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Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Lizzo says she 'still thinks she's big' after dramatic weight loss transformation
Lizzo has dazzled fans with her drastic weight loss, but mentally, the hitmaker has said she isn't feeling any different. The hitmaker, 37, who has admitted to having a complicated relationship with food, is working on making emotional changes to her self-perception. 'I like how I look now. I still think I'm big. I'm still wearing plus-size clothing. I have the same rolls. I got the same belly, the same thighs — I think I'm just a smaller version,' she told Women's Health in an interview published on Monday. Regarding her confidence about herself, even before dropping an estimated 60 pounds, she explained, 'Body positivity has nothing to do with staying the same. 'Body positivity is the radical act of daring to exist loudly and proudly in a society that told you you shouldn't exist.' Lizzo, who was targeted by harsh comments as a larger person, explained: 'Me saying I love myself in 2016 was offensive to people.' Lizzo recently admitted that she doesn't feel any different after her dramatic weight loss. 'I like how I look now. I still think I'm big,' she told Women's Health; Lizzo seen left in 2022 and right in 2025 'How dare you love yourself? You are fat and Black and you're a woman, so you shouldn't love yourself,' she said of the messages sent her way. The Yitty founder has referred to the change in her body as 'releasing' rather than 'losing' weight. 'Let me tell you this. It's okay to release weight.' the About Damn Time artist told the publication. 'It's okay to gain weight after you've released weight, because what you're not going to do is shame me if my body changes again and I get bigger'. The Good as Hell singer has denied using Ozempic, or other weight loss drugs, but says, 'If I did all of this on Ozempic, if I did all this with surgery, I would be just as proud of myself, because this sh*t is hard. 'Everyone who's ever been in a bigger body in this current version of society knows that this sh*t ain't easy. Existing isn't easy'. Lizzo actually copped to trying Ozempic, briefly, but found it didn't help her. 'Ozempic works because you eat less food, yeah? So if you eat right, it makes you feel full,' she told the Just Trish podcast in June. 'But if you can just do that on your own and get mind over matter, it's the same thing'. Lizzo was not alone in her abandonment of the costly medications which can have a price tag of more than $1,000 a month. A new report on behalf of 19 U.S. Blue Cross and Blue Shield health insurance plans found that only about one-third of patients who started taking the drugs were still taking them a year later, according to Reuters. In a recent post showing her before and after Lizzo described how she did it. 'I work my ass off, training 3x a week, daily sauna & cardio, adding animal protein back into my diet, hiring a chef who helps me meal prep and keeps track of what I put into my body in a calorie deficit, cutting out sugary Starbucks & full fat sodas & potato chips… I quit drinking for the longest… (but I'm drinking again cus I earned it!).'
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Lizzo admits 'I still think I'm big' as she shares candid revelations about weight loss
About Damn Time star, Lizzo, revealed she had lost 16 per cent of her body fat over two years in 2025, but now admits her weight loss journey hasn't been easy Singer, Lizzo, has admitted she still thinks of herself as 'big' despite losing a reported 60 pounds over two years. The About Damn Time star, 37, has spoken openly about her weight loss journey, revealing she had lost 16 per cent of her body fat over two years. Lizzo now says she "never regrets a workout" and allows herself to enjoy food "without overindulging". However, years of speculating about the star's body lead the singer to harbour some 'dark thoughts' as she heartbreakingly admitted: "If everyone hates you and thinks you're a terrible person, then what's the point?'' It comes after Lizzo explained she prefers to call her weight loss journey a process of 'weight release' after admitting she tried medication GLP-1 after shutting down endless rumours about her new appearance. Speaking to Women's Health UK, revealing she still thinks of herself as 'big' despite her weight loss, Lizzo said: "I like how I look now. I still think I'm big. I'm still wearing plus-size clothing. I have the same rolls. I got the same belly, the same thighs – I think I'm just a smaller version." The road to weight loss hasn't been easy for Lizzo, who heartbreakingly admitted she would eat so much her stomach would hurt. Opening up about the realities of binging, she revealed: 'There were times when I would eat so much that my stomach hurt. When I was done, I would be so uncomfortable, I couldn't breathe and wouldn't let anyone know. I would hide it." Thankfully, Lizzo says she is now proud of the person she's become and has built "inner confidence". However, she points out that you can't rely on others making you feel good, saying: "I can convince myself that I'm beautiful, my body fine, no matter how big or small. But reminding myself that you can't let others tell you who you are – that was hard work.' Years of speculating about the star's appearance have culminated in Lizzo admitting she 'tried everything' to achieve the dramatic weight loss that has dumfounded her fans. She told Trisha Paytas' Just Trish podcast that she began to take weight loss medication at the outset of her weight loss journey in 2023. But despite taking it she soon came to the conclusion that it was not a long-term solution. She said: 'I tried everything. Ozempic works because you eat less food, yeah? So if you eat right, it makes you feel full. But if you can just do that on your own and get mind over matter, it's the same thing.' Lizzo also clapped back at anyone saying taking GLP-1 medication was 'cheating' saying this was a 'fat phobic' take. 'It's not easy. It's a drug to help somebody with something they're struggling with. I think their way of being fat phobic when you're telling someone they're cheating.' Instead, to achieve her goal, the singer changed her habits around diet. The Good as Hell star had been following a plant-based diet for many years and was also vegan for three years from 2020 to 2023.
Yahoo
28-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Lizzo Boldly Flaunts Her Extreme Weight Loss As She Declares It's 'Back Fat Summer' In A Backless Gown
Lizzo continues to embrace her curves and celebrate her transformation as she recently shared a stunning shot of herself during a Paris getaway. The singer has opened up about her evolving relationship with food and how switching to a protein-rich diet after struggling with stomach issues and low energy aided her weight loss journey. Lizzo also admitted that she once tried using Ozempic, but ditched it in favour of losing weight the hard way by exercising and dieting. Lizzo Stuns In Metallic Gown During Paris Getaway, Declares: 'Issa Back Fat Summer' Lizzo turned heads with sultry new photos on Instagram showing off her curves in a body-hugging metallic gown during her Parisian escape. The 37-year-old music sensation stunned in the figure-flattering champagne dress as she posed confidently on a rooftop with the Eiffel Tower in the background. Facing away from the camera, the "About Damn Time" hitmaker proudly flaunted her back rolls in one shot, before revealing the front side of her glittering outfit in the other snaps. The singer captioned the carousel in her usual bold style: "Issa back fat summer." Fans Commend Lizzo For Flaunting A 'Real' Body Amid Her Weight Loss Fans of the singer flooded her comment section with posts praising her for her bold photos and her inspiring weight loss journey. One person joked, "Is that an Eiffel tower in the background or is France just happy to see you?" Another commented, "You are gorgeous and you always have been and you always will be. Your weight is irrelevant. Your attitude and your voice are what set you apart from everyone else." Lizzo has been soaking up the Parisian summer, having posted earlier snaps in the same spot wearing a skimpy cream crop top and matching shorts, striking carefree poses with the City of Light as her backdrop. The Paris getaway follows Lizzo's recent revelation about her "complicated relationship" with food and the journey behind her noticeable weight loss transformation. In a candid video shared earlier this month, the Grammy-winning artist offered fans a glimpse into her new lifestyle and eating habits. Lizzo Gets Real About Her Complicated Relationship With Food And How A Japanese Diet Changed Everything Speaking to Women's Health Magazine for their "Fuel Like" series, Lizzo admitted that her connection with food has been anything but simple. "My relationship with eating has evolved so much," she shared. "We've had highs and we've had lows. Like it's a very complicated relationship. Um, there have been times when I have undernourished myself. There have been times when I was binging. I feel like right now in my life, when I intuitively eat and listen to my body, that always works out for me." The singer went on to explain that a period of persistent stomach issues and low energy led her to reintroduce animal protein into her diet. "I had a period where I was experiencing a lot of like stomach pain and stomach issues," the singer revealed. "So my trainer at the time, he noticed my diet, and he was like, you know, I highly suggest a Japanese diet." Lizzo continued: "When I had the opportunity to go to Japan for the first time, I was like, 'All right, let's put our toe in the water with a country whose food I know is very, very clean.' And I started eating animal proteins over there. And I felt incredible." The Singer Reveals Her Daily Diet And Health Routine Behind Weight Loss Transformation During the interview, Lizzo also opened up about the lifestyle changes that led to her transformation. Her daily meals now center around lean proteins and vegetables. For breakfast, she keeps things simple and protein-packed with two scrambled eggs, chicken sausage, and a cauliflower-based hash brown. For lunch, Lizzo alternates between three staple meals: a shredded Thai chicken salad, tuna lettuce wraps, or sliced chicken breast. Dinner, however, is where she sticks to routine. Her go-to evening meal includes turkey meatloaf, cauliflower, mashed potatoes, and green beans. She also eats dinner early, usually before 5 p.m., for a specific reason. "I have GERD [gastroesophageal reflux disease], so my body needs time to digest food before I go to sleep, so acid doesn't roll up to my throat," she explained. Lizzo Opens Up About Ozempic Use And Weight Loss Journey: 'It's Not Cheating' Back in June, Lizzo got candid about her brief experience with Ozempic, revealing that she began using the GLP-1 medication at the start of her weight loss journey in 2023. While the drug initially helped curb her appetite, she soon realized it wasn't a long-term solution that aligned with her personal goals. "I tried everything," she said, per The Blast. "Ozempic works because you eat less food, yeah? So if you eat right, it makes you feel full. But if you can just do that on your own and get mind over matter, it's the same thing." Although she chose to stop taking the medication early on, the "Truth Hurts" singer made it clear that she doesn't judge others who use it as a tool for weight management. "It's not easy," Lizzo stated. "It's a drug to help somebody with something they're struggling with." Solve the daily Crossword
The Irish Sun
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Towie star blasts fat jab accusations as they insist ‘hard work and determination' led to three stone weight loss
A TOWIE star has blasted fat jab accusations as they insist they lost weight naturally. Weeks after she and husband Georgia , 34, has shown off her epic weight loss transformation. 4 Georgia has blasted fat jab accusations Credit: Instagram / @georgiakousoulou 4 She is married to Tommy Mallet Credit: ITV 4 Georgia has shed three stone in eight months Credit: Instagram Taking to Instagram to share a sizzling bikini snap, Georgia posed up a storm in a mirror as she rocked a cream two-piece bikini. Her slender figure, endless pins and toned stomach was on display, with fans left in awe over how she lost weight so quickly after giving birth. In November 2024, the TOWIE couple welcomed their second child, daughter Gigi. Because of how fast Georgia has slimmed down, fans were left convinced that she might have used weight loss jab Ozempic. Read More about TOWIE "Clearly weight loss jabs, pleassssssee just be honest," penned one person underneath the sizzling bikini snap. "Good ol Ozempic - she's never been this size even before children - looks amazing but took the easy route - not a great role model tbh," said another. But pal Lydia Bright added: "The pins, the body, I know how hard you have worked baby girl, well you look sensational." Georgia was then quick to blast the fat jab accusations when she commented on her post and revealed exactly how she shed the many stone she has. Most read in Reality "Oh the comments," she said, complete with a laughing face emoji. Georgia went on: "People hate to see it because they can't imagine doing the hard work themselves. Georgia Kousoulou and Tommy Mallet expecting second baby as they reveal she's pregnant after heartbreaking miscarriage "3 stone I have lost in 8 months. On average the maximum I have lost a week is about 1½ 2lbs. "That isn't a jab that is HARD HARD exercise & full control & determination. Plus a wedding for motivation!" She added: "I have nothing against the jab at all. Of course it crossed my mind, but I thought I would try this first because I have done it 10000 times before." She then explained how her twenties were spent in a bikini while on TOWIE, with her having always been "naturally slim". Biggest Celebrity Weight Loss Transformations Gemma Collins - TOWIE diva Gemma has been very honest and open about her fluctuating weight. Earlier this year, the star opened up to The Sun about Shaun Wallace - Best known for being The Dark Destroyer on ITV quiz show The Chase, Lizzo - Popstar Lizzo has also seen a body overhaul over the past 12 months. The About Damn Time hitmaker has been keen to flaunt her weight loss in a number of scantily-clad outfits. Taking to social media, she revealed she had reduced her body fat by 16%. Alongside a caption that confirmed she had met her "weight loss goals", Lizzo posted a close up of her newly-discovered abs and an exact breakdown of her achievements, which saw a 10.5 reduction in BMI and 16 per cent loss in body fat. In her caption, she wrote: "I did it. Chantelle Houghton - The Celebrity Big Brother winner has seen her weight balloon over the years "Except when I'm down I eat out of stress," she candidly added. "And before ivf I was the biggest I have ever been! But I didn't care because it made me feel better," she said. Georgia added: "I am now back to my healthy self & I will not have anyone say I haven't worked because my family & friends know. "It's been hard yes but I knew I could do it!" She then revealed exactly how she lost the weight. Georgia explained how she would walk five or six nights each week and even bought a walking machine. She went to the gym twice a week to lift weights, and did Pilates three times per week. She also changed her habits and said "no sugar in tea / no full fat drinks". Georgia confessed that she started WeightWatchers "to get me to understand food / make choices" as well as eating in a calorie deficit. She concluded: "My people know & tbh I don't care if you think jab or not. "But I will not have anyone say I haven't grafted because it's been HARD!!!!!! & I'm happy so enjoy your negative comments if it makes you feel better." 4 She welcomed her second child in November 2024 Credit: Instagram
The Irish Sun
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
This Morning star reveals body transformation after being ‘stressed and unhappy' after surgery
A THIS Morning star has shared his body transformation after being 'stressed and unhappy' following surgery. Chef Marcus Bean has become recognisable to viewers through his appearances on the ITV show. Advertisement 5 Chef Marcus Bean appears on This Morning Credit: Rex 5 The star shared a video highlighting his body transformation - after struggling with his weight Credit: instagram/@marcusbeanchef 5 Fans and friends praised Marcus' impressive achievement Credit: instagram/@marcusbeanchef The 46-year-old shared a video highlighting his impressive body transformation after "struggling with weight" over a number of years. Admitting he "didn't want" to post the video, Marcus opined how "it's really important to share all sides of life to social media." He captioned: "Being a chef and surrounded by food all my life has had its perks , but my fitness levels and body have changed so much over the years. "And I've especially struggled with my weight over the last 5-6 years. Advertisement Read more on This Morning "The combination of long hours in the kitchen or at shows, stress, money worries, not feeling good enough, the list goes on. "November 2024 I wasn't happy, life was busy and stressful as always, which I'm very thankful for. "I'd had both my knees operated on in the space of a year. I hadn't been able to run and had completely lost any motivation. "December 2024 I decided it had to change, I had London marathon 2025 coming up and had to sort myself out just to get over the finish line. Advertisement Most read in Celebrity Exclusive "I kept it simple aimed to run 3 miles a day, trying to do this 3-4 days a week, I also combined the running with a few body weight exercises to increase my strength." He added: "It's taken time, and after 7 months I'm starting to feel proud of what I've achieved so far. I don't have a PT, I don't have a nutritionist, I've just created my only little plan, eating better as much as possible, upping my protein and reducing my carbs. This Morning's Cat Deeley reveals her REAL name as she's reunited with her old teacher live on air "One thing I don't do is diet, I also don't weigh myself, just use my clothes and how they fit as a measure of progress." Marcus explained he went through this process in order to "make better choices when possible around work and everyday life." Advertisement Continuing, the TV chef shared he is "feeling proud" over his admirable accomplishments. One fan commented: "Superb chef, well done." Biggest Celebrity Weight Loss Transformations Gemma Collins - TOWIE diva Gemma has been very honest and open about her fluctuating weight. Earlier this year, the star opened up to The Sun about Shaun Wallace - Best known for being The Dark Destroyer on ITV quiz show The Chase, Lizzo - Popstar Lizzo has also seen a body overhaul over the past 12 months. The About Damn Time hitmaker has been keen to flaunt her weight loss in a number of scantily-clad outfits. Taking to social media, she revealed she had reduced her body fat by 16%. Alongside a caption that confirmed she had met her "weight loss goals", Lizzo posted a close up of her newly-discovered abs and an exact breakdown of her achievements, which saw a 10.5 reduction in BMI and 16 per cent loss in body fat. In her caption, she wrote: "I did it. Chantelle Houghton - The Celebrity Big Brother winner has seen her weight balloon over the years Another added: "Well done! I bet it took a lot of will power at first." A third shared: "Good for you! This will give a lot of people the confidence to do similar if they've felt a bit stuck." Advertisement While a fourth wrote: "Incredible mate, love the honesty." Retired Olympian 5 Marcus accompanied the video with a poignant caption Credit: instagram/@marcusbeanchef 5 Marcus shared various snaps from his journey in a short video Credit: instagram/@marcusbeanchef Advertisement
