Lizzo made a stunning appearance at the Vanity Fair Oscars party on Sunday, proudly displaying her 60-pound weight loss in a daring sheer plunging gown that highlighted her cleavage. The Grammy-winning singer, aged 37, commanded attention on the red carpet in a ruffled brown ensemble that accentuated her assets, accessorised with simple suede heels and large gold hoop earrings. She also debuted a shorter blonde hairstyle for the star-studded event.
Lizzo's Weight Release Journey and Mental Health Struggles
Lizzo has publicly described her transformation as a 'weight release' journey, losing approximately 60 pounds or 16 percent of her body fat by early 2025. She has been documenting this health journey through social media posts over the past three years. In a November 2025 Substack essay, Lizzo addressed critics of her body transformation, emphasising that her journey was never about becoming 'thin.'
'I don't even think it's possible for me to be considered actually thin,' Lizzo wrote. 'I will always have the stretch, and the skin of a woman who carries great weight. And I'm proud of that. Even when the world doesn't want me to be.'
Overcoming Depression and Legal Challenges
Lizzo revealed that she embarked on her health overhaul in 2023 during a period of severe depression and suicidal thoughts following a 'vicious scandal.' This referred to a lawsuit filed by her former backup dancers, who accused her of sexual harassment, fat-shaming, and fostering a hostile work environment—allegations Lizzo has vehemently denied.
She explained that her initial weight loss was unintentional, occurring during a time of 'self-loathing and self-neglect.' However, this led to a breakthrough in therapy, inspiring her to intentionally care for her body. Lizzo described her previous weight as a 'protective shield, a joyful comfort zone, and even sometimes a super hero suit,' but expressed a desire to 'release myself from it.'
Body Positivity and Personal Evolution
The 'Good as Hell' hitmaker asserted that women should be allowed to change if they wish, clarifying that her goal was to alter 'how I felt in my body.' She maintains her identity as a 'proud big girl,' stating, 'And I love myself as I've loved myself no matter what the scale says.'
Oscars 2026 Highlights and Winners
Meanwhile, the 98th Academy Awards concluded the 2026 awards season with 'One Battle After Another' winning Best Picture. The film, led by Leonardo DiCaprio and centered on ex-revolutionaries rescuing a comrade's daughter, earned six awards, including Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay for Paul Thomas Anderson.
Major Acting Awards and Surprises
Michael B. Jordan, aged 39, shocked audiences by upsetting favourite Timothee Chalamet to win Best Actor for 'Sinners,' a film about brothers confronting vampires in their hometown. Jessie Buckley, 36, secured Best Actress for 'Hamnet.' Sean Penn earned his third Oscar for Best Supporting Actor in 'One Battle After Another,' though he was absent from the ceremony.
Amy Madigan, 75, won Best Supporting Actress for 'Weapons,' while Ryan Coogler received his first Oscar for Best Original Screenplay for 'Sinners.' Autumn Durald Arkapaw's win for Best Cinematography on 'Sinners' was a touching moment, and 'KPop Demon Hunters' made history by winning Best Animated Feature Film.
