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Home · Health & Wellness

The Most Amazing Celebrity Body Transformations of 2016

In 2016, some of your favorite stars slimmed down and shaped up. See the most spectacular transformations of the year!

By Charli Penn · December 16, 2016October 26, 2020
01
Kelly Price

ESSENCE Fest alum Ms. Price meant business with her body transformation in 2016. Go, Kelly!

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02
Shonda Rhimes

While the world was addicted to watching Rhime’s hit TV shows lineup on ABC all year long, she was slowly slimming down, pound by pound. Cheers to saying “yes” to losing the weight, Shonda!

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03
Idris Elba

Elba slimmed down and toned up in a major way while training to become a professional kick boxer. He looks amazing either way, if you ask us.

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04
Mo’nique

Comedienne, actress and podcast host Mo’Nique revealed her 100 pound weight loss in the summer of 2016.

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05
Kevin Hart
Mr. Hart slimmed down and toned up for his big day at the altar in 2016.
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06
Oprah Winfrey

After joining Weight Watchers, Winfrey dropped the weight, fast. In May, she told PEOPLE magazine that the program is a lifestyle, not a diet, and she doesn’t plan on stopping it — ever!

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07
Syleena Johnson
R&B diva Syleenah Johnson’s focus on lifestyle, diet, nutrition and fitness have helped her transform her body right before our eyes. Slow clap for this sister, please!
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08
Jay Ellis
Is it just us, or did Jay Ellis totally bulk up to take on the role of Issa Rae’s sexy boyfriend Lawrence on HBO’s Insecure?
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09
Rick Ross

Rapper Rick Ross dropped 75 pounds in 2016. We see you, Rick!

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10
Gucci Mane
Gucci Mane came out of jail a changed man, literally. He slimmed down and toned up during his prison term and unveiled a new physique that took fans by surprise this year.
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11
Gabourey Sidibe
Although Sidibe has been very quiet about her weight loss journey, the results are plain to see.
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