Top 30 Celebrities with the Most Dramatic Weight Loss – Before and After

Whether it was through surgery, fitness, medication, or a complete lifestyle change, these stars have made headlines for shedding serious pounds and have opened up about what it took.

Weight loss is never one-size-fits-all, and for these 30 celebrities, the journey has been anything but simple. From health scares to personal breakthroughs, each transformation tells a different story — some rooted in discipline, others in vulnerability, and many in years of hard work.

30. Whoopi Goldberg – Before

At 68, Goldberg is looking healthier and lighter than she has in years. She joked that she's lost "two people" worth of weight and shared that a shot helped her along the way — though she didn't reveal which one.

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29. Christina Aguilera – Before

Aguilera has dealt with intense scrutiny over her weight for most of her career, especially after moving out of her teenage years. Now in a stronger place, she says time and maturity have helped her tune out the noise.

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28. Kelly Clarkson – Before

Clarkson has gone through an incredible weight loss transformation, crediting it in part to a shot she takes for underlying health issues. While she didn't name the medication, she clarified it isn't Ozempic but something similar that helps break down sugar.

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27. Jonah Hill – Before

Hill has undergone a noticeable weight loss and used his journey to fuel something deeper. After years of navigating Hollywood while being judged for his size, he's channeled those experiences into more personal and meaningful creative projects.

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26. Lizzo – Before

Lizzo has taken a holistic approach to her weight loss, focusing on both physical and emotional well-being.

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25. Kathy Bates – Before

At 76, Bates is looking slimmer and more vibrant than ever. In a recent interview with Drew Barrymore, she shared that her diabetes diagnosis and the loss of her father motivated her to take control of her health. The changes she’s made have clearly paid off.

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24. Khloé Kardashian – Before

Once known as the bigger sister, Kardashian has reclaimed her image by making fitness and health a central part of her life. She lost nearly 40 pounds with help from her trainer and has been candid about how that shift changed how she's treated.

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23. Rosie O'Donnell – Before

O'Donnell has dropped a noticeable amount of weight and recently opened up about what helped. In an Instagram post, she called Mounjaro a "[lifesaver]," crediting it as a key part of her transformation.

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22. Missy Elliott – Before

Elliott faced a difficult battle with Graves' disease, which caused severe weight loss and took a toll on her mental and physical health. But she's come through it strong, and these days, she's looking great and staying focused on taking care of herself.

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21. Melissa McCarthy – Before

McCarthy is another star who's undergone significant weight loss over the years, but her transformation — often shared on her Instagram — hasn't just been physical.

She's spoken openly about the deeper journey — learning to feel confident, let go of harsh self-judgment, and embrace what makes her feel beautiful.

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20. Mo'Nique – Before

Mo'Nique has lost 100 pounds over the years and has been open about her struggles with emotional eating. She's shared candid reflections on her journey, including online, offering encouragement to others facing similar battles.

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19. Roseanne Bar – Before

Barr has been turning heads in her 70s, years after losing nearly 100 pounds following her 1998 gastric bypass. She shared in 2014 that she'd continued shedding weight, and by 2019, she told DailyMailTV she was ready for more — planning to meet with her doctor about possible next steps.

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18. Jennifer Hudson – Before

Hudson has lost a significant amount of weight over the years and once shared her refreshingly honest approach to staying in shape. For her, it's all about portion control, staying aware of what she eats, and keeping active — even if she doesn't hit the gym regularly.

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17. Rebel Wilson– Before

Wilson dropped 70 to 80 pounds in 2020, and the change hasn't just been physical. She's since taken on more serious roles in Hollywood.

Though she loved playing larger-than-life characters like Fat Amy in "Pitch Perfect," the actress joked that losing weight helped her break out of that typecast.

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16. Kelly Osbourne– Before

Osbourne has been turning heads with her noticeably slimmer figure in recent months. She and her family also spoke out about Ozempic, adding their voices to the growing conversation around weight loss medications.

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15. Keely Shaye Smith – Before

Smith has recently debuted a noticeably slimmer frame and has been seen out looking confident and refreshed. It's estimated she's lost around 100 pounds, adding to the buzz around her striking transformation.

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14. Chrissy Metz – Before

Metz recently opened up about her evolving health journey, clarifying that while she's lost some weight, she's not focused on numbers. For Metz, true healing has come from the inside out — through therapy and self-acceptance — not from striving for a specific size.

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13. Al Roker – Before

Roker lost 100 pounds after gastric bypass surgery in 2002, and has impressively kept it off for 23 years. His secret? He doesn't cut out the foods he loves, believing that balance and enjoyment have been key to maintaining both his weight and overall health.

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12. Randy Jackson – Before

Nearly 20 years after his gastric bypass surgery, Jackson says he's feeling better than ever. Following a type 2 diabetes diagnosis, he dropped 114 pounds and has kept it off by eating clean, avoiding crash diets, and focusing on gut health.

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11. Jessica Simpson – Before

Simpson has gone through a dramatic weight loss over the years and has been consistently open about her health struggles. Her honesty has made her journey, also shared on social media, all the more relatable and inspiring.

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10. Adele – Before

Adele dropped 100 pounds, but says it was never about the weight — it was about feeling stronger. She got hooked on a routine, working out two to three times a day with trainers. Her regimen included weights in the morning, hiking or boxing in the afternoon, and cardio at night.

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9. Oprah Winfrey – Before

Oprah has shed pounds over the years and is looking great at 70. She's long been open about her weight loss journey and, earlier this year, sat down with Dr. Ania Jastreboff from Yale to discuss GLP-1 medications like Ozempic.

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8. Jelly Roll – Before

Jelly Roll has lost over 120 pounds, a major step since weighing more than 500 just a few years earlier. His journey has included hiking and a deep personal drive.

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7. Rachel Frederickson – Before

Frederickson won season 15 of "The Biggest Loser" in 2014 and shocked viewers with her dramatic transformation. Though she faced backlash for losing too much weight, she later shared that she feels happy, healthy, and more balanced than ever.

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6. Al Sharpton – Before

Sharpton dropped from over 300 pounds to 130 with a no-days-off 5 a.m. workout routine and a strict diet. But even in his 70s, he's still fine-tuning what works best for his body, proving that health is a lifelong journey.

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5. Gabourey Sidibe – Before

Sidibe underwent weight-loss surgery in 2016 and didn't stop there. With the help of a nutritionist, she revamped her eating habits and embraced a more active lifestyle — working out with a trainer, swimming, and even riding a tricycle.

Today, she says she truly loves her body and regularly documents her lifestyle on her Instagram page.

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4. Shonda Rhimes – Before

Rhimes lost between 100 and 150 pounds a few years back and shared a candid, vulnerable account of the process. She opened up about how difficult the journey was, and how life after weight loss came with unexpected emotional challenges.

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3. Star Jones – Before

At 307 pounds, Jones decided it was time to take her health seriously. After facing various health struggles, she focused on eating less and moving more.

Her steady, long-term commitment led to a dramatic transformation that reflects both her strength and determination.

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2. John Goodman – Before

At 392 pounds, Goodman decided it was time for a change. With help from a trainer, he gave up alcohol, embraced a Mediterranean diet, and stuck to a routine of walking 10,000 to 12,000 steps a day, plus time on the elliptical and treadmill. Now over 200 pounds down, he's looking great and feeling even better.

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1. Mama June – Before

Known for her larger-than-life personality on reality TV, Mama June dropped over 90 lbs after making a drastic lifestyle change. She switched to a gluten-free, plant-based diet and left behind old habits.

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From surgical procedures to lifestyle overhauls and modern medications, these celebrities have taken different paths to transform their health. Their journeys — each unique — show that lasting change is possible at any stage of life.