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'Glee's' Amber Riley Dropped Two Dress Sizes: How Did She Do It?

By Lindsay Silberman | TV Guide – Thu, Feb 23, 2012 7:20 AM PST

Getty ImagesIf you've seen photos of Glee's Amber Riley at the NAACP Image Awards on Feb. 17, you probably noticed that the 26-year-old actress looked a bit different.

"I dropped two dress sizes!" she told People, about her new, slimmer figure.

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But how exactly did she do it? Riley credits the weight loss with a new diet and exercise plan. She cut out fast foods and "decided I was going to make a change and eat healthier."

The actress has been sticking with her regimen since last July, after she was forced to see a doctor due to chronic stomach pains.

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The seven-month health kick has obviously paid off. Riley says the costume department on set has had to tailor a lot of her pants and dresses to accommodate her slimmer frame. They've also had to buy "a lot of new clothes for me."

Even before losing weight, the Los Angeles-born actress considered herself a confident woman. "I've always been comfortable with my size," says Riley. "I just decided it was time to get healthy."

See Riley performing Whitney Houston's "I Will Always Love You" on "Glee":

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1,964 comments

Yakira • Salisbury, Maryland • 23 days ago
She Looks Great ! Love Her !
Nancy • Burbank, California • 3 months ago
So many haters complaining that she shouldn't try to lose weight because it's part of who she is. Obesity is a disease that causes many health problems. Good for her for getting healthy.
- Devesh 3 months ago
  Willingly stuffing your face with big macs is not a disease.
- Cadillac Blues 3 months ago
  Obesity shouldnt be part of who ANYONE is
- dontuworryaboutit 3 months ago
  Devesh you have a lot to learn!
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caffeinecritter • 3 months ago
I love her no matter what size she is. She's so pretty. Proves confidence counts more than a number on the scale or on an article of clothes.
nigerian_princess • Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania • 3 months ago
Good for her! She easily could have taken the Jennifer Hudson/Valerie Bertenelli way out and endorse a program but she did what worked for her, privately. And she's not a stick! Some people are just not meant to be size 2. And for all the idiots that are saying the weight loss will affect her character, you obviously don't even watch Glee if all you think she plays is the fat black girl. Mercedes will always be Mercedes. Now she's just healthier!
Take That • Reno, Nevada • 3 months ago
I love her...I love her....I love her.
Shelia • 3 months ago
She looks amazing. Love you on Glee. You are diffinately the best of all the singers. Ignore the haters. You are beautiful and talented and they are not. Wish you the best.
- Jessica 3 months ago
  I agree!!!
- karen m 3 months ago
  She is the best singer on Glee!!!!
- karen m 3 months ago
  Also, she sang I Will Always Love You, the best I've heard any sing it besides Whitney!!!!!
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Kesha • Washington, District of Columbia • 3 months ago
Congrads! She did it the sensible way. Hope she keeps up the good work. I think if everyone lost weight by gradual changes, we wouldn't have so many obese people now.
- judyrae41 3 months ago
  You are thinking exactly right. Binge diets, purging & things like that are only temporary. Nearly EVERYONE gains the weight back. The key is eating healthy, portion size & exercise. I am betting that the cast members of Glee get quite a bit of exercise, there is a reason there aren't too many overweight dancers. Amber is being sensible about her health & that is what is most important. Her voice is amazing & I hope that she has a very long, very successful career & a very long, very healthy life.
JeffB • Oakland, California • 3 months ago
I clicked on this article to comment on "two dress sizes in 7 months...." which seems like a VERY slow & minimal weight loss for someone of her size. However, it does not look like she dropped only 2 sizes. I think she's lost more than she's getting credit for...and kudos to her.
- judyrae41 3 months ago
  People who lose weight slowly tend to keep the weight off longer & don't jeopardize their overall health as much. The hope is that they will not only lose the weight, but learn healthier eating habits to maintain the weight loss. Programs like JennyC/Nutrisystems/Weight Watchers usually only work for as long as you stay on the program & buy THEIR food. Those programs don't teach a person how to cook healthy meals using ingredients in their own kitchens. THAT is what helps people stay healthy over the course of their lives.
- Phebiekitty 3 months ago
  JeffB it is not healthy to lose weight quickly and can be dangerous. Part of learning to eat right and getting healthy involves changing the habits of a lifetime. If you go for the faswt fix you are more likely to fail and then gain all the weight back plus more!
L J S • Southampton, New York • 3 months ago
Confidence and talent are sexy, so I had no issue with her before, but she certainly looks like she extended her life by about 15 years. Good for her.

Incidentally, the difference between those pics looks more like four dress sizes, but I'm no expert.
AQUARIUS 7 • Indianapolis, Indiana • 3 months ago
Good for her! I bet she feels better!
Amy • Powder Springs, Georgia • 3 months ago
The ones posting nasty remarks are just jealous of her, she looks great.
- M 3 months ago
  Ditto. :)
Stephanie B • 3 months ago
She looks amazing! And he people, don't be hating on those that have had surgery! I had it almost 10 years ago and have maintained my 170 pound weight loss. It was not easy and I hate when people assume it is. You MUST learn to change your eating habits and your relationship with food. Good for her getting healthy. I am proud of anyone who makes the decision to lose weight and get fit!
JayDee • New York, New York • 3 months ago
Good for her. She s a beautiful young lady.
Donna • Atlanta, Georgia • 3 months ago
I'm so proud of her. She is so beautiful and so talented.
Guy • 3 months ago
she's just as cute as she was before. i still can't believe she's 26 though! i thought she was like 20 at the most.
Yolanda F • Arlington, Virginia • 3 months ago
Girl, you're looking good! Keep inspiring me as I work to do the same.
sprinkles_11 • Los Angeles, California • 3 months ago
she looks AMAZING :)
DestinyChance • 3 months ago
She looks amazing!
FED UP GIRL • Jackson, Mississippi • 3 months ago
Amber you look wonderful. Keep loving yourself!!!
A Yahoo! User • 3 months ago
She is pretty either way