Get Fit with the Stars: Inspiring Celebrity Weight Loss Stories & Effective Weight Loss Strategies

Gabourey Sidibe – 150 Lbs

A lot of fans were happy for Gabourey Sidibe when she lost an incredible amount of weight after undergoing laparoscopic bariatric surgery in 2016. Specifically, the “Empire” star lost about 150 pounds, and she dropped those excess pounds with the help of a more active lifestyle.

As per Go Health Line, Sidibe is now all about eating healthy and exercising, which gives hope to those who want to drop some weight but don’t have the budget to take extreme measures. In 2021, Sidibe was part of the TV show titled “The Harper House.”