Queen Latifah

Queen Latifah made a huge mark in the entertainment industry. She became well-known for her third album, Black Reign, which won her a Grammy in 1995. She also had major accomplishments as an actress, with films and TV series to her credit such as Chicago, Taxi, Hairspray, and Bessie. In addition to a Grammy, she earned an Emmy, three Actors Screen Guild Awards, a Golden Globe, and an Oscar nomination.

Being an influential role model for women, Latifah has been quite open and conscious about her lifestyle, and she was criticized often for being overweight. She began to seriously tackle her weight in 2007. Shortly after becoming a spokesperson for wellness company Jenny Craig, she began to shed some pounds. By 2010, she had lost more than 20 pounds. She has said in past interviews that she focused more on exercise than diets.