
Hot & Heavy Celebs
Jordin Sparks: This pop star has taught legions of young fans that you don't have to be stick thin to be beautiful. Little known fact: Before she won 'American Idol,' she won a model search contest for plus-size store Torrid.
Toccara Jones: Not many plus-size models make it into the pages of Vogue Italia. Then again, not many models of any size make it into that magazine. That Toccara got her own spread in 2008's all-black issue should say something.
Oprah Winfrey: Fans of the wildly successful television personality and businesswoman have seen her weight fluctuate over the years, but most have known for years what Ms. Winfrey seems to have recently figured out -- as long as she's healthy, she looks just right!
Jill Scott: On her HBO show, 'No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency,' the new mom plays a woman of "traditional build," but there's nothing traditional about this radiant and talented singer and actress.
Raven-Symone: One of this former child star's missions is to promote self-esteem in young girls. By embracing her curves and resisting the urge to conform to Hollywood's standards, she does this without even trying!
Mo'Nique: Part of her comedy career has been built on making fun of skinny girls. Since Mo'Nique recently dropped some weight to get healthy, she can rep for both sides!
Queen Latifah: Not only is Queen Latifah a triple threat actor, singer and rapper, she's also a CoverGirl. How's that for hot?
Jazmine Sullivan: In a sea of stick-thin R&B girls with weak voices, songstress Sullivan stands out with her major pipes and enviable curves!
Sherri Shepherd: Although the 'View' co-host and new Lifetime sitcom star is shrinking -- she recently donned a swimsuit on air after a summer-long weight-loss challenge -- the bubbly comedian is still has her trademark curves.
Jennifer Hudson: With a beautiful voice and a beautiful personality, J-Hud has stolen hearts and inspired legions of fans.
Sidibe told Elle about how she took a different approach to celebrating her 25th birthday:
"Part of me thought it would be weird if people knew I was a grown-up playing a teenager in 'Precious'. So I had a twenty-first-birthday party [instead]," she said. "We had drinks and went to a strip club called Shotgun Willie's."





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By: Shauna on 9/09/2010 6:17PM
Great pictures! But Gabby is not 25. I believe she is 27-28. I guess she is using her "stage age." LOL. Go Gabby.
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By: Justifyed on 9/10/2010 8:55PM
Yeah...she is 27, so not sure what that is all about, but I like the green on her.
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By: Eric on 9/11/2010 1:47PM
What's so "great"? About, "girlrilla" pictures! ..lol
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By: CuriousMind on 9/12/2010 1:40AM
Eric, leave your mother out of this. I'm sure they did the best they could.
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By: Greg on 9/10/2010 7:43AM
It should read " Gabby completely covers the entire front page of Elle". LOL, just kidding. I know I'm going to hell but I couldn't resist.
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By: NoTimeForIdiots on 9/10/2010 1:58PM
Ignorance is bliss, and you are extremely happy.
I like Gabby, because when it comes to asses like you...what she does with all the negativity and insults is excel and it's a beautiful thing. You only see her weight...I see a beautiful, outgoing, intelligent, human being. Who is making her mark in this world and paving the road for others.
So go ahead talk about her behind her back, you're in the perfect position to kiss her ass.
I hope your child is never teased or bullied at school, I would hate to see what your reaction would be.
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By: juana on 9/10/2010 8:55PM
Don't feel bad Greg....I think her weave is hideous. Money can definitely buy a better look for her
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By: Mr. Piggy on 9/10/2010 11:53AM
Oink Oink
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By: patti777 on 9/10/2010 4:05PM
She is lovely. I would love to see her 200lbs smaller. She gets winded just walking out on stage doing guest spots on talk shows. Not healthy. I wish her a long and successful career.
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By: Justifyed on 9/10/2010 8:59PM
Me too, she has so much to look forward to. I, too, would like her to lose some weight for health reasons.
I think either, weight watchers or Jenny Craig was looking to assist her, but she may need to start w/ her doctor, a nutritionist, and a personal trainer.
I am excited for her, and I wish her all the success in the world.
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