13 Celebrities Who Have Lost Weight and Kept It Off
Miranda Lambert – Diet & Exercise
Country singer Miranda was overweight for most of her life, but not anymore. The charismatic female singer switched to a healthier lifestyle which helped her become a size 6. Natural weight loss is always admirable, but Miranda admitted that she did not give up on two of her favorites: vodka and Cheetos.
Lambert made her first steps towards a slimmer body after breaking up with Blake Shelton, and in February 2019, she tied the knot to her sweetheart Brendan McLoughlin, who’s an NYPD officer. In July 2019, Lambert released a new song called It All Comes Out In The Wash.
Jennifer Ellison – Diet
As soon as she had ended her modeling career, Jennifer Ellison packed on some extra pounds, which she was fighting for years to get rid of. After she followed countless diets without results (including the Atkins diet), the Brookside star tried the Cambridge Diet, an extreme diet plan where daily meals shouldn’t exceed 800 calories.

Judging by the right photo, the results turned out to be impressive, don’t you think? Ellison has yet to book a new role but she did just appear in a movie called Sleeping Beauty back in 2018.
Kelly Rowland – Diet & Exercise
Like many women, famous or not, former Destiny’s Child singer Kelly Rowland put on some weight during her pregnancy. When her child was born, Kelly went back to working out, enlisting the help of a personal trainer and going on an 80/20 diet – 80 percent healthy food, and 10 percent whatever you feel like eating.

It seemed to have worked since she lost 70 pounds in 4 months! Rowland is a busy woman these days because she was able to release a new EP called The Kelly Rowland Edition and she was also cast in the show called American Soul.
Kaley Cuoco – Yoga & Healthy Diet
Although she’s never actually needed to lose weight, Kaley Cuoco did so to feel healthier. We got to see her transformation on a weekly basis since she acted in The Big Bang Theory for 12 years! Kaley eventually started paying attention to what she’s eating and made sure never to skip a yoga workout.

Today, she looks as stunning as ever, and she’s going to be starring on The Flight Attendant series, which she’s also going to produce. Kaley divorced Ryan Sweeting in 2016, and two years later, she exchanged vows with Karl Cook, a professional equestrian.
Kelly Clarkson – Organic Diet
Kelly Clarkson’s image has changed a lot, especially since she gave birth twice in recent years. She got famous in 2002 after she won the first season of American Idol. Since then, people have fallen in love with her character as she never shied away from telling off her body-shamers. The songstress just always embraced and loved herself.

In 2018, however, we couldn’t help but notice how thinner Kelly looked! After a brief interview with Extra, she revealed that she had switched to a completely organic diet. In 2020, she filed a divorce from Brandon Blackstock, hosted the Kelly Clarkson Show, and became a coach on The Voice.
Lizzo – Lost 60 Lbs
The American singer Lizzo is well-loved for numerous reasons. Apart from her chart-topping songs and her flute virtuosity, she is a champion of the body positivity movement that has been stirring up conversations on the internet. Although Lizzo is against all forms of body shaming, she divulged on Instagram that she is attempting to reduce her weight and adopt a healthier way of living.

True to her words, Lizzo was able to lose an impressive 60 pounds by being mindful of what she ate and exercising regularly. There is nothing complicated about the “Good As Hell” singer’s transformation, but it was definitely successful!
Rachael Ray – Regular Workouts and Balanced Diet
Even when she carried a few extra pounds, Rachael Ray was a treat for the eyes. The 52-year-old is an American television star, best known for her long-running Food Network show 30 Minute Meals, and the syndicated program, The Rachael Ray Show.

Recently, Ray stunned her spectators by flaunting her new figure, which was 40 pounds lighter. According to Style Craze, all credits of her weight loss went to, well, herself. Why? Because she worked extra hard on cardio and strength training and even kept her taste buds at bay by following a balanced Mediterranean diet. As you can tell, her sacrifices have paid off well.
Anna Gunn – Pilates
Anna Gunn’s most famous role, the wife of teacher-turned-druglord Walter White in Breaking Bad, brought with it vicious attacks on her by angry fans of the show. So the actress’s weight gain during the final season of the show inspired many malicious comments on social media.

Anna later explained that both her weight gain and subsequentl weight loss were because of medications she took, and not overeating and diet. Gunn still acts these days and she actually just appeared in a new TV movie in 2019 called Deadwood: The Movie.
Keely Shaye Smith – Diet & Exercise
Keely Shaye Smith, Better known as Keely Shaye Brosnan (Pierce Brosnan Wife), is a former glamour model and a journalist, author, television host/correspondent. As the years progressed, Smith started gaining more and more weight. However, she hasn’t tried to slim down dramatically.

Maybe the fact that Pierce stated that he likes his wife’s present image has something to do with that! Smith doesn’t make that much on-screen appearances anymore but she is known for producing and directing a documentary back in 2018 called Poisoning Paradise which managed to bag some awards.
Roseanne Barr – Gastric Bypass Surgery

Roseanne Barr is an actress who became widely known for being the lead star of the sitcom called Roseanne. Barr is almost unrecognizable now as she looks like cut in half. The sitcom star decided that she was done with her unhealthy lifestyle when she hit 350 lbs. on the scale.
She had a gastric bypass surgery and began taking diet pills called Garcinia Cambogia. Her diet also includes food rich in nutrients from then on. Though her show Roseanne got a revival series in 2018, it was later canceled due to a very controversial tweet she made.
Wendy Williams – Diet & Exercise
Wendy Williams – a radio host best known for having feisty arguments with celebrities on the radio show, switched to television shows. Everybody noticed that she is becoming thinner with every new appearance. Williams said that she follows balanced diets and goes to the gym every day.

With her weight loss regimen, she lost 50 pounds and now looks fantastic! Recently, she stated that losing weight was the best decision of her life, as she no longer had to worry if she looked good in the clothes she wore. Williams can still be seen hosting her own talk show as of today.
Amber Riley – Diet & Exercise

Amber Riley, who became very popular after being cast as one of the main stars of the show called Glee, has always been confident about her appearance. But after a visit to her doctor prompted her to follow a healthier diet, she has managed to drop two dress sizes.
Perhaps she could have lost more weight by going under the knife, but she decided to simply cut down on junk food and see where it gets her. Riley had a role in a movie called Nobody’s Fool back in 2018 and she is currently set to appear in the new movie, Southland.
Tyra Banks – Diet & Exercise
After being criticized for her appearance and being overweight, supermodel Tyra Banks decided to come back with a vengeance. She started with strict diets by quitting junk food and hiring a personal trainer to help her create an exercise regime suitable for her body and shape.

She began working out daily and now, she looks stunning as she was in the 1990s. Banks has been retired for so long already but she actually shocked everyone in 2019 when she got back in front of the camera again and appeared on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.
Khloe Kardashian – Diet & Exercise
Khloe comes from a family of amazing genes as all Kardashians look fabulous all the time. But Khloe seemed to have gained some extra pounds in 2015, so she put herself on a diet. She has lost 40 pounds so far with her dairy-free diet and lots of exercising (boxing, weight lifting, etc.), and the results speak for themselves.

Just look at her tiny figure now. Khloe made a ton of headlines earlier in 2019 after news broke out that Tristan Thompson, who she has a child with, cheated on her with Jordyn Words who just so happens to be the former best friend for her sister Kylie Jenner.
Rachel Frederickson – Strict Diet & Workout

Rachel Fredrickson was a winner of The Biggest Loser who stunned audiences with her appearance in the final reveal of the reality show, having dropped 155 pounds, something many nutritionists and doctors consider unhealthy for such a short period.
Losing weight without going under the knife is the entire premise of the show, which puts contestants through grueling diets and strenuous workouts to win big cash prizes. Fredrickson is back to enjoying a normal life away from the limelight these days and sources say she gets to help animals through her store called Pen’s Prints.
Britney Spears
Like any other common mortal, the pop icon also had to deal with weight loss problems. During her mental breakdown in 2007, Spears packed on a lot of extra weight but soon after, she decided to stay loyal to her low-carb diet plan and cardio workout routine.

These days, she’s reclaiming her throne as the absolute pop star body with her flawless figure. We are looking forward to listening to her upcoming album and seeing her perform while being in tip-top shape. Spears won’t be performing anytime soon because she took a hiatus in 2019 after her father became very ill.
Chrissy Teigen – Diet & Exercise

If you think that top models don’t deal with weight loss problems, you are absolutely mistaken. After giving birth, Chrissy Teigen found herself with a lot of baby weight that she wanted to lose. She didn’t opt for express diets but for a low-fat diet plan and a fitness program that included yoga and cardio workout that she followed devotedly. As you can see in the photo, she got some eye-popping results! Teigen is a full-time mom today but she still gets to spend time working. You can catch her on the show called Lip Sync Battle.
Ricky Lake – Atkins Diet
Ricki Lake started to battle her weight problem from a young age. She was abused as a child and ate more than she would have wanted so that she would be less attractive to men.

In 2007, after years of fighting depression and being overweight, Lake took some drastic measures like starving herself to lose weight. She managed to get it under control with healthy balanced diets and exercises – completing a full makeover! Lake has yet to book a new big-screen role but she did compete in The Masked Singer in 2019.
Sherri Shepherd – Diet & Exercise

After she got diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, the famous TV persona rushed into a weight loss program, as she was aware of the possible health risks due to her excess weight. The Trial & Error star has opened up about her struggles to cut off junk food and stay focused on a healthy diet plan and her intensive fitness program. She has already shed 40 pounds and admits that she feels healthier than ever! In 2019, Shepherd started appearing in a new TV series called Mr. Iglesias. Her IMDB page she will appear in a new short film called The Beast, Heroes of the Wildfire.
Renée Zellweger – Ate Only Healthy Meals

While many women strive to shed their excess weight, actress Renée Zellweger had to gain some pounds for her role in the iconic Bridget Jones Diary films. After she finished the shootings, the famous actress consulted her nutritionist for an express diet combined with her workout routine to bring back her slim figure. In 2019, Zellweger will star in Judy, an upcoming biographical film about Judy Garland’s life and career. She has also been able to make a TV comeback through her starring role in a new show called What/If.
Kate Winslet – Diet & Exercise

Kate Winslett is one of the most talented actresses in Hollywood and she is known for always speaking her mind. Recently, Kate Winslet opened up about the hardships of losing the baby weight after she gave birth and the various diets she tried to reach her desirable physique. Her weight loss program consisted of a balanced diet and intense workout routine and as we can see in the photo, she was able to reach her flawless body goal! Winslett will be starring in The French Dispatch and a new Avatar sequel.
Robbie Williams – Diet & Yoga

Robbie Williams developed body-image issues during his days with Take That, the pop band that made him famous in the ’90s. That led him to go on a diet that has lasted for 25 years, as his wife, Ayda Field, revealed. He watches what he eats and works out regularly, although he still occasionally slips and has a cake or crisps. Back in 2018, Williams was appearing on TV a lot because he became one of the judges of the most recent judges of The X Factor UK. Sadly, he won’t be returning for the next season.
Sara Rue – Consistent Workouts

Beautiful actress Sara Rue of Rules of Engagement admits that she’s always had weight issues, but when she got engaged, she made the decision to change. Her weight loss revelation? “100 percent—you can control what you put in your body”. She joined Jenny Craig and loved the simplicity, “they send you the meals, you add in your veggies, your fruit and you’re done.” In recent years, you guys might have seen Rue in shows like A Series of Unfortunate Events and American Housewife. She currently has an upcoming film called Film Fest.
Pauline Quirke – Focused On Diet

Pauline Quirke is a famous English actress who had always wanted to slim down some pounds, but most of the diets she followed had made her put back the weight she had shed. Instead of going through a gastric sleeve surgery, Quirke opted for a strict diet combined with a workout plan based on her age and desired outcome, which helped her to reach size 12 from an unhealthy size 28. Up until 2017, she was known for the role she had in Birds of a Feather. According to her IMDb page, she has no upcoming projects yet.
Drew Carey – Diet & Exercise

Famous comedian Drew Carey struggled with his being overweight for a long time before deciding to drop some pounds and changing his looks into the good-looking ex-marine he is. After he had discovered he has Type 2 diabetes and undergoing a heart surgery, he became dead serious about his health and started exercising and following a balanced diet. Going to the gym six days a week, he managed to lose around 80 pounds. Carey started hosting The Price Is Right back in 2007 and he is actually still hosting the show to this day.
Adele – Diet

Hit-maker and power voice Adele also decided to get rid of her extra pounds. The successful female singer is already showing progress sporting a slimmer figure. Her recipe is a healthier meal plan and exercising. And when we say healthier food, we mean that Adele gave up on drinking tea as well. For a Briton, it must have been particularly hard but we’re very proud that she was able to really make a change in her life. Adele hasn’t released any new music for years but she apparently has a new album that will be coming out in the last quarter of 2019.
Josh Peck – Diet & Exercise

The once- chubby teenager who conquered our hearts in Drake and Josh, decided to get rid of his baby fats. Like a real Hollywood star, Peck hired a personal trainer to help him lose his pounds with a strict diet plan and exercising. A weight-loss surgery was out of the question for the actor. It was reported that Peck will star in Bukowski, an upcoming biographical film about the renowned writer directed by James Franco. Peck’s most recent projects were his guest role in Fuller House and his voice role in Lego Star Wars: All-Stars.
Drew Barrymore – Followed Kimberly Snyder’s Diet & Exercised

Drew Barrymore looks impressive after admitting she lost 20 pounds. She credited her show, Santa Clarita Diet, and character, Sheila, for helping her shed the pounds. “It came sort of a moment in my life where I had sort of let myself go due to personal circumstances, and I thought, ‘I could come alive with Sheila,'” she told TODAY. Previously she said, “I followed Kimberly Snyder’s methods, but I added some protein like fish and chicken since she’s all vegetarian or vegan.” But it wasn’t easy! “I still am dreaming and crying about pizza,” the mother of two admitted.
Forest Whitaker – Became Vegetarian & Exercised

Forest Whitaker is now 80 pounds lighter than he used to be. How did The Last King of Scotland star do it? The Oscar winner went vegetarian and cut out fatty foods like ice cream. It is a very effective strategy – most people who want to shed some pounds just switch to lean meats. Eliminating meat altogether makes room on your plate for more filling, low-calorie vegetables. In 2019, Whitaker will be starring in a new TV show called Godfather of Harlem. He also has two upcoming films called Jingle Jangle and A Fall from Grace.