comedian, and TV producer went under the knife in 1998 when she had gastric bypass surgery.
Reality TV star Lauren Manzo, daughter of American TV personality Caroline Manzo, underwent lap-band surgery in 2011.
The front woman of rock band Heart underwent lap-band surgery in 2002.
The British TV presenter has not always been open about her troubles with weight, but it has been confirmed that Britton did, in fact, undergo lap-band surgery in 2006.
'The Sopranos' actress had lap-band surgery in 2008 at age 23. She has since gone from a US size 20 to a size 8.
American soprano and opera singer Deborah Voigt underwent weight loss surgery in 2004.
The actor lost 60 pounds (27 kg) to play the starring role in 'Guardians of the Galaxy.' A personal trainer and a nutritionist helped him reach his goal.
The world-famous singer began to put on weight after welcoming her twins in 2011, and that led to her decision to get gastric sleeve surgery in 2017.
When she starred in 'Hairspray,' Lake weighed about 200 pounds (90.7 kg). She has dropped around 130 pounds (58 kg) over the years.
The world-renowned hip-hop producer lost 130 pounds (59 kg).
Kelly Osbourne revealed that she lost 85 lbs (38.5 kg) since the start of 2020. She had said that she was going to make self-care a priority, and she really followed through!
In January, Rebel Wilson declared 2020 as "The Year of Health" for her, and on November 29, the actress shared on Instagram that she has hit her goal, and with a month to spare! She explained, "Even though it's not about the number, it's about being healthy, I needed a tangible measurement to have as a goal and that was 75 kgs," or 165 lbs. Wilson never appeared ashamed or embarrassed about her figure before her weight loss journey, making her a fantastic example of a genuine journey to health, with the added bonus of looking glowingly happy.
Action Bronson has stunned everyone with the announcement that he has lost 127 lbs (58 kg) since March of this year, from a starting weight of 363 lbs (165 kg). What triggered his motivation was the birth of his son, as well as the roster of health issues he'd had including "prediabetes, eczema" and "asthma," he told Men's Health. His secret is no secret at all: protein, tough workouts, self-discipline, and consistency. And he looks great!
The artist has always struggled with her weight, though she has managed to lose quite a bit. Eating everything in moderation, keeping hydrated, and exercise seems to work for her.
The Oscar-winning actress and singer lost around 80 pounds (36 kg) after participating on 'American Idol.'
The Grammy-winner has lost more than 100 lbs (45 kg), and fans were shocked to see photos of her looking significantly slimmer in May 2020. Then, in October 2021, she appeared on the cover of Vogue showing off her new physique. She has since received backlash from the body positive movement, however, and speaking with Oprah Winfrey during her 'One Night Only' special on November 14, Adele said she wasn't shocked by the new wave of criticism because people have always had something to say about her weight. "I was body positive then and I'm body positive now," she said, adding, "It's not my job to validate how people feel about their bodies." She admitted she feels bad that her weight loss has made anyone feel insecure about themselves, "But that's not my job," she reiterated. "And I'm trying to sort my own life out."
Whether it's because of health or aesthetic reasons, we all like to feel good about ourselves, and sometimes that means dropping a few extra pounds. Celebrities are no exception, the difference being that their image is constantly under public scrutiny, so they have that extra pressure to look their best at all times.
'The Blind Side' star Quinton Aaron recently spoke to TMZ on February 21 about his journey to better health, and the impressive progress he's made losing nearly 100 lbs. He explained that he, like many people, gained weight during the pandemic but decided to use "the new year as a way to get a new me," which involved maintaining a healthier diet and committing to exercise. He has whittled his previous weight of 559 lbs to 462, and he said he plans to lose another 64 lbs by May 10, is in honor of his late mother's birthday.
Aaron explained that he wanted to improve his health so that he could better pursue his professional goals, which include working on his production company and music career, along with acting and his anti-bullying organization, the Quinton Aaron Foundation.
Many stars look completely different after changing their eating habits and exercising (or going under the knife). Click through this gallery and be inspired by these celebrity weight loss transformations.
Quinton Aaron and more inspiring celeb weight loss transformations
'The Blind Side' star reveals nearly 100-lb weight loss
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Whether it's because of health or aesthetic reasons, we all like to feel good about ourselves, and sometimes that means dropping a few extra pounds. Celebrities are no exception, the difference being that their image is constantly under public scrutiny, so they have that extra pressure to look their best at all times.
'The Blind Side' star Quinton Aaron recently spoke to TMZ on February 21 about his journey to better health, and the impressive progress he's made losing nearly 100 lbs. He explained that he, like many people, gained weight during the pandemic but decided to use "the new year as a way to get a new me," which involved maintaining a healthier diet and committing to exercise. He has whittled his previous weight of 559 lbs to 462, and he said he plans to lose another 64 lbs by May 10, is in honor of his late mother's birthday.
Aaron explained that he wanted to improve his health so that he could better pursue his professional goals, which include working on his production company and music career, along with acting and his anti-bullying organization, the Quinton Aaron Foundation.
Many stars look completely different after changing their eating habits and exercising (or going under the knife). Click through this gallery and be inspired by these celebrity weight loss transformations.