Nowadays, more and more people have struggled with the motivation to reduce weight, even famous people. There are many celebrities who have undergone major transformations for various reasons over the years. Some asked their doctors or weight loss specialists, some just focused on making healthy diets plan. No matter what the approach is, their results prove one thing we’re always known to be true: Consistency and perseverance do pay off.
Some well-known celebrities in the world become unrecognizable after slimming down. Their bodies become slimmer which increases their confidence in public. For example, Aldel, the "Hello" singer, surprised fans with a new snapshot on Instagram to show off her slender body or Zach Galifianakis talked about his success in losing 50 pounds.
We have compiled a list of celebrities and their weight loss transformations to inspire you to hit the gym or have healthy diets. Scroll down to see!
#1 Adela
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Adela is very private about her personal life, which makes it unsurprising that she hasn't publicly addressed her weight loss. According to the Us Weekly, the British singer hired a personal trainer and has been doing 60-minute workouts that involve cardio, circuit training, and pilates.
#2 Mama June
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You might recognize 42-year-old Mama June from “Toddlers and Tiaras” and “Here Comes Honey Boo Boo”. This star used to weigh up to 460 pounds and now she loses 300 pounds after getting gastric sleeve surgery. Since the operation, she focuses on portion control and working out whenever she can.
#3 Rebel Wilson
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By adopting a new diet and fitness routine, Rebel succeeded to lose 60 pounds. The actress also hits the gym six to seven days a week focusing on cardio, strength training, and mobility. She shared: “I’m just trying to go for overall balance”.
#4 Kelly Osbourne
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When it comes to famous people who succeeded in losing weight, we cannot ignore Kelly Osbourne. She said that she opted to have gastric bypass surgery in 2018, resulting in an 85-pound drop. She told the People: “It is the best thing I have ever done”. Now, she continues to exercise, eat a nutritious diet, and cut out alcohol.
#5 Jordin Sparks
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After snagging the American Idol title, Jordin Sparks lost 50 pounds. She focused on healthier choices instead of trying to become a certain size. She started walking more and exercising with a trainer. She totally kept an eye on portion size.
#6 Zach Galifianakis
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Zach Galifianakis, the famous Hollywood actor has lost over 50 pounds since his big break on the Vegas-themed comedy. He credits his weight loss to cutting out the alcohol. He shared: “I started walking a bunch and gave up booze. Bozze, I was done it”.
#7 Khloe Kardashian
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In Khloe Kardashian’s family, she was considered a chubby member so she always felt unconfident about her body. After the latest scandal with Tristan Thompson, she lost 40 pounds. Khloe had revealed to People magazine that she went on a dairy-free, low-carb diet.
#8 John Goodman
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John Goodman experienced significant weight fluctuations throughout his career. His first step to weight loss was cutting out alcohol. Now he just eats healthy food such as lean meats, fruits, and veggies. He’s lost more than 100 pounds.
#9 Jennifer Hudson
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Jennifer Hudson’s weight loss journey began in 2010 after the birth of her son in 2009. Hudson lost about 80 pounds and went down from a size 16 to size 6 within a year. Her motivation behind her weight loss journey was her son. She shared: “I’m a mother and I have a life that’s in my care and someone that looks up to me. That’s help me see in a whole other light in a different way”.
#10 Christina Aguliera
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As a successful singer and host on “The Voice”, Christina Aguilera shared she was not able to prioritize herself, so she decided to gain some weight. When she took time to focus on herself, she started eating salads, shrimp, celery, and blueberries. In time, she lost 50 pounds.
#11 Melissa Mc Carthy
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Melissa McCarthy is best known for her roles in “Gilmore Girls” and “Mike and Molly”. Before she lost weight, she weighed around 207 pounds. Right after her weight loss that occurred between 2018 and 2020, Melissa McCarthy's weight loss became a sensational headline in the news. Some fans believed her weight loss choice had to do with living a healthier and risk-free life.
#12 Jimmy Kimmel
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Growing up in a big Italian family, Jimmy Kimmel said he had always struggled with portion control. By 2010, Kimmel’s physique had ballooned to 208 pounds which made him down. Then he decided to take control by going on an extreme diet. The 54-year-old comedian lost over 25 pounds, and now maintains a weight of around 182 pounds.