Jennifer Hudson Talks Weight Loss: 'I Wanted My Body Back'

Jennifer Hudson had no problem with her body -- but she's even happier now.

The "Dream Girls" star appeared on "The Ellen Degeneres Show" on Wednesday to discuss, among many things, her dramatic weight loss success story. Not that she's been shy about it -- Hudson is a national spokeswoman for Weight Watchers, having gone from a size 16 to a size 6.

"I just knew, after I had my baby, I just wanted my body back. Whatever body that was," she explained of her decision to lose the weight. "And then I realized [that] when I was pregnant, I was like, 'Man, I was wearing the same clothes I was wearing before I was pregnant.' That was kind of like a wake up call and I wanted to set a good example for my son."

Still, while the weight loss was exciting, Hudson said it doesn't define her.

"I was very comfortable. It wasn't that I couldn't do it, I just didn't see anything wrong with it. I still don't. I liked who I was then, and I like who I am now."

Still, following the initial weight loss, Hudson said she lost 20 more pounds, an impressive achievement.

Last week, Hudson appeared on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" to discuss the tragic murder of her family members.

Tune into "The Ellen Degeneres Show" weekdays at 4 PM ET.

Comments

[seriously29]

12:48 AM on 02/21/2011

You look fabulous Jeniffer. You were beautiful before, but you are healthier now. Rock it girl..
BTW, who will forget that you sing with the kind of voice you have and it is featured on each commercial.

the opposite i think will happen, when this weight watchers gig is done, people will remember you and your voice and all the other will be an afterthought.

Congrats to you Jennifer...

[wwwTHENOIREFFECTcom]

06:40 PM on 02/20/2011

Good for her. She seems to be in great spirits and looks healthy. She's been through a lot in the last few years and it's good to see her building such a beautiful family.

[lovbug]

03:16 PM on 02/20/2011

I think she should tone down on the weight loss rhetoric. It's starting to define her and some people even forget that she's a singer. Enough about weight already, we get it! I know Jenny Craig pays her but stop being defined by Jenny Craig, she has talent, she don't need Jenny Craig.

[lovbug]

03:11 PM on 02/20/2011

I just hope she doesn't get obessed with weight loss and take it overboard. She should not be regettable about her past weight, that look got her in all the movies she did because it was right for the parts. I hope she recognizes. Just say I was blessed with both weight look.

[Nicolletta]

09:56 AM on 02/20/2011

She looks great. She was always a pretty girl, but since the weight loss, her face is really so striking.

[PresidentRobertBooth]

07:02 AM on 02/19/2011

Jennifer, you look great, and give my regards to David Otunga He's doing a good job in WWE

[alex4anw]

04:08 AM on 02/19/2011

She looks wonderful and I also liked her at her larger size. I must say, though, that had she not been big she likely would not have been given the role in "Dreamgirls." Effie White, the role she played, was moved from lead to backup by her manager/boyfriend Curtis Taylor, Jr. because he wanted to promote Deena Jones, his thin girlfriend. "Effie, please...you've been late, you've been mean, and getting fatter all the time..." Check out the You Tube posting of the original musical's argument scene. If Effie is not a big girl, it simply doesn't work...

[veritas88]

02:28 AM on 02/20/2011

That argument scene was in the movie, in "It's All Over".

[lovbug]

03:12 PM on 02/20/2011

you're so right. She should be thankful and be blessed regardless of her weight. Don't let weight define her.

[katcrap]

07:55 PM on 02/18/2011

Jennifer, you still look like a fool.
And, stop telling lies. You know you were larger than a size 16, before losing the weight.

[Alfern Webb]

08:08 PM on 02/18/2011

Why does she look like a fool? And a size 16 is like shoes, depends on who the designer is. She looked like a 12 when she auditioned for American Idol. She gained weight for Dream Girls but geesh, just what is your problem with Jennifer?

She looks awesome and your comment is Katty Crap!

[veritas88]

09:21 PM on 02/18/2011

You look like a fool.

[katcrap]

04:28 PM on 02/18/2011

I'm not a fan of Jennifer Hudson. She has a ' lack- of- likeability' factor. I really do not think that I'm the only person that feels this way. I wish she would develop a personality, or maybe it's the lack of personal charisma. But there's something about her that seems off'. There's nothing about her that says star. When she sings, all I hear is a big loud noise of a voice, with no emotions. Sorry.

[veritas88]

07:41 PM on 02/18/2011

and who cares exactly?

[katcrap]

07:57 PM on 02/18/2011

those who understand maintaining a celebrity's fan base.

[Alfern Webb]

08:08 PM on 02/18/2011

That's Katty Crappy. Got a personal issue with Jennifer.

[afgail]

11:34 AM on 02/19/2011

Your name "katcrap" defines your statements correctly.

[nik101]

12:47 PM on 02/18/2011

She has been through so much heart ache, it's great to see her find joy in her life. Everyone pulls for J-Hud!

[Alfern Webb]

09:25 PM on 02/18/2011

Your comment is insensitive and disgusting. If you loved someone and lost them so tragically you might have an understanding of her grief. Talking about loved ones help heal the pain. But being as you seem to be heartless and bent on hating everything Jennifer, your comment is understandable.

[InfinteShibumi]

11:14 PM on 02/18/2011

Why are you even on this thread? Spare us your negativity. You've made it clear you do not like her. WE GOT IT.

And who would ever give themselves the name "katcrap" as a moniker, but a person unhappy with herself (or himself) and the world. Think about it

Peace.

[debra77]

12:34 PM on 02/18/2011

Gosh.. if she looks any more "afraid of her father" she is going to spout a rainbow with shooting stars.

The child obviously enjoys her daddy..

Sad that breakups become so ugly and nasty.

[RasputinsLiver]

11:29 AM on 02/18/2011

Most young female entertainers could take some real lessons form Jennifer in being classy and staying down-to-earth humble.

She's by far my most favorite celeb these days for those specific reasons. And I don't even have anything by her. I just like her as a person. The very kind of person who'd make an excellent friend, wonderful girlfriend/wife, great mom.

This woman's got the whole package, man.

[debra77]

12:36 PM on 02/18/2011

What the heck does Aniston have to do with a child custody case.

Did she and Brad have a child or children that no one knows about. Seriously your comment is a bit strange.

[RasputinsLiver]

02:03 PM on 02/18/2011

Hmm....

I guess you're not familliar with Jennifer Hudson's first name.

Odd, given you're posting on an article about her.

[RasputinsLiver]

02:06 PM on 02/18/2011

Hmm....

...I guess you're not familiar with Jennifer Hudson's first name.

Odd, given you're posting on an article about her. I'm not so sure it's my ppost that's the "strange" one.

Whattya think?

[katcrap]

04:32 PM on 02/18/2011

This goes to show ya, 'to each its' own...
I complete disagree with you. You call her down-to-earth, but I perfer to call her plain jane.
This girl has no personality.

[Alfern Webb]

08:18 PM on 02/18/2011

While your personality continues to shine through. HATER!

[veritas88]

09:22 PM on 02/18/2011

Based on your comments you have a personality which can only be compared to diarrhea.

[JenniferWest]

11:04 AM on 02/18/2011

She looks great! I've also been on a lifestyle kick over 2 years! WW is a solid program that teaches healthy habits. I went from a size 18W to a size 10. I've lost over 70 pounds and I feel great. I started running a couple times a week. I'm taking yoga this spring. I really admire all of Jennifer's hard work.

[Trying2Understand]

11:44 AM on 02/18/2011

Congrats!

[notadumbblonde]

12:30 PM on 02/18/2011

Good for you!!!! Keep it up, girl.

[mistlesuede]

10:23 AM on 02/18/2011

I admire this young woman very much. She had to suffer through American Idol to get noticed. When they didn't see what everyone else does, she went on to be a powerhouse actress and singer in Dream Girls and won awards.
She lost most of her family in a tragic shooting and pulled herself forward to make another movie The Secret Life of Bees.
She has managed now to have this incredible weight loss done safely and in a healthy way. How can you not be impressed by this young lady? I wish her well in all her future endeavors.

[SueEll]

09:17 AM on 02/18/2011

What's Hollywood waiting for -- give her a starring role in a movie -- she's a gifted actress.

[mistlesuede]

10:16 AM on 02/18/2011

She was in Dream Girls and won awards?

[SueEll]

10:29 AM on 02/18/2011

er ... I meant another movie role.

[JenniferWest]

10:59 AM on 02/18/2011

She WON an oscar!

[SueEll]

11:08 AM on 02/18/2011

Don't yell at me, I know that.

[Kathryn Lively]

11:17 AM on 02/18/2011

That's right. Hollywood should give her the chance to win another one. :)