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Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Melissa Joan Hart on Her 40-Lb Weight Loss: ‘I Make Exercise a Social Event'
Melissa Joan Hart has been in the spotlight for decades, getting her start in hit 90s TV shows like Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Clarissa Explains It All. But beyond the screen, the actress, now 48, has been open about her struggles with weight gain, especially after having children. Through a combination of portion-controlled eating, fitness routines and lifestyle changes, she successfully lost 40 pounds.. Here's what Melissa Joan Hart has shared about maintaining her weight loss and how she found body confidence. Like many moms, Hart struggled to fit back into her pre-pregnancy clothes after welcoming her third son, Tucker, in 2012. During pregnancy, she said she gained 60 pounds and was determined to shed the weight. Here's what helped her shed pounds and keep it off. Initially, Hart lost 30 pounds on her own before turning to Nutrisystem for additional support. Her sister-in-law, Sally Wilkerson, recommended the meal-delivery program after using it in her own weight loss journey. After joining Nutrisystem, Hart dropped another 40 pounds over two years and became a spokesperson for the brand. '[I'm] slimmer now than before the baby!' she gushed to Us Weekly in 2014. 'Programs like Nutrisystem can be effective for short-term weight loss because they simplify meal planning and portion control while emphasizing high-protein/lower-calorie meals,' explains Jennifer Habashy, NMD, MS, assistant medical director at Claya. However, she emphasizes it isn't a requirement to lose weight. 'People don't necessarily need an overly-structured program to see results, but they do need a solid understanding of balanced nutrition and mindful eating.' Hart's success with Nutrisystem came from its portion-controlled meals, which allowed her to eat her favorite foods without guilt. 'They do healthy versions of the foods you like,' she told Us Weekly. Some of her go-to meals included a 270-calorie ricotta cheese-stuffed pasta and tortilla soup with rice, beans and corn. She also indulged in sweet treats like an almond-coconut bar reminiscent of her favorite Mounds bar and an occasional red velvet whoopie pie. Hart emphasizes that diet plays a much bigger role in maintaining weight loss than exercise. 'You can't out-train bad nutrition. I love that saying,' she said to People in 2020, adding that 80 percent of her success comes from what she eats. In the same interview, Hart shared that her daily meals typically included Nutrisystem shakes for breakfast, salads for lunch and lean proteins like chicken or beef with vegetables for dinner. Hart credits her weight loss success in part to making exercise quality time with friends and family. 'I make it a social event. I chitchat with friends on walks or run with my husband,' Hart told Us Weekly. She and her husband, musician Mark Wilkerson, also work out together regularly. 'Since he's such an avid workout guy, I wanted to have him train me to see how my body could shift and change,' Hart explained to People. Together, the couple dedicate an hour, three times a week, to strength training. Hart also attends cardio classes like spinning twice a week to keep her energy levels up. 'This is a good way to join together and spend time—just the two of us—away from the kids,' Wilkerson has said about their shared fitness commitment. For Hart, she found her motivation through others. 'If I've signed up for a class or I promised someone I'd be there, it just helps motivate me,' she added to People. 'Working out with a partner enhances motivation, accountability and consistency,' explains Steven Dick, co-founder of The Fitness Group. 'Research has established that individuals working out in pairs push themselves harder, resulting in improved outcomes in the long run.' Beyond the physical transformation, Hart has been vocal about how weight loss improved her confidence and overall well-being. In a 2015 interview with E! News, she described feeling more capable of keeping up with her active lifestyle. 'It just made me happier,' she said. 'It made me feel physically and emotionally lighter to be able to do the things I wanna do, to be able to wear the clothes I wanna wear, to be able to feel sexy around my husband again. I'm very proud of myself.' As someone who grew up in the entertainment industry, Hart has faced the pressure to look a certain way. In past interviews, she's spoken about the unrealistic expectations placed on actors, especially as they age. Hart recalled numerous occasions where she was told by agents she had to lose weight if she wanted to succeed. 'That's the hard part about the business,' she told Us Weekly in 2019. 'As you get older, it gets harder—and then you have babies! Nobody wants to see you age or see your body change.' Despite these pressures, Hart maintains a positive body image and encourages others to focus on how they feel rather than external opinions. 'I have a really good body image. But I definitely have things I wish I could change and things I get down on myself about,' she admitted. 'But I try to put that in perspective.' After her success with Nutrisystem, Hart turned to SlimFast, another weight loss program, to help her stay on track. As a busy mom of three, she appreciates the convenience of having quick and nutritious meal replacements available. 'If my kids are eating something I don't want, like pizza or burgers, I can have a shake, and it's satisfying,' she explained to Us Weekly. 'It gets me through the night without any cravings, and I feel so much better the next day.' For Hart, maintaining a healthy lifestyle isn't about perfection; it's about feeling healthy from the inside out. 'Staying in shape and staying fit is so important in my life just because of all the things I want to do,' she said to E! News. Whether it's working out with her husband, indulging in a treat now and then or finding practical solutions that fit her hectic schedule, she's found a system that works for her and keeps her feeling her best. More celebrity weight loss success stories: Billy Gardell's 170-Lb. Weight Loss: How the 'Mike & Molly' Star Transformed His Health John Goodman's Weight Loss Success: How the Mediterranean Diet Helped Him Shed 200 Lbs. Melissa Peterman's Weight Loss: Why the 'Reba' Star Says the Number on the Scale Doesn't Matter This content is not a substitute for professional medical advice or diagnosis. Always consult your physician before pursuing any treatment plan.
Yahoo
27-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sarah Michelle Gellar, Taylor Momsen and Blake Lively mourn death of Michelle Trachtenberg
Sarah Michelle Gellar, Taylor Momsen and Blake Lively are among those paying tribute to Michelle Trachtenberg, who died Wednesday. Trachtenberg was found in her New York apartment 'unconscious and unresponsive,' according to an NYPD statement. She was 39. 'Michelle, listen to me. Listen. I love you. I will always love you. The hardest thing in this world, is to live in it. I will be brave. I will live… for you.' — 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer" star Sarah Michelle Gellar via Instagram. 'Everything she did, she did 200%. She laughed the fullest at someone's joke, she faced authority head on when she felt something was wrong, she cared deeply about her work, she was proud to be a part of this community and industry as painful as it could be sometimes, she was fiercely loyal to her friends and brave for those she loved, she was big and bold and distinctly herself.' — Blake Lively, Trachtenberg's 'Gossip Girl" co-star, on Instagram. 'Rest in peace sweet Michelle' — Kim Cattrall on Instagram. 'I'm heartbroken to hear of the passing of @michelletrachtenberg!! So young, so talented and so sweet!' — Melissa Joan Hart, who shared a scene with Trachtenberg on "Clarissa Explains It All," on Instagram. 'She was simply awesome. I'll miss our late night calls that no one should ever hear but us. She was always in my corner and there to support me whether I was right or wrong. I will miss you everyday my love.. I think we truly understood each other and I am so grateful to have had a friend like you in my life for so long.' — 'Gossip Girl' co-star Taylor Momsen on Instagram. 'Michelle was one of a kind. I remember her coming on set for the first time and just absolutely owning it. She was a force of nature and just so so unapologetically funny and magnetic.. remembering those years with a big smile. Just a terrible loss. Love you.' — 'Gossip Girl' co-star Chace Crawford via Instagram. 'My heart is heavy today. We have lost a beautiful soul. Michelle was fiercely intelligent, howlingly funny, and a very talented person. She died much too young, and leaves behind scores of people who knew and loved her. My heart goes out to her family who are good people, and are suffering the greatest loss anyone could bear. I hope everyone can give them space to heal in this most difficult time. Godspeed Michelle. You are missed.' — 'Buffy' co-star James Marsters via Instagram. 'What a terrible shock and loss, my god. My heart aches for your mama. Fly safe little bird.' — Kate Beckinsale via Instagram. The Associated Press
The Independent
27-02-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Sarah Michelle Gellar, Taylor Momsen and Blake Lively mourn death of Michelle Trachtenberg
Sarah Michelle Gellar, Taylor Momsen and Blake Lively are among those paying tribute to Michelle Trachtenberg, who died Wednesday. Trachtenberg was found in her New York apartment 'unconscious and unresponsive,' according to an NYPD statement. She was 39. 'Michelle, listen to me. Listen. I love you. I will always love you. The hardest thing in this world, is to live in it. I will be brave. I will live… for you.' — 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer" star Sarah Michelle Gellar via Instagram. 'Everything she did, she did 200%. She laughed the fullest at someone's joke, she faced authority head on when she felt something was wrong, she cared deeply about her work, she was proud to be a part of this community and industry as painful as it could be sometimes, she was fiercely loyal to her friends and brave for those she loved, she was big and bold and distinctly herself.' — Blake Lively, Trachtenberg's 'Gossip Girl" co-star, on Instagram. 'Rest in peace sweet Michelle' — Kim Cattrall on Instagram. 'I'm heartbroken to hear of the passing of @michelletrachtenberg!! So young, so talented and so sweet!' — Melissa Joan Hart, who shared a scene with Trachtenberg on "Clarissa Explains It All," on Instagram. 'She was simply awesome. I'll miss our late night calls that no one should ever hear but us. She was always in my corner and there to support me whether I was right or wrong. I will miss you everyday my love.. I think we truly understood each other and I am so grateful to have had a friend like you in my life for so long.' — 'Gossip Girl' co-star Taylor Momsen on Instagram. 'Michelle was one of a kind. I remember her coming on set for the first time and just absolutely owning it. She was a force of nature and just so so unapologetically funny and magnetic.. remembering those years with a big smile. Just a terrible loss. Love you.' — 'Gossip Girl' co-star Chace Crawford via Instagram. 'My heart is heavy today. We have lost a beautiful soul. Michelle was fiercely intelligent, howlingly funny, and a very talented person. She died much too young, and leaves behind scores of people who knew and loved her. My heart goes out to her family who are good people, and are suffering the greatest loss anyone could bear. I hope everyone can give them space to heal in this most difficult time. Godspeed Michelle. You are missed.' — 'Buffy' co-star James Marsters via Instagram. 'What a terrible shock and loss, my god. My heart aches for your mama. Fly safe little bird.' — Kate Beckinsale via Instagram.
Associated Press
27-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Sarah Michelle Gellar, Taylor Momsen and Blake Lively mourn death of Michelle Trachtenberg
Sarah Michelle Gellar, Taylor Momsen and Blake Lively are among those paying tribute to Michelle Trachtenberg, who died Wednesday. Trachtenberg was found in her New York apartment 'unconscious and unresponsive,' according to an NYPD statement. She was 39. 'Michelle, listen to me. Listen. I love you. I will always love you. The hardest thing in this world, is to live in it. I will be brave. I will live… for you.' — 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' star Sarah Michelle Gellar via Instagram. 'Everything she did, she did 200%. She laughed the fullest at someone's joke, she faced authority head on when she felt something was wrong, she cared deeply about her work, she was proud to be a part of this community and industry as painful as it could be sometimes, she was fiercely loyal to her friends and brave for those she loved, she was big and bold and distinctly herself.' — Blake Lively, Trachtenberg's 'Gossip Girl' co-star, on Instagram. 'I'm heartbroken to hear of the passing of @michelletrachtenberg!! So young, so talented and so sweet!' — Melissa Joan Hart, who shared a scene with Trachtenberg on 'Clarissa Explains It All,' on Instagram. 'She was simply awesome. I'll miss our late night calls that no one should ever hear but us. She was always in my corner and there to support me whether I was right or wrong. I will miss you everyday my love.. I think we truly understood each other and I am so grateful to have had a friend like you in my life for so long.' — 'Gossip Girl' co-star Taylor Momsen on Instagram. 'Michelle was one of a kind. I remember her coming on set for the first time and just absolutely owning it. She was a force of nature and just so so unapologetically funny and magnetic.. remembering those years with a big smile. Just a terrible loss. Love you.' — 'Gossip Girl' co-star Chace Crawford via Instagram. 'My heart is heavy today. We have lost a beautiful soul. Michelle was fiercely intelligent, howlingly funny, and a very talented person. She died much too young, and leaves behind scores of people who knew and loved her. My heart goes out to her family who are good people, and are suffering the greatest loss anyone could bear. I hope everyone can give them space to heal in this most difficult time. Godspeed Michelle. You are missed.' — 'Buffy' co-star James Marsters via Instagram.
CBS News
27-02-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Michelle Trachtenberg's "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" co-star Sarah Michelle Gellar, others react to her death
Former cast members of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," "Gossip Girl" and more are remembering their co-star Michelle Trachtenberg after the news of her death on Wednesday. Trachtenberg, 39, was found unresponsive at her home in Manhattan on Wednesday morning, the New York City Police Department said. Criminality is not suspected, they said. Trachtenberg began her acting career as a child. At just 11 years old, she landed her breakout role as Harriet in the 1996 movie "Harriet the Spy." She had roles in dozens of TV series and movies, most notably "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," as Buffy's sister, Dawn, and "Gossip Girl," as Georgina Sparks. Sarah Michelle Gellar, who starred as Buffy, mourned Trachtenberg's death with a post on Instagram, referencing a quote her character said to Trachtenberg's in the show's season 5 finale. "Michelle, listen to me. Listen. I love you. I will always love you. The hardest thing in this world, is to live in it. I will be brave. I will live… for you," she wrote. Other "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" co-stars also paid tribute to Trachtenberg. Alyson Hannigan, who played Willow Rosenberg in the series, wrote that she was "deeply saddened" by Trachtenberg's death. "She brought a loving energy to the set of Buffy. My thoughts are with Michelle's family and friends," she wrote. "My heart is heavy today," wrote James Marsters, who starred as Spike in "Buffy." "We have lost a beautiful soul. Michelle was fiercely intelligent, howlingly funny, and a very talented person. She died much too young, and leaves behind scores of people who knew and loved her." Trachtenberg's co-stars in "Gossip Girl" shared similar sentiments. Blake Lively, who played Serena van der Woodsen in the series, wrote in an Instagram story that Trachtenberg "was electricity." "You knew when she entered a room because the vibration changed. Everything she did, she did 200%," she said. "The world lost a deeply sensitive and good person in Michelle. May her work and her huge heart be remembered by those who were lucky enough to experience her fire." Chase Crawford, a fellow "Gossip Girl" alum, called Trachtenberg "a force of nature." "Michelle was one of a kind. I remember her coming on set for the first time and just absolutely owning it. She was a force of nature and just so so unapologetically funny and magnetic.. remembering those years with a big smile," he wrote. Other actors who worked with Trachtenberg early on in her career also shared reactions. Rosie O'Donnell, who starred alongside Trachtenberg in "Harriet the Spy," told CBS News that Trachtenberg's death was "heartbreaking." "I loved her very much. She struggled the last few years. I wish I could have helped," she said. O'Donnell didn't say what those struggles were. Melissa Joan Hart shared a clip of her and Trachtenberg in the 90s sitcom "Clarissa Explains It All" and wrote that the young star was "so talented and so sweet." "I think this was about 1992 and the episode was an idea I had about babysitting a total nightmare. But Michelle was nothing like her character and even this young, we got along wonderfully," she said.
