Before & after: The stars’ impressive weight loss successes!

Published on 02/19/2025

Ilka Bessin – 26 kilos less

Ilka Bessin, better known to most as “Cindy from Marzahn”, has always been a woman of stature. But thanks to a healthy diet and regular exercise, she has managed to lose an impressive 26 kilograms. Nevertheless, she occasionally struggles with her appearance: “It took me a long time to get to the point where I could say: ‘I am a beautiful woman’,” she revealed in an interview. Dissatisfied with the limited range on offer in fashion stores, she began designing clothes for curvier women herself. Incidentally, she said goodbye to her signature role “Cindy from Marzahn” in 2016 and has since broken new ground.

Ilka Bessin – 26 Kilo Weniger

Ilka Bessin – 26 kilos less

Rebel Wilson – 30 kilos less

Rebel Wilson has inspired and made countless people laugh as an actress, especially in her famous role as “Fat Amy”. Although this name was only part of her movie character, it still reflects part of her personal history. Wilson herself explained that her stressful everyday life in particular led to unhealthy eating habits, causing her weight to rise to over 100 kilograms. She finally decided to do something about her excess weight. With a consistent change in diet and regular exercise, she managed to lose an impressive 30 kilograms. Today, she proudly presents her transformation on her social media channels. Fans can admire her new, slim figure on Instagram in particular.

Rebel Wilson – 30 Kilo Weniger

Rebel Wilson – 30 kilos less

Kelly Osbourne – 40 kilos less

As the daughter of Ozzy Osbourne, Kelly Osbourne has been in the spotlight her entire life – and with it her appearance. Her weight in particular was a recurring topic in the media. But at some point, the musician had had enough and decided to do something about the extra pounds. Instead of torturing herself with countless diets, however, she opted for gastric band surgery – a decision that she herself describes as one of the best of her life. The results speak for themselves: over the last four years, Kelly has lost an impressive 40 kilos. The new weight not only looks great on her, it also seems to have helped her to boost her self-esteem.

Kelly Osbourne – 40 Kilo Weniger

Kelly Osbourne – 40 kilos less

Melissa McCarthy – 30 kilos less

Melissa McCarthy became famous for her role as Sookie in “Gilmore Girls”, where she played the lovable, somewhat plump girlfriend of the main character. In her private life, however, she decided to stop putting up with her excess weight and make a change. With a combination of regular exercise and a consistent low-carb diet, she achieved impressive results. She lost a whole 30 kilos and now presents herself confidently in front of the cameras with her new figure. The loose dresses are a thing of the past – instead, she now wows on the red carpet in figure-hugging outfits.

Melissa McCarthy – 30 Kilo Weniger

Melissa McCarthy – 30 kilos less

Kelly Clarkson – 20 kilos less

The singer has not only landed numerous hits, but has also built up a loyal fan base. She keeps them in suspense with her weight fluctuations – a constant back and forth between being overweight and dieting. But in 2018, she made a decision: she was going to declare war on those extra pounds. With the support of a personal trainer and a balanced diet, she managed to lose an impressive 20 kilos. By consistently cutting out carbohydrates and sugar, the kilos melted away. Today, with her new figure, she presents herself confidently on the red carpet in figure-hugging dresses and radiates more well-being and satisfaction than ever before.

Kelly Clarkson – 20 Kilo Weniger

Kelly Clarkson – 20 kilos lessMaite Kelly – 26 kilos less

Maite Kelly – 26 kilos less

Maite Kelly began her career together with her family in the legendary Kelly Family. After the end of her time in the band, she successfully launched her solo career and was able to retain a loyal fan base. Although she is known for her feminine curves, Maite has lost a remarkable amount of weight. During her participation in “Let’s Dance”, the kilos tumbled almost by themselves, and even after the show she stuck to her healthy and active lifestyle. She has now lost an impressive 26 kilos and seems to be enjoying her new body image to the full. This is also reflected in her wardrobe – more and more often she appears in front of the cameras in figure-hugging outfits that show off her new silhouette.

Maite Kelly – 26 Kilo Weniger

Maite Kelly – 26 kilos less

Beatrice Egli – 8 kilos less

Beatrice Egli has long since established herself as a successful pop singer in Switzerland and has always confidently presented her curves – whether in a glamorous outfit or in figure-hugging jeans. But now she is surprising her fans on Instagram with brand new pictures. She proudly shows off her changed figure, as the singer has lost around 8 kilos – and the difference is clearly visible. The trigger for the weight loss was apparently her participation in “Ninja Warrior”. The intensive training for the show has had an effect, and the moderate weight loss was probably a welcome side effect. Even though her once plump, likeable face now looks a little thinner, Beatrice Egli has lost none of her unmistakable charm.

Beatrice Egli – 8 Kilo Weniger

Beatrice Egli – 8 kilos less

Adele – 22 kilos less

When Adele released her first songs, she immediately catapulted to superstardom. With her soulful voice, she conquered the charts and gained a huge fan base. However, over the years she has repeatedly struggled with being overweight – an issue that she has now successfully come to grips with. Since 2020, she has proudly shared photos of her impressive transformation and showcased her newfound figure. Today, hardly anything reminds us of the curvy diva she once was: Adele is slim, radiant and almost unrecognizable. Her self-confidence in front of the camera speaks volumes – she seems completely at ease in her new skin.

Adele – 22 Kilo Weniger

Adele – 22 kilos less

Ben Zucker – 17 kilos less

The pop singer Ben Zucker has built up a large fan base in Germany. In recent months, however, he has not only undergone impressive changes musically, but also physically: he has lost a huge amount of weight – a success he has fought for with hard work. Zucker now only allows himself sweet treats on Sundays and has developed an extremely disciplined fitness program that he follows consistently. His daily exercises include not only squats and sit-ups, but also rowing 2,000 meters three times a day and cycling 2,000 meters. He also revealed that he already walks 20,000 steps in his apartment in the morning – all while working on emails. Such a rigorous program deserves the utmost respect, and the results speak for themselves. Zucker impressively demonstrates how much can be achieved with discipline and commitment.

Ben Zucker – 17 Kilo Weniger

Ben Zucker – 17 kilos less

Alfons Schubeck – 25 kilos less

The well-known professional chef, who is celebrated throughout Germany and has even worked for FC Bayern Munich, has declared war on his weight. For a long time, he weighed around 120 kilos and apparently enjoyed his own food just as passionately as his fans. But now the popular chef has lost an impressive 25 kilos – at the age of 71! According to his own statements, he avoided strict diets. Instead, he reduced his consumption of white flour, focused more on vegetables and integrated more sport into his everyday life. The results are impressive: His new, sporty appearance has earned him a lot of admiration – and his new weight suits him extremely well.

Alfons Schubeck – 25 Kilo Weniger

Alfons Schubeck – 25 kilos less

Menowin Fröhlich – 20 kilos less

Menowin Fröhlich once became a star on “Deutschland sucht den Superstar”, known for his distinctive voice and slightly fuller figure. But in 2020, he decided to make a radical change. The turning point began with a conscious decision: he wanted to turn his life around and started with his weight. He proudly shows how much weight he has lost since then on social media. After his successful detox in January of this year, he seems to be doing much better, not only physically but also mentally. An active, sporty lifestyle has helped the 33-year-old enormously. The result is impressive: he has lost a whole 20 kilos and is now fitter and happier than ever before.

Menowin Fröhlich – 20 Kilo Weniger

Menowin Fröhlich – 20 kilos less

James Corden – 16 kilos less

James Corden, known as a presenter, has built up a large fan base over the years. At the beginning of the new year, he decided to declare war on his weight and developed a clear plan. With the support of Weight Watchers (WW) and a disciplined diet, he managed to lose a few kilos. This impressive success story even made the talk show host part of WW’s marketing strategy. According to reports, James only stuck to the program for eight weeks – with remarkable success: he lost a whole 16 kilograms and now appears much slimmer in front of the cameras. Interestingly, he confessed that he can’t stand exercise, which made WW the ideal solution for him.

James Corden – 16 Kilo Weniger

James Corden – 16 kilos less

Aline Bachmann – 75 kilos less

A lot has changed in Aline Bachmann’s life since her appearance on “Deutschland sucht den Superstar” in 2013. Back then, the Dresden native weighed almost 200 kilos, but step by step she managed to get her weight under control. With a consistent diet that she stuck to for nine months, she managed to lose an impressive 75 kilos. The excess skin was also surgically removed, so that today she has reached her desired weight of 68 kilos. Her remarkable transformation not only inspires her, but also her fans, who celebrate her as an inspiring role model.

Aline Bachmann – 75 Kilo Weniger

Aline Bachmann – 75 kilos less

Dana Schweiger – 14 kilos less

Dana Schweiger is not only a successful entrepreneur, but has also made a name for herself as a presenter. While she used to prefer to wear flattering A-line dresses, in 2020 she increasingly appeared in more figure-hugging outfits. The reason for this? She has lost an impressive 14 kilos and now shines in top form. Interestingly, she didn’t follow a strict diet. Instead, she simply listened to her body’s signals and only ate when she was really hungry. Her success was probably also supported by drinking three liters of water a day and going for long walks. An inspiring change that shows how small changes can make a big difference.

Dana Schweiger – 14 Kilo Weniger

Dana Schweiger – 14 kilos less

Bettina Schliephacke-Burchardt – 30 kilos less

Bettina Schliephacke-Burchardt is known as a foodie, a term she likes to use for herself. Her role on “Das große Backen” has made her a familiar face who regularly tries out the latest cake and pie creations as a judge. Her remarkable transformation is all the more impressive: in the last four years, she has lost a proud 30 kilos. Her transformation has not only created a buzz on social media, but has also received countless positive feedback from her fans. Her new look suits her perfectly and she radiates with new self-confidence.

Bettina Schliephacke Burchardt – 30 Kilo Weniger

Bettina Schliephacke Burchardt – 30 kilos less

Hella von Sinnen – 20 kilos less

Hella von Sinnen can look back on an impressive career as a comedian. Her weight – alongside her hydrogen-blonde hair and extravagant clothing style – has always been a prominent part of her image. But now she has changed her diet and integrated sport into her everyday life. The result: within two years, she has lost an impressive 20 kilos. The new, slimmer figure suits the 62-year-old perfectly and should also benefit her health. She now beams confidently into the cameras alongside her comedian colleagues and proudly shows off her figure-hugging clothes.

Hella Von Sinnen – 20 Kilo Weniger

Hella Von Sinnen – 20 kilos less

Erich Klann – at least 5 kilos less

Erich Klann attracted a lot of attention when he took part in “Let’s Dance”. But a lot has changed in his life since then. The dancer went on a diet that focused primarily on cutting out sugar – with impressive results. He shares the results with his fans on his social media channels, and the changes are hard to miss. An Instagram post shows him with a much firmer and redefined figure, which he says he achieved in just 31 days. The result looks great on him and not only inspires him, but also his many fans.

Erich Klann – Mindestens 5 Kilo Weniger

Erich Klann – At least 5 kilos less

Jeremy Pascal Wollny – 65 kilos less

The Wollnys became famous throughout Germany thanks to the reality show “Die Wollnys – Eine schrecklich große Familie”. It also put son Jeremy Pascal in the spotlight and he has undergone an impressive transformation since then. He lost an incredible 65 kilos in just 1.5 years. But that was not all: in the following 1.5 years, he concentrated on building up muscle mass. Today, he weighs a sporty 115 kilos – a remarkable achievement when you consider that he previously weighed around 145 kilos.

Jeremy Pascal Wollny – 65 Kilo Weniger

Jeremy Pascal Wollny – 65 kilos less

Thorsten Legat – 24 kilos less

Thorsten Legat, once known as a celebrated footballer, shows that he also demonstrates discipline and ambition off the pitch. Despite a few extra kilos on his hips, he is far from being overweight. However, he has started a strict training program to get back into top form. After just 14 days, he was able to share his remarkable progress with his fans on Instagram. Together with his wife, he has not only lost a few pounds, but is currently working hard to rebuild his muscle mass through a healthy diet. He used the pandemic period to lose an impressive 24 kilos in a very short space of time – an inspiring example of perseverance and determination.

Thorsten Legat – 24 Kilo Weniger

Thorsten Legat – 24 kilos less

Miyabi Kawai – 10 kilos less

The fashion designer likes to present herself in public and impresses with her radiant smile in front of the cameras. However, she has undergone a remarkable change in recent years and is hardly recognizable. The break-up with her ex-partner Manuel Cortez has obviously contributed to her significant weight loss. She is said to have lost a whole 10 kilos due to heartbreak. But she seems to be taking this change in her stride – her new figure suits her just as well as her old one. At 45, she is once again confident in front of the cameras and can proudly present her new look.

Miyabi Kawai – 10 Kilo Weniger

Miyabi Kawai – 10 kilos less