Tina Malone brands herself ‘a big fat bird' before incredible weight loss that saw her shrink to a size 6
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SHAMELESS legend Tina Malone branded herself a "big fat bird" as she revealed the real reason she lost weight and dropped to a size six in a lively TV interview.
The Channel 4 legend, 62, put on an enthusiastic display on Wednesday's Good Morning Britain in a debate about weight loss.
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Tina Malone branded herself 'a big fat bird' before her incredible weight loss
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The Shameless legend has dropped from size 32 to a size 6
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Tina, 62, told how she lost weight 'for myself'
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Actress Tina appeared the perfect talking head for the segment, which centred on Labour Minister Peter Kyle's comments on weight loss jabs and being "beach ready."
The Technology Secretary came under fire after calling for the widespread use of Mounjaro and Wegovy as part of a £85million trial and insisted to MailOnline: "I am striving to get people beach-ready this year, so when they come and visit Brighton in the summer, they are looking their best."
As part of the chat on his use of language, and potential for "bodyshaming the country", Tina addressed her weight loss which saw her drop from a size 32 to 6.
She told how she backed the Minister's comments and said "some people need tough love."
She then recalled a moment where she was getting glammed up for the BAFTAs after Shameless' first nomination and her dad telling her she looked fat in her dress.
She recalled how he replied: "'Yeah you do, because your fat, you're going to look fat in any dress.'"
Tina, best known for her role as Mimi Maguire in the hit Channel 4 comedy-drama, said of their frank chat: "That's the way we were.
"I lost weight for me let me get that clear for my health.
"Because I was 49, I was a big fat bird.
"Paul [her late husband] loved me fat or thin but I wanted a baby and I wanted to live longer, because I was happily married.
Shameless legend Tina Malone breaks down in tears in emotional interview a year after husband Paul's suicide
"So that's why I lost the weight, for me not for anybody else."
Later on in the chat, she told how she believed "a bit of encouragement is important" when it comes to losing weight.
Tina has undergone nine surgeries, as well as her gastric band, including operations to remove the excess skin which was left around her tummy due to her weight loss.
She also had skin removed from her arms, neck and thighs, as well as undergoing several surgeries on her face and fixing her teeth.
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Tina often shows off her svelte new look, but has admitted she still allows herself the odd treat despite being on a strict diet.
NEW LOOK
Two years ago, she showcased her weight loss and facelift on the ITV daytime show.
In 2022, Tina revealed that she went under the knife because she feared she looked "miserable".
At the time, she told Closer about her surgery: "I'm over the moon with how I look.
"My old face appeared sad and miserable now I look healthier sexier and prettier than ever. The last few years have been tough and this has given me something to smile about."
Tina rose to fame playing Mo McGee in the hit soap, Brookside from 1993 for five years.
She also appeared in the sixth series of Celebrity Big Brother on Channel 4 in 2009.
TRAGIC LOSS
The actress was left heartbroken after her husband Paul Chase committed suicide in March of 2024 at the age of 42.
In October 2019, the pair announced their separation but they were later reconciled by February 2020.
Tina previously described it as the "worst day of her life" when Paul passed away, and she blamed his death on PTSD after he served in the army.
Speaking for the first time following his passing, Tina told The Mirror: 'I've not spoken about this publicly until this minute.
"It's the first time I've said it and confirmed it. Paul did commit suicide. I believe in transparency.'
She added: 'I'll never get over it. I miss him so badly and I love him so much. One thing I know… he's in a better place than here.'
The brave TV star then opened up on their Christmas plans in December, and how she was set to mark Paul during the festivities.
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Tina told how she wanted to 'live longer' and 'have a baby' so decided to focus on her health
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She also referenced her late husband Paul Chase
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