When Roseanne Barr rose to fame in the '80s her weight was part of her act and - for many - added to her appeal. But now, long-retired from the stand-up circuit and with her sitcom years behind her, Roseanne has clearly decided to shed those extra pounds, and the result is astounding.
The 61-year-old comic showed up to a recent NBC event looking thinner than ever before. For some women Roseanne's age such dramatic and sudden weight loss might be cause for concern but Barr appeared happy and energetic, smiling and posing for the photographers on hand.
Always the jokester, Roseanne was of course quick with a quip when asked about her diet secrets. "Crack!! I'm doing crack," she told reporters before adding, "I'm just doing the things you're supposed to do...you know, moving more, and eating less."
If only it were that easy! Many stars have publicly fought the battle of the bulge with mixed results. Jessica Simpson used Weight Watchers with obvious success, while other stars have been decidedly less lucky.
Kim Kardashian's weight gain was rumored to be part of a bizarre money-making scheme, while actress Kirstie Alley has gained pounds and headlines in her well-publicized struggle to stay thin.
Check out our gallery of stars who have successfully dropped the extra pounds below:
1. Snooki Weight Loss Picture
Jersey Shore's Snooki ate right and exercised and lost weight after giving birth to her son, Lorenzo.
2. Jessica Simpson Redbook
Jessica Simpson showed off her post-baby bod in Redbook.
3. Mariah Carey Weight Loss Pic
Mariah Carey showed off her post-baby abs.
4. Kelly Clarkson Weight Loss
Kelly Clarkson dropped 30 pounds by working with a trainer and using portion control.
5. Carrie Fisher Weight Loss Pictures
Carrie Fisher showed off a slimmer frame.
6. Matthew McConaughey Weight Loss
Matthew McConaughey dropped weight for his acclaimed role in Dallas Buyers Club.
7. Chris Pratt Weight Loss Pic
Chris Pratt took a selfie of his super-ripped bod after getting in shape for Guardians of the Galaxy.
8. Christina Aguilera Loses Weight
Christina peeled off the pounds in 2013.
9. Jennifer Hudson Weight Loss
Jennifer Hudson became a Weight Watchers spokesperson and lost 80 pounds.
10. Ricki Lake Weight Loss
Ricki Lake lost 25 pounds while on Dancing With the Stars.
11. Kelly Osbourne Before and After
Kelly Osbourne worked on keeping herself fit after a stint on Dancing With the Stars.
12. Perez Hilton Body
Perez Hilton started eating better and working out and lost 60 pounds!
13. Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller
Seth Rogen slimmed down for his role in The Green Hornet.
14. Jordin Sparks Bikini Pic
Jordin Sparks showed off her bikini bod in Shape. The singer lost 30 pounds after working with her trainer.
15. Kendra Wilkinson Weight Loss
Kendra Wilkson shed in 2011 and talked tips with OK! Magazine.
16. Melissa Joan Hart Bikini Photo
This Melissa Joan Hart bikini photo comes to us courtesy of Nutrisystem. And we thank them.