Chaz Bono - 85 Lbs - Working Out & Dieting

Known for his appearances on Dancing with the Stars and for being Cher's firstborn son, Chaz Bono has gone through a lot of changes throughout his life. Born as Chastity Sun Bono, he made the transition into a man in 2008. But lately, he's been going through a different kind of change.

Bono's 85-pounds weight loss started in 2012 and is still a work in progress. Back then, Bono was badly impressed by the number on his scale: a worrying 250 pounds! But with hard work and determination, the American actor/writer has been getting closer and closer to his ideal weight.

Jessica Simpson - 100 Lbs - 14,000 Steps a Day

Jessica Simpson was always a beautiful woman. But the female symbol struggled with the weight she gained after being pregnant and found it tough to get back to her old, healthy self. Fortunately, she counted with the support of personal trainer Harley Pasternak.

Proving that weight loss is all about the numbers, Pasternak devised a program in which Simpson was supposed to walk a minimum of 14,000 steps per day. And the result is there for all to see. Simpson looks as good as ever now that she has got rid of those annoying extra 100 pounds.

Jorge Garcia - 30 Lbs - Diet & Exercise

He's known from Lost and Hawaii Five-0. But in recent years, Jorge Garcia's been making headlines for his renovated, healthier appearance. The actor dropped 30 pounds and is now looking best than ever. And all it took was a dramatic change in lifestyle...

Garcia used to struggle to contain his eating habits, as well as his love for alcohol. But when he decided to commit to exercising daily and eating more responsibly, he started seeing some results. Initially, he decided to shed some weight due to a request from the Lost producers.

Rebel Wilson – 50 Lbs – Exercise

Comedian/actress Rebel Wilson has big ambitions for 2020. After declaring 2020 the "Year of health," Wilson said she wants to lose a whopping 165 pounds by the year's end. That's a huge commitment, but so far, Wilson's been doing great. She's become an exercise fanatic, and the results are showing!

From relatable comedy-girl to blonde bombshell, is Wilson about to become a new female symbol in Hollywood? So far, she's on the right path, and she's even uploaded a photo on a bikini on social media! Her secret? Exercise, exercise, and exercise. She's been doing everything from yoga, to boxing, to tire lifting, and you can see it all on her Instagram account.

Jonah Hill - Weight Lost Undisclosed - Healthy Lifestyle & Lots of Sushi

It's arguably one of the best-known weight loss stories in the world. Jonah Hill went from being that "big, funny dude" from Superbad to look like a bonafide Hollywood hunk! And it all started... with sushi? Yes, the actor is reportedly a big fan of sushi, which can contribute to a healthier metabolism.

But eating delicious fish is not enough to operate this sort of dramatic transformation. Hill was also forced to work out and to live a healthier lifestyle to get in the shape he always wanted. Now he's finally ready to join the club of the most handsome Hollywood actors!

Oprah Winfrey - 42 Lbs - Weight Watchers

Sadly, even the Gods of television sometimes have to lose weight. Oprah Winfrey is arguably one of the world's most influential women, inside and outside of the show business. But even Oprah needed some help when it came to losing weight. After being diagnosed with pre-diabetes, the American TV hostess joined the Weight Watchers program.

The Weight Watchers offer services to people looking to lose weight, and they've done a great job with Oprah. She dropped an impressive 42 pounds and got back to the best physical shape of her life. Need yet another reason to love Oprah? What about that whopping thin waist? Looks amazing!

Austin "Chumlee" Russell - 75 Lbs - Lap Band Surgery

The reality-show Pawn Stars wouldn't be half as fun if it weren't for the lovable Chumlee. But will things still work for Chumlee now that he's half the man he used to be? After undergoing a lap band surgery and dropping 75 pounds, Chumlee is looking better than ever!

Half the man only in size, Chumlee is getting lower numbers on the scale, but he's still as funny and entertaining as ever. His best-friend and Pawn Stars co-star Corey Harrison has also undergone lap band surgery. So, the two once-big pawnshop bros are now one of reality TV's most iconic skinny duos. Funny how things change.

Wendy Williams - 50 Lbs - Lipo, Tummy Tuck & Healthy Lifestyle

After making a name for herself on the radio, Wendy Williams got a chance to work on a couple of TV shows, such as The Wendy Williams Show. Since television is a more visual art than radio is, it made sense that Williams decided to make some changes to her body. But how did she do it?

For a start, she started eating healthily, giving up on all the meat, and following a mostly vegan diet. She also got some help from the doctors and underwent two plastic surgeries: a lipo to get rid of annoying extra fat, and a tummy tuck to say goodbye to the ugly "hang" in her stomach.

Al Roker - Over 100 Lbs - Gastric Bypass Surgery, Diet & Exercise

The weather is always changing, and so is the weight of Al Roker, America's favorite weatherman. The lovable Today weather guy dropped over 100 pounds after undergoing gastric bypass surgery back in the early 2000s. But when his mother got sick, emotional issues led him to gain 40 unwanted pounds back.

But Roker's extra weight, just like heavy rain, went away after a while. Showing great determination, Roker cut on the 40 extra pounds and got back to his ideal weight by following a ketogenic diet. The result is lovely, so let's hope Roker can take control of his weight this time around.

Kelly Clarkson - 37 Lbs - Organic Diet

Ever since becoming the first-ever American Idol winner, American singer-songwriter Kelly Clarkson has never fallen back into anonymity. That's why fans were so excited about her dramatic 37 pounds weight loss. But to Clarkson, her impressive body transformation was never "about the weight."

Clarkson was looking for a healthier lifestyle and chose to follow the instructions of a nutrition book called The Plant Paradox. By merely changing her regular diet to an organic diet, she was able to get back to the slim figure she used to be known for. No need for working out!

Adele - 48 Lbs - Healthy Eating Habits

When you can sing the way Adele does, it doesn't matter if you weigh more than you should. But to the British diva, it was essential to have a healthier and more elegant look. So, she decided to give up on all the toxic foods and stick to the good stuff, like whole foods and natural green juices.

Forty-eight pounds later, the influential singer can finally rock a black dress with the same confidence she delivers an emotional ballad. She looks like a completely different person, but she remains as stylish and inspiring as ever.

Gabourey Sidibe - 150 Lbs - Weight Loss Surgery

With Precious, American actress Gabourey Sidibe proved there should be a place for big women in starring roles in the Hollywood industry. She made a significant impact with a lifechanging performance, and she did it not because of her weight, but despite it.

A symbol of the evergoing fight against body shaming, Sidibe was yet forced to deal directly with her excessive weight. Suffering from type 2 Diabetes, the actress underwent a weight loss surgery and had her stomach's capacity reduced by 80%. She lost 150 pounds after the operation and has recently worked on the show Empire.

Abby Lee Miller - 100 Lbs - Gastric Sleeve Surgery

She is the star of the Dance Moms TV show, but she got a bang in her reputation after serving eight months for money laundering and tax fraud. Proving she's learned from her mistakes, Lee Miller came out of prison looking like a renovated woman.

After undergoing a gastric sleeve surgery, she appeared with 100 pounds less but gained a little bit of weight ever since. Still, Miller's looking better than ever, and she's prepared to continue doing what she does best and loves most: teaching dance moves! The emotional season 8 of Dance Moms premiered on June 8th, 2019.

Chrissy Metz - 100 Lbs - Calorie Counting & Walking

Actress Chrissy Metz has impressed viewers with her remarkable performance as Kate Pearson in This Is Us. But her contract with the show included a clause demanding her to lose weight. For Metz, this was a "win-win" situation, since the actress has always struggled to take down a few pounds.

Metz's journey is still far from over, but she's already dropped a reported 100 pounds over the years. So far, she's sticking to the basics, trying to exercise more and eat moderately. Even though Metz is working hard to live a healthier life, she's never denied that she feels fine with how she looks and that she's proud of her appearance.

Celine Dion - Weight Lost Undisclosed - Dancing

Now that's a surprising addition to our list! After all, bonafide singing diva Celine Dion was always a symbol of elegance. Still, she found the need to drop a few extra pounds, and she did so by having fun and dancing a lot. Dancing is a great way to lose weight because it increases the strength of the body as a whole.

Even though Dion has admitted that she feels better about her new look, some fans were displeased with how skinny the Canadian singer appeared to be. Some rumors of anorexic behavior started appearing online, but Dion has ensured her followers that she's feeling healthy and confident.

Christina Aguilera - 50 Lbs - Clean Diet and Working Out

Even though Christina Aguilera used to sing "you are beautiful / no matter what they say," she felt the need to work hard to drop a few pounds after appearing to be a little bit on the heavier side... And she did so remarkably! Her 50 pounds transformation is undoubtedly one of the most impressive on our list.

To make it on the small screen after a singing career filled with hit records and sold-out concerts, Aguilera followed a clean diet and workout regime and got back to the best shape of her life. At 39, the talented American singer looks better than ever!

Kirstie Alley - 75 Lbs - Jenny Craig Diet Program

In an interview with Oprah, actress Kirstie Alley said that, after a lifetime of being thin, she suddenly gained 40 pounds in one single Summer! It was the beginning of a struggle against weight gain that continues to trouble the mother of 2.

Over the last few years, Alley went through more than one dramatic weightloss transformation. But the most impressive happened between 2004 and 2007. S he lost 75 pounds after joining the Jenny Craig diet program, an expensive but scientifically proven program designed to be followed for up to a decade.

Melissa Joan Hart - 40 Lbs - Nutrisystem Weight Loss Plan

She's an American actress, producer, and director, best known for her role in Sabrina the Teenage Witch. But when Melissa Joan Hart became a Nutrisystem spokeswoman, she knew she had a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to achieve her ideal weight.

With the help of Nutrisystem's weight loss program and a little trick involving MCT oils (known for reducing appetite), Joan Hart got rid of those annoying 40 extra pounds that often stay after pregnancy. She was always a beautiful woman, but she can now rock a tight bikini with unpaired confidence. Good for her!

Kelly Osbourne - 85 Lbs - Vegan Diet & Working Out

She rose to fame after appearing in The Osbournes, the hilarious reality-show in which Kelly had the company of her little brother and charismatic parents. But since then, nothing but Kelly's punk-rock attitude has remained the same. That's what happens when you get rid of a whopping 85 pounds!

Kelly started by dropping 50 pounds with the help of a rigorous vegan diet before appearing in The Masked Singer UK. Later, she continued to eat healthily and worked out a lot to get rid of an extra 35 pounds. If you look at the pictures on her Instagram today, there's a chance you will not even recognize her.

Melissa McCarthy - 75 Lbs - Healthy Diet & Exercise

She's one of the funniest women alive and the star of many hit comedies. But there was always one thing keeping Melissa McCarthy awake at night: those few extra pounds! Luckily, she found the drive she needed to lose 75 of those unwanted pounds and get in the best shape of her life.

The difference is remarkable, and McCarthy seems a lot more confident now. She's still funny as always, but she can rock a way better red carpet outfit. To achieve this whopping transformation, the comedian dedicated herself to a healthy diet and a strict exercise regime.

Drew Carey – 80 Lbs - No-Carb Diet

He's the host of The Price Is Right but, when it came to his weight, Drew Carey always felt like something was wrong. Yet, the versatile showman and minority owner of Seattle Sounders FC said enough is enough and decided to make a lifechanging transformation.

While multiple causes for his weight loss can be found online, Carey has once revealed that it was due to a dramatic no-carbs diet. He kept off carbs to the extreme of not even eating dry crackers! But the result is impressive: an 80-pounds weight loss and a whole new, better look.

Gordon Ramsay - 50 Lbs - Controlled Diet Plan & Exercise

Most people lose weight out of love for themselves, but celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay did it out of love for Tana Ramsay, his wife of 20-plus years. A beautiful woman, Tana, was not impressed by how flabby Gordon's body looked. The TV chef didn't waste any time to meet his wife's high expectations.

As a man who knows food inside and out, Ramsay followed an effective diet plan and exercised daily to lose a reported 50 pounds. Additionally, he was able to tone his upper body to get to the best shape of his life. He's got some nice abs now!

SARAH MILLICAN - NOT KNOWN - QUITTING SUGAR

Sarah Jane Millican is a prominent English stand-up comedian who also received the comedy award for Best Newcomer at the 2008 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Sarah has been on a number of popular series, including Sarah Millican: Control Enthusiast Live, QI, and Mock the Week.

The inspiring lady revealed that the secret to her great weight loss has been picking the appropriate munchies and swapping sweet delights with healthy snacks. Her substitution of a bowl of fruit for cookies benefitted her in improving her health.

Delta Burke - 65 Lbs - Clean Diet

Celebrated sitcom actress Delta Burke knows what it's like to have her body scrutinized by an entire audience. After all, she's a former Miss Florida pageant queen! But after going past the 215 pounds and being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, Burke was forced to become her own toughest critic.

To get out of obesity and improve her health, she started eating cleanly. But things were far from easy at first... The actress lost weight very slowly, but she's managed to take an impressive 65 pounds off of the balance. Now she looks like she's ready to go back to her beauty pageant days!

Lea Michele - Weight Lost Undisclosed - Healthy Diet & Exercise

She can act, she can sing, and she can write! Lea Michele made a name for herself on Broadway before becoming a recording artist and an author, and she's always looked like a beautiful and healthy young woman. Still, she went through a dramatic weight loss that has transformed her into a supermodel look-alike.

Rocking a tight body that would look great on the catwalk, the talented Michele has revealed some of the secrets behind her weight loss. Getting a good night's sleep, ignoring the scale, and stretching out outdoors are some of the habits that have helped her to land a remarkable 10 out of 10 physique.

Rachael Ray - 40 Lbs - "Non-Diet" & Exercise

Celebrity chefs of the like of Rachael Ray spend the whole day around the most delicious food. And that makes it even more impressive when they're able to shed some weight. Just like Gordon Ramsay did, Ray has impressed her fans with a renovated appearance after cutting 40 unwanted pounds from the scale.

How did she do it? According to Ray, her secret was to exercise a lot and to follow what she called a "non-diet." In a non-diet, you're supposed to continue eating what you want, but you have to do it with moderation and with a healthier approach. It's the perfect type of diet for a celebrity chef like Ray!

Sally Struthers – Weight Lost Undisclosed - Unknown Methods

She's one of 70's TV finest, and she made a name for herself after appearing in the All in the Family sitcom. But Sally Struther's career was always tainted by her weight problems. More often than not, she was the punchline to every off-putting joke that required a reference to a "big woman."

But Struthers snubbed the critics with a remarkable acting comeback in Gilmore Girls and by getting rid of some of those undesirable extra pounds. Her weight loss story remains a mystery, though, both in regards to her current weight and methods.

Alana Thompson - Weight Lost Undisclosed - Clean Diet & Working Out

She's one of the youngest reality-TV stars in the world, and you may know her as Honey Boo Boo. 14-years-old Alana Thompson has captivated thousands of fans with her uncontainable energy and unmistakable charisma. But now she's making headlines due to her weight loss story, reportedly fueled by a new no-grease diet.

A prominent figure in the evergoing fight against body shaming, Thompson snubbed the critics after a quite noticeable transformation. She was likely inspired by the extreme weight loss story of Mama June, who dropped a whopping 300-pounds between 2016 and 2020.

ALISON HAMMOND - 28 LBS - HEALTHY DIET

The sparkling Alison Hammond is an English television personality and actress who has struggled with her weight since childhood. In an appearance with This Morning, she admitted that her mother's health issues were a major inspiration for her to lose weight.

Following her pre-diabetic diagnosis, she embarked on a weight-loss campaign to improve her health. The actress is committed to live a healthier lifestyle by making dietary changes. Alison rigorously avoids sugar consumption and goes on walks. Not only this, she dedicatedly followed a healthy diet that included more fruits and vegetables. Thanks to this crucial change in lifestyle, Hammond gradually lost 28 pounds.

Kim Kardashian - 20 Lbs - Strict Diet & Workout Routine

We don't know how she does it, but we're impressed. Kim Kardashian and Kanye West welcomed their 4th child in 2019, but Kim has managed to - once again - go back to her pre-pregnancy weight without even sweating it. Well, technically, she did sweat a lot... She followed a strict work out routine with the help of the stunning personal trainer Melissa Alcantara.

Eating healthy and exercising daily are the bread and butter of most weight loss stories, but Kim's unique ability to get rid of the unwanted pounds still makes us gasp. She said bye-bye to 20 pounds and even got a chance to improve her abs.

John Goodman - 100 Lbs - Mediterranean Diet

Every movie buff will agree: when you need a supporting actor to pull-off a memorable character, John Goodman is the man to call. He did it brilliantly in a couple of Coen brothers' movies and some comedy flicks. But in real life, Goodman has been mainly busy working on his brand-new look.

After decades of being a big man, Goodman has decided to switch to a Mediterranean diet, which is mainly based on grains, legumes, and fish. The result is so positive it's almost shocking: Goodman lost 100 pounds, and if you see him today, you will probably have to pinch yourself to believe it's him.

Roseanne Barr - 80 Lbs - Gastric Bypass Surgery

Roseanne Barr made a name for herself thanks to the highly-successful sitcom Roseanne, which got a comeback in 2018. But far from the small screen, Roseanne has been on the news thanks to her weight loss story. Overall, the actress is believed to have shed an unbelievable 200 pounds over the years.

A gastric bypass surgery, which resulted in an 80 pounds weight loss, played a big part in Roseanne's inspiring transformation. But losing weight isn't all, you also have to keep it. So, how does Roseanne do it? According to herself, it's all about sticking to the basics: eat less and move more!

CASEY DONOVAN, 79 POUNDS - HEALTHY EATING HABITS

Casey Donovan is one of Australia's most talented young entertainers, enthralling her audience and ensuring a great evening. She may also perform with her entire band if desired. She is now looked upon for her remarkable journey of getting into shape. Donovan emphasizes the importance of " real " foods rather than relying on shakes and juices to replace meals.

Her typical day on a plate includes a variety of fruits, vegetables, and proteins is the secret behind her loss of weight. Donovan claimed that her reduced figure had given her more confidence and eagerness to meet love despite quitting online dating despite abandoning online dating.

Lavell Crawford - 120 Lbs - Gastric Sleeve Surgery

Funny men come in all shapes and sizes, but comedian Lavell Crawford's shape and size were becoming a cause for worry. Inspired by his wife and young son, Crawford decided to undergo a highly-demanding gastric sleeve surgery to be "born again" as a new man.

Today, Crawford is still as funny as always, but he's doing his act in a 120-pounds-lighter body. It's a significant victory for the comedian, who was forced to lose some weight on his own before getting the operation. Now it's all about keeping that much-healthier figure, with good alimentation and some daily strolling.

Ethan Suplee - 200 Lbs - High Protein Diet & Consistent Workouts

When it comes to Ethan Suplee's exciting weight loss story, it's all about the numbers: 200 is the number of pounds Suplee was able to get rid of; 400 is the number of pounds the My Name Is Earl actor is now able to lift at the gym.

Suplee got his fans excited right away when he made it to the red carpet looking much slimmer. But now he's a bonafide jacked-up guy with the kind of muscles a young Ethan Suplee could only dream of. It's arguably one of the most dramatic transformations on our list, fueled by a healthier lifestyle, countless hours at the gym, and lots of determination.

Alison Moyet - Weight Lost Undisclosed - Healthy Lifestyle

Even though nobody knows for sure how many pounds singer Alison Moyet has dropped, one thing's for sure: she's been so successful at getting slimmer, she's now looking to get some of that lost weight back! Moyet has admitted that she now feels excessively thin...

Thanks to a healthy lifestyle, Moyet was able to move on and become much more elegant and happier. She went from a size 22 to a size 10, which is downright impressive! Her reasons for losing weight? Besides obvious health motives, she wanted to stop being looked after by the "patronizing thin." She did her job almost too well.

JO BRAND - 70 LBS - LONG WALKS & WORKOUT

Josephine Grace Brand, aka Jo Brand, is an evergreen comedian, writer, presenter, and actor. Jo initially appeared on Saturday Live, followed by The Brain Drain, Getting On, and other shows. She has also featured on numerous television and radio programs like QI, Have I Got News For You, The News Quiz, and Just a Minute.

The brilliant comedian was not always overweight. Brand started gaining that extra pound in her thirties. But, as courageous as she is, the weight never demotivated her. In fact, she used that to her advantage. After realizing that weight gain can result in health issues, she embarked on the journey of weight loss.

SHARON ROONEY - 25 LBS - IMPROVED LIFESTYLE & EATING HABITS

Sharon Rooney was born in Glasgow, Scotland, on October 22, 1988. She is a prominent actress who has appeared in films such as My Mad Fat Diary, Dumbo, and Finding Alice. Sharon left her studies at the age of 16 to pursue a career as an actress. She also appeared in the film Hector, which helped her gain widespread recognition.

Yes, her professional life has been absolutely brilliant, but her teenage life not so much. It is rumored that Rooney was insecure about her weight as a teen girl and faced teasing. After all the discouragement, Sharon motivated herself to lose weight and focus on workouts and healthy food.

LETITIA DEAN - 56 LBS - DANCE CARDIO & EXERCISE

Letitia Jane Dean, popularly called Letitia Dean, is an English actress who was born on November 14, 1967. She is best known for her portrayal of Sharon Watts in the famous BBC show EastEnders. Further, she also featured in several TV shows like Grange Hill and The Hello Girls. Dean finished fourth in the fifth series of BBC Dance show Strictly Come Dancing.

Letitia's weight loss journey is more than just a physical transformation. It's about self-love, being content, and self-assurance. Unlike every other celeb who prefers extensive diets and nearly starves themselves, this beauty did it the old-fashioned way. She lost all those pounds with simple exercise and dance cardio.

Missy Elliott - 30 Lbs - Healthy Diet & Shaun T Workouts

Make no mistake. Missy Elliott is not your typical female rapper. She's a hip-hop legend with some catchy hooks and contagious beats, and an impressive recording career that has proved to be very influential over the years. But like all of us ordinary mortals, Missy struggles with keeping her weight in line.

At least until she decided to get slimmer. She has lost 30 pounds thanks to a mix of eating healthy and working out a lot. Missy's reportedly watched a lot of Shaun T videos, which can be found on YouTube for free.

Jimmy Kimmel - 25 Lbs - 5:2 Fast Diet

In a comedy sketch called "The Handsome Men's Club," talk-show host Jimmy Kimmel can be seen in the company of some of Hollywood's hunkiest men. Eventually, he gets expelled from the club for not being handsome enough, which makes for a hilarious scene. But attractive or not, Kimmel can at least brag about having an ideal weight now.

Tired of his chubby former self, Kimmel adopted a fast diet known as 5:2. The 5:2 method consists of replacing breakfast and lunch with two protein shakes and eating nothing but a small dinner at night. It worked wonderfully and has made Kimmel look brighter and happier than ever.

Ruben Studdard - 112 Lbs - The Biggest Loser

Former American Idol winner Ruben Studdard decided to go back to television to enter The Biggest Loser contest and try to shed some of that extra weight. Known as the Velvet Teddy Bear, Studdard was not able to reprise his American Idol victory. But he has undoubtedly achieved his goal of becoming thinner.

Studdard lost 70 pounds on the show and continued living a healthier and more active lifestyle after. The result is impressive: a whopping 112-pounds transformation that has caused the Velvet Teddy Bear to lose most of his "stuffing." Studdard's latest album, Ruben Sings Luther, was released in 2018.

Zach Galifianakis - 50 Lbs - Cut Out Alcohol

The Hangover superstar Zach Galifianakis is arguably one of the funniest actors around today. But ever since he cut on alcohol, he is leaving his former chubby persona behind and looking better than ever. Aging like good wine, the 50-year-old actor is one magazine cover away from becoming a bonafide Hollywood hunk.

Alcohol is a big no-no when it comes to losing weight, and Galifianakis has proven why. Alcohol consumption leads to an increase in appetite, a redistribution of fat, and impulsive behavior. So, staying away from the booze is one of the best things you can do when you're trying to shed some weight.

Star Jones - 160 Lbs - Gastric Bypass Surgery

As one of the original opinion-makers of the highly-influential TV show The View, Star Jones knows everything about being self-assured and having strong opinions. That's why she has no doubts about calling her former self a "morbidly obese woman."

Not happy with her figure and health, Jones underwent a gastric bypass surgery, which has caused her to lose 160 pounds. It's a massive transformation for the TV personality, who is now able to rock even the most ambitious red carpet attire. She has reportedly kept thin by eating less and moving more, which is an essential moto in most of the weight loss stories on our list.

Carnie Wilson - 180 Lbs - Gastric Bypass Surgery & Lap Band Surgery

A member of the highly-successful Wilson Phillips vocal group, American singer Carnie Wilson is now almost unrecognizable. She went from a big woman to a blonde bombshell in just a couple of decades, but it wasn't easy for her to completely renovate her figure.

To get in the best shape of her life, Wilson was operated not once, but twice. The "big one" happened in 1999: a gastric bypass surgery, which caused her to drop an impressive 150 pounds. Much later, in 2012, she got a lap band surgery and said bye-bye to an additional 30 pounds. Altogether, she's a 180-pounds-lighter woman, and the result is lovely!

Jordin Sparks - 50 Lbs - Portion Control & Active Lifestyle

Rising from anonymity to stardom at the age of 17, former American Idol winner Jordin Sparks was always a beautiful and talented woman. But when she felt she needed to control her weight, she decided to tune-in to a healthier and more active lifestyle.

Thanks to portion control, a good workout routine, and a renovated mindset, Sparks was able to drop 50 pounds in just 18 months. Her crazily effective weightloss routine included daily walks, muscle-building sessions, and berries as a go-to snack. She also stayed away from carbs after 5 P.M. and fulfilled her sweet cravings by eating a delicious Greek yogurt once in a while.

Kevin Smith - 51 Lbs - Weight Watchers & Vegan Diet

With the help of the mighty Weight Watchers and a newfound love for vegan food, American director Kevin Smith was able to drop 51 pounds and is now looking better than ever. Smith made a name for himself with the comedy classic Clerks, which introduced viewers to the unforgettable characters of Jay & Silent Bob (the latter portrayed by Smith himself).

Now working on the third Clerks film, Clerks III, Smith is expected to go the studio set with a renovated confidence and a lighter mood. Looking back at young Smith, it's almost unbelievable that these two talented movie directors happen to be the same person.

Khloe Kardashian - 33 Lbs - Post-Pregnancy Diet & Strict Workouts

It's a family tradition at the household of the Kardashians. Get pregnant, gain a few pounds, have a baby, and go back to looking fantastic. These girls make it look easy, and Khloe Kardashian is no exception. She was able to drop 33 pounds after having her baby, thanks to a post-pregnancy diet and lots of working out.

We're so used to the superhuman beauty of the Kardashian ladies we don't even appreciate enough the effort that goes into looking great year after year. According to Stylecraze, Khloe's post-pregnancy diet consisted mostly of eating fruits and vegetables, with the occasional skinless chicken breast and grilled fish.

Chris Pratt  - 60 Lbs - Consistent Workouts & Healthy Diet

We've all seen Chris Pratt's incredible transformation over the years. He went from playing the part of a lazy but lovable musician in Parks & Rec to become a Hollywood leading man in Guardians of the Galaxy. And while Pratt's acting talent has been the fuel to his successful career, his dramatic 60 pounds weight loss certainly played an important role.

The most impressive thing is that Pratt's transformation happened in just six months. Preparing for his Guardians of the Galaxy job, Pratt worked out a lot (triathlon included) and followed a low-carb Paleo-style diet, completed with lots of drinking water.

Sara Rue - 50 Lbs - Jenny Craig Program

With two parents who were very active in the Broadway theater community, Less Than Perfect's actress Sara Rue was destined to work in the show business. But lately, she's been making more headlines due to her remarkable body transformation. Altogether, she shed 50 pounds with the help of Jenny Craig.

She was one of the big success stories of Jenny Craig's diet program, and she was even asked to become a Jenny Craig spokesperson right after. In 2011, she was photographed in a bikini for a Jenny Craig promotion, and her perfectly-toned super-thin body made a great impression!

Caleb Hutchinson - 85 Lbs - Diet & Exercise

Country singer Caleb Hutchinson is probably the happiest of all American Idol runner-ups. After all, he lost to his then-girlfriend Maddie Poppe, back in 2018. But the number 1 prize wasn't the only thing Hutchinson lost in the TV contest. He also said bye-bye to a reported 85 pounds.

After feeling bad about his body throughout his entire life, Hutchinson decided to live a healthier lifestyle. With the support of Poppe, he cut on all drinks and fast-food and started working out for the first time. The result was beautiful, with Hutchinson looking like a much better version of himself in the end.

Valerie Bertinelli – 172 LBS – HEALTY LIFE EATING HABBITS

At the age of 50, Valerie looks stunning, and it's hard to believe that she ever struggled with weight loss, especially after appearing in a Jenny Craig commercial. But before achieving her bikini-ready body, she weighed 172 pounds. As a cooking show host, Valerie knows firsthand how challenging it can be to shed unwanted pounds, which is why she joined a weight loss program and started consuming low-calorie foods.

In addition to her healthy eating habits, Valerie also incorporates easy exercises into her lifestyle. She sticks to old-school workouts that can be done quickly at home, such as push-ups, sit-ups, tricep dips, and 20-30 minutes of treadmill exercise per day. Valerie is honest about the physical exhaustion that comes with this journey, but she finds it rewarding. In the end, she lost almost 80 pounds and feels great about her body again. Her story is truly inspiring.

Miranda Lambert  - 20 Lbs - Cardio & Portion Control

Miranda Lambert is a talented singer-songwriter, a Texas favorite, and a former contestant of the TV program Nashville Star. Even though she never looked bad, Miranda always felt like she needed to drop a few pounds. So she started paying more attention to what she ate and working out a lot.

The secret to her remarkable 20-pounds loss involved lots of cardio and portion control. Even though some fans suggested she had undergone weight loss surgery, Lambert has assured that her transformation was 100% natural and relied on nothing but her hard work and determination.

Boy George - 66 Lbs - Custom Diet & Regular Exercise

How is it possible that, at the age of 59, unmistakable singer/fashion designer Boy George looks younger than ever? The answer is, of course, related to his weight. After years of looking slightly chubby on his many public appearances, the charismatic singer from Kent, England, decided to make some changes.

The way he did it is so obvious it makes losing weight look like something utterly simple. He stayed away from all the wrong foods and started taking walks regularly, some of which while working at The Voice. George lost an impressive 66 pounds, and he looks like he's ten years younger now.

Amy Schumer - 10 Lbs - Staying Active

It's Amy Schumer, so you know you're in for a laugh, even when we're talking about weight loss! The comedian/actress shared her 10-pounds weight loss on Instagram as a hilarious response to Jessica Simpson's post-pregnancy 100-pounds weight drop.

Even though Schumer's transformation is hardly the most impressive on our list, she completely deserves the spot for being so laid-back when it comes to her body. She's been using the hashtag #norush to refer to her post-pregnancy weight loss goals, and fans are loving it! "You are so real, and that's what we love about you most," said one of the commentators. We couldn't agree more.

Angie Stone - 75 Lbs - Healthy Eating & Exercising

Back in the '90s, singer/actress Angie Stone was all about her career. She was involved in various hip-hop/R&B groups, released solo records, collaborated with singers like Lenny Kravitz, and made her on-screen debut. With so many things on her agenda, losing weight started becoming less of a priority.

But one day, Stone knew she had to make a change. After being diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes, losing weight became a matter of life and death for the multi-talented singer. Stone chose life over death, started living a much healthier and active lifestyle, and dropped a whopping 75 pounds! Today, she looks happier and skinnier than ever.

Tom Arnold - 100 Lbs - Cardio & Non-Gluten Diet

You may know actor/comedian Tom Arnold from movies such as Nine Months and Mr. 3000. But can you recognize him now? The birth of his son inspired Arnold's weight loss epiphany. Being an overweight 55-year-old dad, Arnold decided there's no way he was going to be both a "super old dad" and a "super fat dad."

Inspired by his young son, Arnold dropped an incredible 100 pounds and now looks like a brand-new man. He did it by working out a lot, doing mainly cardio, and by focusing on a gluten and sugar-free diet.

Adam Richman - 70 Lbs - Vegan Diet

When you make a name for yourself as the host of a show called Man V. Food, there's a chance you will have to stop at a certain point... Travel Chanel's Adam Richman said enough is enough and decided to leave the show to focus on living a healthier lifestyle. And the result is impressive.

Richman dropped 70 pounds by following a vegan diet, and he's looking better than ever. But more importantly, he's a healthier, more confident man now. Quitting the 6,000-calorie burgers often seen on Man V. Food was undoubtedly an essential step towards Richman's praisable transformation.

Penn Jillette - 100 Lbs - Potato Diet

It may look like magic, but it was nothing like Penn Jillette's other illusionist tricks. To pull off this stunt, Jillette had to work harder than ever and eat lots of... potatoes? To deal with debilitating heart problems and get in the best shape of his life, the celebrated illusionist spent months replacing most of his meals for potatoes.

Other than some salad, he ate mostly potatoes and was able to say goodbye to a whopping 100 pounds. It may not be the most fascinating or appealing diet, but it worked wonders on this stage magician. He's looking like a brand-new and much-healthier man.

Sherri Shepherd - 40 Lbs - Keto Diet & Working Out

You probably know her from Less Than Perfect and The View. But did you know that Sherri Shepherd has lost 40 pounds ever since she found out she had diabetes? The American actress/comedian shared her weight loss story on social media to get that extra motivation in.

Her methods were extremely effective: she cut entirely on sugar and started following a ketogenic diet. Additionally, she worked out routinely. The result is unmistakable. Shepherd is now looking better than she ever did, and you can tell it by how confidently she strikes a pose for a red carpet picture.

Shonda Rhimes - 150 Lbs - Strict Dieting & Exercising

There's no doubt Shonda Rhimes's got the brains. She's the mastermind behind Grey's Anatomy and Scandal, two highly-successful and engaging TV shows. But now she has the perfect body to go with her creative and innovative mind.

In one of the most impressive weight loss stories on our list, the writer/producer dropped 150 pounds, and she did it all by following a strict diet and exercising. In an interview with Health, Rhimes said that people started treating her differently as she transformed into a slimmer and healthier woman. She found it "horrifying," but there's no denying she looks much better now.

Carlos Mencia - 70 Lbs - Eating Right & Exercising

Life was going great for comedian Carlos Mencia. He hosted Mind of Mencia on Comedy Central and was making a name for himself as one of the US's top breakthrough comedians. Then, he was accused of stealing jokes, and his career took a sudden left turn.

Fortunately, Mencia was able to recover from the mishap, both professionally and physically. Not taking things too personally, he focused on becoming healthier after seeing a diabetic friend have his toe amputated. The result? He lost 70 pounds by eating right and exercising a lot and now looks like a bonafide Hondurian hunk.

Paula Deen - 40 Lbs - Moderation

If you have ever picked-up a cooking book by Paula Deen, you've probably seen a lot of buttery and fat-rich recipes. There's nothing wrong about having something delicious once in a while... But make it a daily tradition and things can become problematic. That's something Deen's undoubtedly aware of, particularly ever since she was diagnosed with type 2 Diabetes.

After hearing the shocking diagnosis, Deen decided to cut on the wrong foods and practice moderation. She replaced unhealthy ingredients like mayonnaise for healthier substitutes, such as yogurt. With moderation and smart cooking, she was able to lose 40 pounds and now looks like a different woman.

Jennifer Hudson - 80 Lbs - Weight Watchers

The beautiful Jennifer Hudson made a name for herself after winning the 2004 edition of American Idol. Ever since, she's never left the spotlight, having just made it to the star-filled cast of Cats. But she left something behind ... a whopping 80 pounds she felt she didn't need!

With the help of the Weight Watchers, she started following a strict diet and living a more active lifestyle. The program worked wonderfully, and the singer/actress never abandoned her new routine, not even after hitting her ideal weight. That's how she's managed to become thin and, most importantly, stay slim.

Mark Labbett – 35 Lbs – Exercise & Diet

British TV personality Mark Labbett has made a living out of being a quizzer. He became a chaser on the game show The Chase in 2009, and has since then become known as "The Beast." But, for a man who can answer any question, Labbett was never able to get his weight right.

At least until he started dieting and exercising. The quiz-master now has the perfect body to go with his well-educated brain, all because he was able to get rid of 35 unwanted pounds. He is still "The Beast," just a more elegant and much slimmer one.

Keely Shaye Smith - 100 Lbs -  Healthy & Active Lifestyle

Being married to Pierce Brosnan, one of Hollywood's most-wanted hunks, American journalist/author Keely Shaye Smith is no stranger to the comments of the general public. Even though Keely looked like a top model back when she was younger, she put on a few extra pounds after having two children, causing many to claim she wasn't "good enough" for Brosnan.

Brosnan has always loved Keely, no matter what. But Keely has recently silenced the dumb critics by losing a whopping 100 pounds and getting back on shape. She was always a beautiful professional, wife, and mother, but she probably feels a lot better now. Her method? Easy: eat right and move around more.

Susan Boyle - 50 Lbs - Healthy Eating Habits & Working Out

It's arguably the most iconic moments in the history of Britain's Got Talent. A charming lady who looked a lot like everyone's aunt stunned the crowd by singing with the heart of a true diva. Since then, Susan Boyle got herself a new life: she became an artist, a worldwide-famous figure, and a rich woman.

But that's not everything that's changed in Boyle's life. She has also dropped a reported 50 pounds. Boyle remains true to herself even after all that's happened, but in a slimmer, healthier body. Her weight drop is a result of a healthier lifestyle that Boyle decided to adopt because of health issues related to diabetes.

Leonardo DiCaprio - Weight Lost Undisclosed - Unknown Methods

Even if someone is not an ardent admirer of Leonardo DiCaprio's movies, there's no denying that he is one of the most talented and successful actors in Hollywood. With over 25 years of experience in the entertainment industry, Leo has starred in some blockbuster films and won numerous awards like the Academy Award and Golden Globe awards.

However, this time we won't be talking about his films or awards but about his dramatic weight loss. Recently, pictures of the actor surfaced on the internet in which he looked unrecognizable. Although the reason for the actor's impressive transformation remains unknown, one thing is for sure Dicaprio looks dashing and irresistible as ever.

Kaley Cuoco - 6 Lbs - Yoga and Strength Training

Since starring as the lead in ABC's 8 Simple Rules, Kaley Cuoco has come a long way. The blonde actress is now one of the most successful and popular actresses on TV, with a whopping $100 million net worth. With her good looks and bubbly personality, it's no wonder she's become such a household name.

Moreover, with her exceptional role of Penny in the blockbuster sitcom Big Bang Theory, Kaley has achieved new heights of success. She has always been into workouts, mainly yoga, and follows a proper diet. A few years back, the actress was featured on the cover of the magazine Shape, and Cuoco looked exceptionally in shape.