Melissa McCarthy Shines in Low-Cut Dress After 95-Pound Transformation

Melissa McCarthylooked glowing in her significantly thinner body during a recent trip to New York.

The celebrity has been steadily losing weight over the past few years. During this period, she is said to have shed nearly 100 pounds.

During her weight loss journey, Melissa McCarthy has been supported by her husband, who she previously acknowledged helped her feel at ease in her own skin.

The Female Actor Donned a Bold Attire for the Appearance

Melissa McCarthy made a strong impression with her style during her trip to New York City for a guest spot on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.

It is said that the actress has shed between 75 and 95 pounds over the past few years, making her appear significantly thinner when she was seen in a low-cut black satin dress that ended just above her distinctive shoes.

She enhanced the outfit with a striking blue floral coat of comparable length, introducing a vivid burst of color to the overall look.

McCarthy finished off the look with a tote bag that exactly complemented the bold coat.

Maintaining a slim look, McCarthy styled her dark brown hair by pulling it back with extra volume at the top for a vintage style.

She also enhanced her face using a monochromatic, soft-brown makeup palette and finished the outfit with shiny chandelier-style drop earrings.

The Actress Astonished Fans With Her More Trimmed Figure During Her 'SNL' Hosting Comeback

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The arrival happens just under two months after McCarthy rejoined "Saturday Night Live."

At that time, the 54-year-old actress hosted in a dark velvet jumpsuit that accentuated her shape and emphasized her décolletage.

It was her sixth time leading the famous program, and although the achievement was significant, much of the viewers' focus was on her noticeable weight reduction.

I'm genuinely impressed by Melissa's weight loss journey," a user commented, while another wrote, "Happy to see Melissa McCarthy back on the 'SNL' stage, and she looks amazing!

Another person added, "Melissa McCarthy looks amazing on 'SNL' right now," and a fourth user wrote, "Melissa McCarthy looks GREAT!!!! And she's still the reigning queen of physical comedy, we really enjoy watching her."

Another person commented on the actress, "She's shed some good weight as well! Well done, Melissa!"

Melissa McCarthy Has Spoken Publicly About Her Weight Loss Journey

After her weight loss became noticeable, McCarthy has encountered allegations that she is using Ozempic, similar to other celebrities who have done so to attain a more slender appearance.

In reply, the actress has consistently stated that the transformation is a result of lifestyle adjustments and physical activity, such as pilates and boxing.

She has also been candid about the emotional side of her change, including sharing withPeople Magazinein 2023, the impact of the liquid diet she tried.

"I would never do that again. I felt hungry and irrational most of the time," the actress remarked regarding the diet.

The Actress Shared That She Has Improved After She 'Ceased' Concerning Her Weight

Although the diet helped her lose 70 pounds, it was clearly not a long-term solution. In time, McCarthy mentioned that she understood she had to stop obsessing over her weight in order to achieve success.

I finally told myself, 'Oh for God's sake, stop worrying about it, and it might be the best thing I've ever done,' " the actress said during a CBS appearance. "I genuinely stopped focusing on [my weight].

She said, "I ceased over-analyzing, over-thinking, and over-doing things... I stopped constantly worrying about it, and I believe there's some value in relaxing and not being so anxious and strict about it, which strangely has proven effective."

Melissa McCarthy's Spouse Assisted Her in Feeling at Ease in Her Own Skin

A significant part of McCarthy's health journey involves her husband, Ben Falcone, with whom she has been married for more than two decades.

In a 2023 conversation withPeople magazine,The actress mentioned that he helped her feel secure in her own skin, particularly during online criticism regarding her weight.

"Because he's always loving and kind. And funny, and the most unusual person I know, honestly," she said about her husband at that time.

The mother of two said, "At some point in my 30s, I realized 'I'm fine with who I am.' And if others weren't happy about it, that's fine as well. At a certain stage, I understood, 'Not everyone is going to like you.' You have to discover this the tough way, but it's a valuable [lesson]."

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