Melissa McCarthy’s Weight Loss Transformation: Pics Of The Actress Then & Now

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January 13, 2022 1:40PM EST

Melissa McCarthy is one of Hollywood’s funniest actresses. Here are some of her best pics!

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Melissa McCarthy’s Weight Loss Transformation

Melissa McCarthy’s Weight Loss Transformation — Melissa McCarthy has been on screen since the early 2000s, so it’s no wonder she’s had quite the evolution over time. She rose to fame playing the bubbly chef Sookie on the beloved series ‘Gilmore Girls’, before going on to play Dena on ‘Samantha Who?’ from 2007 to 2009. She hit it big as Molly Flynn on ‘Mike & Molly’ from 2010 to 2016 but her breakout role in film was playing Megan in the hit comedy ‘Bridesmaids,’ a performance that earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.

Proving her dramatic chops, Melissa was nominated for a second Academy Award for Best Actress for playing Lee Israel in 2018’s ‘Can You Ever Forgive Me?’ She’s also had starring roles in movies like ‘Identity Thief,’ ‘The Heat,’ ‘Tammy,’ ‘Spy,’ and more. Melissa is married to actor Ben Falcone and they have two children together

Melissa has worked hard to stay healthy as her career has taken off. Here, Melissa McCarthy shows off her weight loss transformation at a pre-oscar event on Feb 4th, 2019. She looked stunning in a fitted dress with orange heels.

Click through the gallery for more photos of Melissa McCarthy and her weight loss transformation.

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Melissa McCarthy At ‘The Little Mermaid’ Premiere

Melissa McCarthy At ‘The Little Mermaid’ Premiere — Melissa McCarthy stunned in a deep blue dress at ‘The Little Mermaid’ premiere. She had a huge smile on as she walked the red carpet for the first showing of the movie.

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Melissa McCarthy In 2019

Melissa McCarthy In 2019 — Melissa McCarthy glitters in black as she arrives for the 72nd British Academy Film Awards at London’s Royal Albert Hall on Feb. 10, 2019. She added slicked tresses and a red lip for some punch.

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Melissa McCarthy At The Academy Awards Nominees Luncheon

Melissa McCarthy At The Academy Awards Nominees Luncheon — Melissa McCarthy stuns on the carpet at the Academy Awards Nominees Luncheon in Feb. 2019. She was nominated for her role in ‘Can You Ever Forgive Me?’

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Melissa McCarthy At The BAFTA Tea Party

Melissa McCarthy At The BAFTA Tea Party — Melissa McCarthy looks amazing on the red carpet at the BAFTA Tea Party. She stunned in a black lace dress.

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Melissa McCarthy At The 2019 SAG Awards

Melissa McCarthy At The 2019 SAG Awards — Melissa McCarthy attends the SAG Awards in 2019. She wore a sparkling silver dress and was all smiles as she posed for photos.

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Melissa McCarthy At The ‘Can You Ever Forgive Me?’ Premiere

Melissa McCarthy At The ‘Can You Ever Forgive Me?’ Premiere — Melissa McCarthy dons a pink dress and white jacket to the ‘Can You Ever Forgive Me’ Premiere at the BFI London Film Festival. She posed for photos alongside Amy Nauiokas and Richard E. Grant.

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Melissa McCarthy In A Pink Dress

Melissa McCarthy In A Pink Dress — Melissa McCarthy poses for photos while wearing a long dust pink gown on the red carpet. She completed her look with a white jacket and clutch purse.

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Melissa McCarthy At The BFI London Film Festival

Melissa McCarthy At The BFI London Film Festival — Melissa McCarthy smiles at the BFI London Film Festival in October 2018. She was in attendance for the premiere of ‘Can You Ever Forgive Me?’

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Melissa McCarthy At The Toronto International Film Festival

Melissa McCarthy At The Toronto International Film Festival — Melissa McCarthy poses for pics while attending the Fox Searchlight Party at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2018. She wore a floral print dress and white shoes.

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Melissa McCarthy At TIFF 2018

Melissa McCarthy At TIFF 2018 — Melissa McCarthy attends the 2018 Toronto International Film Festival. She went to the Fox Searchlight Party during the festivities.

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Melissa McCarthy At ‘The Boss’ Premiere

Melissa McCarthy At ‘The Boss’ Premiere — Melissa McCarthy attends ‘The Boss’ film premiere in Los Angeles. She wore a belted dress to the 2016 event.

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Melissa McCarthy Hosting ‘SNL’

Melissa McCarthy Hosting ‘SNL’ — Melissa McCarthy hosts SNL on Feb 13th, 2016. She rocked out onstage with some backup dancers during her opening monologue.

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Melissa McCarthy At ‘Spy’ Photo Call

Melissa McCarthy At ‘Spy’ Photo Call — Melissa McCarthy attends the ‘Spy’ photo call in Berlin, Germany on May 26, 2015. She looked fierce in her leather pants and long top.

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Melissa McCarthy At The Premiere Of ‘Identity Thief’

Melissa McCarthy At The Premiere Of ‘Identity Thief’ — Melissa McCarthy dons gunmetal to the premiere of ‘Identity Thief’ on Feb. 4, 2013. So cute!

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Melissa McCarthy At The 2012 Academy Awards

Melissa McCarthy At The 2012 Academy Awards — Melissa McCarthy is radiant in pink at the 84th Annual Academy Awards on Feb. 26, 2012. She was there for her part in Bridesmaids.

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Melissa McCarthy At The Palm Springs International Film Festival

Melissa McCarthy At The Palm Springs International Film Festival — Melissa McCarthy looks nice in navy at the 23rd Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Gala on Jan. 7, 2012. She had her hair in curls and woere peep-toe heels.

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Melissa McCarthy At The Premiere Of ‘Bridesmaids’

Melissa McCarthy At The Premiere Of ‘Bridesmaids’ — Melissa McCarthy strikes a pose at the premiere of ‘Bridesmaids’ on Apr. 28, 2011. She was a hit in the comedy, which also starred Maya Rudolph, Rose Byrne, and Kristen Wiig.

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Melissa McCarthy In 2006

Melissa McCarthy In 2006 — Melissa McCarthy smiles at the CW Television Network Summer Party on Jul. 17, 2006. She wore a green cardigan and a patterned dress.

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