Melissa Mccarthy Stuns At Hollywood Event – Here'S Why Everyone'S Talking

  • By Avery
  • Nov. 20, 2025, 6:30 a.m.

A Show-Stopping Entrance

Melissa McCarthy, the celebrated actress known for her comedic chops, has been turning heads with her remarkable weight loss journey. Last night, she stepped out in style at the ELLE Women in Hollywood 2025 celebration, radiating confidence and elegance. Her outfit of choice? A bold, voluminous floral gown adorned with vibrant orange flowers. She completed her ensemble with matching orange platform boots and a chic black velvet clutch, making a statement that was impossible to ignore.

Speculation and Curiosity

With any celebrity transformation, there's always a buzz of speculation. Rumors have swirled that McCarthy might be using a weight loss drug like Ozempic, though the star has kept mum on the subject. Even the legendary Barbra Streisand couldn't resist chiming in. Last year, Streisand commented on McCarthy's Instagram post, asking if she was on Ozempic. Although the comment was quickly deleted, it had already gone viral. Streisand later clarified, "She looked fantastic! I just wanted to pay her a compliment. I forgot the world is reading!"

“The takeaway, Barbra Streisand knows I exist. She reached out to me, and she thought I looked good! I win the day," McCarthy playfully responded in a video on her Instagram.

McCarthy's Refreshing Perspective

Melissa McCarthy has been refreshingly open about her weight loss journey and how she's shifted her mindset over the years. In a candid interview with CBS back in 2015, she shared, "I finally said [to myself], ‘Oh for God’s sake, stop worrying about it,’ and it may be the best thing I’ve ever done." Her approach has been less about strict diets and more about letting go of constant worry. In her past, McCarthy tried extreme diets, like a four-month all-liquid plan, which left her feeling "starved and crazy." Now, she's focused on balance and self-acceptance.

In a conversation with Refinery29, McCarthy emphasized, "The thing is, if that is the most interesting thing about me, I need to go have a lavender farm in Minnesota and give this up." She's a firm believer that there's more to women than just their appearance and has made it clear that her weight is not the defining aspect of her life or career.

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