20 Times Famous Celebrity Weight Reduction Transformations Caught The Public’s Attention
The path to weight reduction can be long and arduous, especially for those who live in the media spotlight.
No matter how inspired someone is to shed pounds and get fit, the path can be long and arduous, especially for those who live in the media spotlight while doing so. However, there are many famous celebrities’ weight loss stories that are incredibly inspiring, as they remind us of what we, as individuals, are capable of when we put our minds to it.
Don’t get it wrong: everyone should be the size that makes them feel the most satisfied. But for some of these celebrities, that means going to the gym and changing their diet (or even having surgery), and many of them have sincerely stayed focused and put in the effort.
We’ve seen numerous celebrities lose weight over the years, whether it’s for a movie role or for personal reasons. Adele’s recent transformation has caused people to take a second look when they see her on stage, but she’s far from the first celebrity to do so.
Jordin Sparks lost more than 50 pounds a few years ago. In an interview, she stated that after her health deteriorated, she resolved never to feel that way again and began taking “baby steps” toward a healthier lifestyle.
Continue reading to learn how some of our favorite celebrities lost weight, as we’ve compiled a list of 20 famous celebrity weight loss transformations.
1. Adele says that she works out "two to three times a day" and even admitted that she had become "addicted"
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He says that his transformation is all thanks to getting a good night's sleep every night and finding a diet that worked for him.
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He tells the Daily Mail that he whipped himself into shape and lost more than 50 pounds all because “he was worried he could lose his wife, Tana, if he didn't.”
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4. Tyler Baltierra shared the below progress photo in 2018 as he revealed that he went from 208 lbs to 165 lbs!
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5. 'Mama June' Shannon
She lost 300 pounds between the time she starred on Here Comes Honey Boo Boo and now. Fans watched as she underwent gastric sleeve surgery to help her shed pounds, which she showed off in a new red dress.
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6. Snooki
Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi has come a long way since she dropped over 40 pounds after giving birth in 2012.
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7. Jordin Sparks
The singer lost more than 50 pounds, stating that her health was in bad shape. She decided never to feel that way again and started living a healthier life.
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8. Ryan Lochte
The Olympic swimmer shared these before and after photos on Instagram, revealing two months' worth of progress as he prepared to compete once again.
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9. Joe Giudice
When the star was released from ICE in 2019, he looked much different on his daughter's Instagram Story. It seemed that Joe got in shape while he was being detained.
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10. Jenna Jameson posts before and after photos like these, where she encourages her followers to find motivation and happiness
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11. Kevin Smith
The director took his health seriously after he had a heart attack in 2018. He utilized Weight Watchers to shed the pounds and often shares photos like this on his Instagram.
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12. Jonah Hill
In 2017, Jonah stated that diet had everything to do with the weight he lost, and he consulted a nutritionist who advised him on what to eat.
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13. Chris Pratt
After gaining weight for his role on Parks and Recreation, Chris Pratt had to lose some pounds for Guardians of the Galaxy. He achieved this with three to four hours a day of consistent workouts, which led to him dropping 60 pounds in just six months.
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14. Jimmy Kimmel
Dr. Oz told him that he needed to get healthy, and that was exactly what Jimmy needed to hear to get started. He even tried intermittent fasting, and he says it’s working for him.
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15. Miranda Lambert
In 2017, she revealed that she lost 20 pounds through portion control and regular workouts.
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16. Kirstie Alley
She lost 100 pounds while competing on Dancing With the Stars in 2011. This was due to her organic diet plan, which finally worked for her.
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17. Rebel Wilson
She told Women's Health that she lost over 70 pounds by “eating a high-protein, low-calorie diet while also learning how to keep her mental health in check.”
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18. John Goodman
He told ABC News that he lost more than 100 pounds through the slow and steady method.
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19. Jessica Simpson
The fashion mogul lost 100 pounds while working with celebrity trainer Haley Pasternak. She was mindful of what she was eating and took 14,000 steps a day to create a “sustainable new lifestyle change.”
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20. Amy Schumer
The comedian shared pictures of her new figure, revealing and admitting that she had liposuction.
There have been many celebrity weight reduction stories lately, and they are certainly motivating us to go to the gym regularly. Many of them appear to be very pleased with the way they prioritized their well-being, and we absolutely adore seeing how satisfied they are now as a result.
We’re sure you have a lot to say about staying fit and healthy. Please share your thoughts in the comments section.
