Aretha Franklin | Diabetes | Lost: 100 pounds

A legend in the entertainment industry, Aretha Franklin, has been around for a long time. Her career has inspired so many people and younger artists, and she, herself, has been hailed as one of the most looked-up to celebrities in Hollywood.

Though her reputation was quite astounding, she was always known to be on the heavier side. Little did she know that her weight was already a hint of what was to come. After getting diagnosed with a serious health condition, the singer’s weight skyrocketed to 300 pounds! She knew she had to step up her game when it came to her health, so she decided to spend her investment money on a specialized team to come up with her diet and exercise. The group did a great job because Aretha was able to lose up to 100 pounds. It was undoubtedly a good decision on Aretha’s end.