Top 50 Celebrities with Lipedema Who Are Raising Awareness

Lipedema is a condition that affects people both celebrities and non-celebrities alike. This condition, which causes uncomfortable and sometimes painful swelling in the legs, hips, buttocks, and abdomen, can be very difficult for those who have it to cope with on a daily basis. With celebrities, we always have higher expectations. However, we should take a more relaxed look at their bodies and focus our recognition on their contributions. Here is a list of 50 Celebrities With Lipedema.

1. Julia Robert

Name	Julia Fiona Roberts
Date of birth	October 28, 1967
Place of birth	Smyrna, Georgia, U.S.
Occupation	Actress

Julia Fiona Roberts is a well-known American actress and producer. She is recognized for her humanitarian work and social activism, particularly her advocacy for education and HIV/AIDS research. She also remains one of the most popular and influential actresses in Hollywood, with a celebrated legacy of acting achievements. Although there are rumors online about Julia Roberts possibly having lipedema, the actress has not confirmed or denied any such diagnosis. 

2. Mariah Carey 

Name	Mariah Carey
Date of birth	March 27, 1969
Place of birth	Huntington, New York, U.S.
Occupation	Singer, songwriter, record producer, and actress

Mariah Carey was born in Long Island, New York on March 27, 1969.  Mariah Carey is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and actress. Referred to as the “Songbird Supreme” by Guinness World Records, she is noted for her five-octave vocal range, melismatic singing style, improvisation skills, signature use of the whistle register, and songwriting.  

3. Victoria Beckham

Name	Victoria Beckham
Date of birth	April 17, 1974
Place of birth	Harlow, Essex, England
Occupation	Fashion designer, singer, and television personality

Victoria Caroline Beckham OBE is an English fashion designer, singer, and television personality. She gained widespread fame in the 1990s as a member of the girl group Spice Girls and has since become known for her successful fashion career.  After her diagnosis, She spoke out on social media about her struggles with lipedema and encouraged other women to seek help if they were suffering from similar symptoms.

4. Britney Spears

Name	Britney Jean Spears
Date of birth	December 2, 1981
Place of birth	McComb, Mississippi, United States
Occupation	Singer and songwriter

Britney Jean Spears is an American singer and songwriter. Often referred to as the “Princess of Pop”, she is credited with influencing the revival of teen pop during the late 1990s and early 2000s. After appearing in stage productions and television series, Spears signed with Jive Records in 1997 at age fifteen. Spears has been vocal about the importance of self-care and mental health, and has spoken out about the negative impact of body shaming and unrealistic beauty standards in the entertainment industry.

5. Jennifer Lawrence

Name	Jennifer Shrader Lawrence
Date of birth	August 15, 1990
Place of birth	Indian Hills, Kentucky, U.S.
Occupation	Actress

Jennifer Shrader Lawrence was born on August 15, 1990, in Louisville, Kentucky. Her career began when she traveled to Manhattan at the age of fourteen after dropping out of the 8th grade. However, she is the world’s highest-paid actress in 2015 and 2016, her films have grossed over $6 billion worldwide to date. She appeared in Time’s 100 most influential people in the world list in 2013 and the Forbes Celebrity 100 list from 2013 to 2016. Throughout her Hollywood career, She has argued that unrealistic beauty standards are damaging to women’s self-esteem and have a harmful impact on women’s mental health. 

6. Maisie Smith 

Name	Maisie Louise Collender Smith
Date of birth	July 9, 2001
Place of birth	Southend, Essex, England
Occupation	Actress and Singer

Maisie Smith was born in Essex. In 2006, she secured a role in The Other Boleyn Girl. In 2008, she landed the regular role of Tiffany Dean in the UK soap opera EastEnders. Maisie first appeared on the show on 1st April 2008. Maisie has always been confident about her body and wants people to stop thinking about their lipedema legs and instead have a healthy pair of legs.

7. Queen Latifah

Name	Queen Latifah
Date of birth	March 18, 1970
Place of birth	Newark, New Jersey, United States
Occupation	Rapper, actress, and singer

Queen Latifah is an American actress, singer, and rapper. She has openly spoken about her struggles with body image leading to lipedema and the pressures of the entertainment industry. By embracing her curves and promoting self-acceptance, she has become an inspiration to many people around the world. It helps to reduce stigma and misconceptions about the condition, which affects millions of people worldwide.

8. Rihanna

Name	Robyn Rihanna Fenty
Date of birth	February 20, 1988
Place of birth	Bridgetown, Barbados
Occupation	Singer, actress, and businesswoman

Rihanna, whose full name is Robyn Rihanna Fenty, is a multi-talented artist from Barbados. With her music that cuts across different genres including R&B, reggae, and pop, Rihanna has established herself as an international superstar, winning multiple awards for her contribution to the music industry.

It is important to note that Ashley Graham, not Rihanna, is known for being comfortable and proud of her physique despite having lipedema. Ashley embraces the beauty of all body types and is a role model for promoting body positivity and inclusion in the fashion industry. 

9. Kate Winslet

Name	Kate Elizabeth Winslet
Date of birth	October 5, 1975
Place of birth	Reading, Berkshire, England
Occupation	Actress

Kate Elizabeth Winslet was born in Reading, Berkshire, into a family of thespians — parents Roger Winslet and Sally Anne Bridges-Winslet were both stage actors, maternal grandparents Oliver and Linda Bridges ran the Reading Repertory Theatre, and uncle Robert Bridges was a fixture in London’s West End theatre district. Kate came into her talent at an early age.She has spoken publicly about the importance of representing women in film and television in a way that reflects the diversity and complexities of real-life women. 

10. Heidi Klum

Name	Heidi Klum
Date of birth	June 1, 1973
Place of birth	Germany
Occupation	Model, television host, producer, and businesswoman

Heidi Klum is a model, television host, producer, and businesswoman of German and American descent. She was featured on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue in 1998 and was the first German model to become a Victoria’s Secret Angel. There has been speculation that Heidi Klum suffers from lipedema. But, She has also promoted a healthy body image and emphasized the importance of self-care and self-love. 

11. Alicia Keys

Name	Alicia Keys
Date of birth	January 25, 1981
Place of birth	New York City, United States
Occupation	Singer, songwriter, and pianist

Alicia Keys is an accomplished musician, actress, and philanthropist who has made a significant impact in multiple fields. Alicia is also a passionate humanitarian who has founded and supported various charitable initiatives, with a particular focus on empowering and supporting women and girls. While there is no credible information or evidence to suggest that Alicia Keys has lipedema, some publications have pointed out a visible accumulation of subcutaneous fat in the area above her knees in everyday images.

12. Selena Gomez

Name	Selena Marie Gomez
Date of birth	July 22, 1992
Place of birth	Grand Prairie, Texas, U.S
Occupation	singer, actress, and businesswoman, producer

Selena Marie Gomez is a highly accomplished American singer, actress, producer, and businesswoman. Despite publicly discussing her struggles with health issues, such as lupus, lipedema,… Selena has remained resilient and positive in her public image. In addition to entertaining and inspiring fans through her music and acting, she is a passionate advocate for women’s rights and encourages body positivity. Selena has continued to be a role model for millions of fans around the world.. 

13. Demi Lovato

Name	Demi Lovato
Date of birth	August 20, 1992
Place of birth	Albuquerque, New Mexico, U.S.
Occupation	Singer, songwriter, and actress

Demetria “Demi” Devonne Lovato is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. After appearing on the children’s television series Barney & Friends, Lovato rose to prominence for playing Mitchie Torres in the musical television film Camp Rock and its sequel Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam. She has used her platform to raise awareness and help others who are dealing with lipedema.

14. Adele

Name	Adele Laurie Blue Adkins
Date of birth	May 5, 1988
Place of birth	Tottenham, London, United Kingdom
Occupation	Singer, Songwriter

Adele Laurie Blue Adkins, known professionally as Adele, is a British singer and songwriter. She was born on May 5, 1988, in London, England. Adele has a powerful voice with a soulful and emotional quality that resonates with listeners. Despite her huge success, Adele has remained down-to-earth and relatable, frequently speaking out about her struggles with body image and love life. She has become a role model for many, inspiring people with her vulnerability and authenticity. 

15. Lizzo

Name	Melissa Viviane Jefferson
Date of birth	April 27, 1988
Place of birth	Detroit, Michigan, United States
Occupation	Singer, rapper, and flutist

Lizzo was born Melissa Viviane Jefferson on April 27, 1988 in Detroit, Michigan & raised in Houston, Texas. She attained mainstream success with the release of her third studio album which peaked in the top five of the US Billboard 200.  In addition, Lizzo has become an icon of body positivity and self-love and is celebrated for her confident persona and empowering messages about body acceptance.

16. Chrissy Metz

Name	Chrissy Metz
Date of birth	September 29, 1980
Place of birth	Homestead, Florida, US
Occupation	Actress and singer

Chrissy Metz is an American actress and singer. She is best known for her role as Kate Pearson in the television series “This Is Us”. Before fame, she had minor roles in several television series, including “My Name Is Earl”, “American Horror Story”, and “Entourage”. Besides her acting career, she has also pursued a career in music and released her debut single “Talking to God” in 2020. Her work as an actress and singer, and her advocacy for self-love and size inclusivity, have helped to challenge stereotypes and promote a more positive and accepting view of diverse body types.

17. Kelly Clarkson

Name	Kelly Clarkson
Date of birth	April 24, 1982
Place of birth	Fort Worth, Texas, U.S.
Occupation	Singer, songwriter, author, and television personality

Kelly Clarkson, the American singer, and television personality has been open about her battles with body image and weight loss over the years including lipedema. In a 2020 interview, Clarkson shared her struggles with weight loss and how she had learned to accept and love her body despite the challenges. She also shared the importance of focusing on health and well-being rather than conforming to societal beauty standards.

18. Ashley Graham

Name	Ashley Graham
Date of birth	October 30, 1987
Place of birth	United States
Occupation	Model and television presenter

Ashley Graham Ervin (born October 30, 1987) is an American plus-sized model and television presenter. Ashley Graham is a body positivity advocate and used her platform to raise awareness of lipedema, sharing photos of her legs and discussing the pain and discomfort that the condition can cause. She has shown that it is possible to be confident and beautiful, even when facing challenges related to physical appearance, and has inspired many people to embrace their bodies and love themselves for who they are.

19. Christina Hendricks

Name	Christina Hendricks
Date of birth	May 3, 1975
Place of birth	Knoxville, Tennessee, U.S.
Occupation	Actress and former model

Christina Hendricks is a Knoxville, Tennessee-born American actor. She is best known for her portrayal of Joan Holloway on the popular TV program “Mad Men.” Furthermore, Hendricks is known for her unique look, including her red hair and hourglass figure, as well as lipedema marks, which have been credited with defying Hollywood’s conventional beauty standards.

20. Khloe Kardashian

Name	Khloé Alexandra Kardashian
Date of birth	June 27, 1984
Place of birth	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupation	Media personality and socialite

Khloé Alexandra Kardashian is an American media personality and socialite. Since 2007, she has starred with her family in the reality television series Keeping Up with the Kardashians. Its success has led to the creation of spin-offs, including Kourtney and Khloé Take Miami and Kourtney and Khloé Take The Hamptons. She has also been a spokesperson for multiple brands and has used her platform to advocate for body positivity and self-love.

21. Kimberly Kardashian 

Name	Kimberly Noel Kardashian
Date of birth	October 21, 1980
Place of birth	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupation	Socialite, media personality, and businesswoman

Kimberly Noel Kardashian is an American socialite, media personality, and businesswoman. She first gained media attention as a friend and stylist of Paris Hilton, but received wider notice after the sex tape Kim Kardashian, Superstar, shot in 2003 with her then-boyfriend Ray J, was released in 2007. She was declared to have lipedema, a medical condition used by the disproportionate accumulation of fat cells in the legs and sometimes arms leading to chronic pain, swelling, and mobility issues. However, Kim Kardashian has not confirmed or spoken publicly about whether she has lipedema.

22. Kathy Bates

Name	Kathleen Doyle Bates
Date of birth	June 28, 1948
Place of birth	Memphis, Tennessee, United States
Occupation	Actor and director

Kathleen Doyle Bates (born June 28, 1948) and raised in Memphis, Tennessee is an American actor and director. Kathy Bates, the renowned American actress, and director has publicly shared her struggles with lymphedema, a medical condition. By sharing her story and advocating for greater understanding and support, she has helped to combat negative stereotypes and misconceptions about living with chronic medical conditions

23. Debbie Harry 

Name	Deborah Ann Harry
Date of birth	July 1, 1945
Place of birth	Miami, Florida, U.S.
Occupation	Singer, songwriter and actress

Deborah Ann Harry is an American singer, songwriter, and actress, best known as the lead vocalist of the band Blondie. Four of her songs with the band reached No. 1 on the US charts between 1979 and 1981. Born in Miami, Florida, Harry was adopted as an infant and raised in Hawthorne, New Jersey. Deborah Ann Harry has been open about her lipedema experience and advocates for each individual’s body.

24. Amy Bath Schumer

Name	Amy Schumer
Date of birth	June 1, 1981
Place of birth	New York City, New York, United States
Occupation	Actress, writer, comedian

Amy Beth Schumer is an American comedian, writer and actress from Manhattan who is known for Trainwreck, Last Comic Standing, Snatched, Expecting Amy, Price Check, I Feel Pretty, The Humans and Inside Amy Schumer. She is married to chef Chris Fischer and had a son. Amy Schumer has been open about her experience with lipedema and has used her platform to raise awareness and help others who are dealing with the condition.

25. Bleta Rexha

Name	Bleta Rexha
Date of birth	August 30, 1989
Place of birth	New York City, U.S.
Occupation	Singer and songwriter

Bebe Rexha is an American singer, and songwriter. Rexha began her music career as a songwriter, co-writing songs for various artists including Eminem, and Rihanna,… After signing with Warner Records in 2013, Rexha received songwriting credits on Eminem’s single “The Monster” and has also contributed songwriting to songs recorded by Shinee, Selena Gomez, and Nick Jonas. She has noted that she always accepts her body and appreciates the things that it can do, rather than focusing on its appearance. 

26. Rebel Wilson

Name	Rebel Wilson
Date of birth	March 2, 1980
Place of birth	Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Occupation	Actress, comedian, writer, singer, and producer

Rebel Melanie Elizabeth Wilson is an Australian actress, comedian, writer, singer, and producer. She has a Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Arts (Theatre and Film) double degree from the University of New South Wales. Despite having lipedema, Rebel has never let it hold her back or define her. She has been a strong advocate for body positivity and self-love, encouraging others to embrace their natural body shapes and sizes. By sharing her own journey, Rebel has helped to destigmatize lipedema and raise awareness about this condition that affects many people. 

27. Nelly Furtado

Name	Nelly Furtado
Date of birth	December 2, 1978
Place of birth	Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Occupation	Singer, and songwriter.

Nelly Kim Furtado was born on December 2, 1978 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. She first gained fame with her trip-hop-inspired debut album, Whoa, Nelly! (2000), which was a critical and commercial success that spawned two top 10 singles on the Billboard Hot 100, I’m Like a Bird and Turn Off the Light. Nelly has shared that lipedema has been difficult for her to deal with emotionally, as it has made her feel self-conscious and impacted her body image. However, she has also noted that she has learned to accept her body and appreciate the things that it can do, rather than focusing on its appearance.  

28. Wendy Williams

Name	Wendy Williams
Date of birth	July 18, 1964
Place of birth	Asbury Park, New Jersey, United States
Occupation	American broadcaster, media personality, and writer

Wendy Williams was born in Asbury Park, New Jersey, USA on July 18, 1964. Whoa, Nelly! (2000), her trip-hop-inspired debut album, was a critical and commercial success, yielding two top 10 songs on the Billboard Hot 100. She has talked about how the condition has caused her legs to become enlarged and painful, affecting her self-confidence and overall quality of life. Wendy Williams has also been a vocal advocate for body positivity, encouraging her viewers to love themselves at any size and feel confident in their own skin.

29. Kirstie Alley

Name	Kirstie Alley
Date of birth	January 12, 1951
Place of birth	Wichita, Kansas, United States
Occupation	Actress

Kirstie Louise Alley is an American actress (January 12, 1951 – December 5, 2022). She has appeared in numerous movies and television series, including her breakout role as Rebecca Howe in the NBC sitcom Cheers. Over the course of her career, Alley has won several awards and nominations for her acting, including an Emmy Award and a Golden Globe.

She is also known for her activism related to health and wellness, including her creation of the weight loss program “Organic Liaison”. Alley has shared that she went through several misdiagnoses before she finally found out that she had lipedema. She described her experience as feeling “like a freak” due to the abnormal size of her legs and hips despite being a fit and healthy individual.

30. Mýa Marie Harrison

Name	Mýa Marie Harrison
Date of birth	October 10, 1979
Place of birth	Washington D.C, United States
Occupation	Singer, songwriter, actress and dancer

Mya Marie Harrison was born on October 10, 1979 in Washington D.C. She’s an American R&B/pop singer, entertainer, philanthropist & actress known professionally as Mýa. She has been a positive role model for those who are dealing with lipedema or other body-related struggles. By sharing her experiences and journey, she has helped to break down barriers and promote greater understanding and acceptance of people with all types of bodies. 

31. Kylie Jenner

Name	Kylie Jenner
Date of birth	August 10, 1997
Place of birth	Los Angeles, California, United States
Occupation	Media personality, socialite, and businesswoman

Kylie Kristen Jenner is an American media personality, socialite, and businesswoman. She starred in the reality television series Keeping Up with the Kardashians from 2007 to 2021 and is the founder and owner of the cosmetic company Kylie Cosmetics. There have been rumors circulating online that Kylie Jenner, the reality TV personality and businesswoman, has lipedema, although it is not too obvious, if you look closely, you can see signs of fat edema around the knee area.

32. Danielle Brooks

Name	Danielle Brooks
Date of birth	September 17, 1989
Place of birth	Augusta, Georgia, U.S.
Occupation	Actress and singer

Danielle Brittany Brooks is an American actress and singer. She is best known for her roles as Tasha “Taystee” Jefferson on the comedy-drama series Orange Is the New Black and Leota Adebayo on the superhero series Peacemaker. By sharing her experiences and journey, she has helped to break down barriers and promote greater understanding and acceptance of people with all types of bodies.

33. Iskra Lawrence

Name	Iskra Arabella Lawrence
Date of birth	September 11, 1990
Place of birth	United Kingdom
Occupation	Model

Iskra Lawrence is a British model and body positivity activist. Iskra has modeled for a number of popular brands, including Aerie, Boohoo, and L’Oréal,… In addition to her successful modeling career, Iskra has become known for her advocacy for body positivity and mental health. She has spoken publicly about her own struggles with eating disorders and has worked to promote body diversity and acceptance in the fashion industry.

34. Mischa Barton 

Name	Mischa Barton
Date of birth	24 January 1986
Place of birth	Hammersmith, London, England
Occupation	Actor

Mischa Anne Marsden Barton is a British-American film, television, and stage actress. She began her career on the stage, appearing in Tony Kushner’s Slavs! and took the lead in James Lapine’s Twelve Dreams at New York City’s Lincoln Center. However, She was secretly filmed and revealed in video footage in which her legs appeared to be disproportionately big for the rest of her body and lipedema.

35. Gabourey Sidibe

Name	Gabourey Sidibe
Date of birth	May 6, 1983
Place of birth	New York, New York, U.S.
Occupation	Actress

Gabourey Sidibe is an American actress. She first rose to prominence in 2009 for her role as Precious in the film “Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire”. For her performance, she received critical acclaim and was nominated for several awards, including an Academy Award for Best Actress. 

After her success with “Precious”, she went on to star in several other films and television shows, including “American Horror Story”, “Empire”, and “Antebellum”,… She is a celeb who promotes a more accepting and inclusive view of body types in the media and has inspired countless people around the world to embrace their bodies and their inherent worth.

36. Tess Holliday

Name	Ryann Maegen Hoven
Date of birth	July 5, 1985
Place of birth	Laurel, Mississippi, U.S.
Occupation	Plus-size model, blogger, and make-up artist

Ryann Maegen Hoven, known professionally as Tess Holliday and formerly known as Tess Munster, is an American plus-size model, blogger, and make-up artist based in Los Angeles. She became a professional model in 2011 while working as a receptionist at a Los Angeles dental office. Holliday also self-describes as a “body-positive activist”. She embraces the word ‘fat’ or ‘lipedema’,… and advocates that people should be able to eat as much and whatever they want without suffering from social ostracism.

37. Kelly Osbourne

Name	Kelly Michelle Lee Osbourne
Date of birth	October 27, 1984
Place of birth	Westminster, London, England
Occupation	Television personality, singer, actress, model, and fashion designer

Kelly Michelle Lee Osbourne is a British actress, singer, fashion model, and television personality from Westminster, London. She is known for her roles in Austin Powers in Goldmember, The Masked Singer UK, Phineas & Ferb, … She rose to fame in the early 2000s as one of the stars of the reality television series “The Osbournes”, which documented the lives of her family members, including her father, rock legend Ozzy Osbourne. She has been open about her struggles with lipedema and has used her platform to raise awareness about health.

38. Sarah Jessica Parker 

Name	Sarah Jessica Parker
Date of birth	March 25, 1965
Place of birth	Nelsonville, Ohio, United States
Occupation	Actress and television producer

Sarah Jessica Parker is an American actress, producer, and fashion icon known for her roles in “Sex and the City” and other hit television shows and movies. Through her work and personal life, Sarah Jessica Parker has shown that true beauty comes from confidence and self-acceptance, regardless of body type or age. She continues to inspire women around the world to embrace their own bodies and celebrate their individuality. 

39. Lena Dunham

Name	Lena Dunham
Date of birth	May 13, 1986
Place of birth	New York, New York, United States
Occupation	Writer, director, actress, and producer

Lena Dunham is an American actress, writer, director, and producer known for her work on the HBO series “Girls”. Dunham has been an outspoken advocate for body positivity and has been open about her own struggles with body image She has faced criticism and scrutiny over her appearance throughout her career, with some commenting on her weight, clothing choices, and overall aesthetics. Despite this, Dunham has continued to use her platform to promote body acceptance and diversity in the entertainment industry. 

40. Chloe Marshall

Name	Chloe Elizabeth Marshall
March 27, 1991 (age 32 years),	March 27, 1991
Place of birth	Cranleigh, Surrey, England
Occupation	Model

Chloe Marshall is a British plus-size model and body positivity activist. Born on March 27, 1991, she made history in 2008 by becoming the first size 16 model to reach the finals of the Miss England beauty pageant. Marshall’s success sparked a conversation about body diversity in the modeling industry and helped to pave the way for more models of all shapes and sizes to gain recognition.

41. Denise Bidot

Name	Denise Marie Bidot
Date of birth	June 13, 1986
Place of birth	Miami, Florida, United States
Occupation	Plus-size fashion model

Denise Bidot is a Puerto Rican-Kuwaiti plus-size model, television personality, and body positivity advocate. Born on June 13, 1986, in Miami, Florida, Bidot has been at the forefront of the body positivity movement in the fashion industry and has challenged traditional beauty standards through her work as a model and influencer. She continues to inspire women of all sizes to embrace their natural curves and to recognize that there is beauty in diversity.

42. Hayley Hasselhoff

Name	Hayley Amber Hasselhoff
Date of birth	August 26, 1992
Place of birth	Los Angeles, California, United States
Occupation	Actress, Plus-size fashion model

Hayley Hasselhoff is an American actress, plus-size model. Hasselhoff has modelled for several high-profile brands and has been featured in some of the world’s top fashion magazines, including Marie Claire, Grazia, and her historic cover for Playboy Germany in 2021.  Through her work as a model, actress, and body positivity activist, Hayley Hasselhoff is helping to redefine beauty standards in the fashion industry and promote self-acceptance and inclusivity for women of all sizes.

43. Hunter McGrady

Name	Hunter Sienna McGrady
Date of birth	May 4, 1993
Place of birth	Los Angeles, California, United States
Occupation	Plus-size model

Hunter McGrady is an American model, born on May 4, 1993. McGrady started her career as a straight sized model at age 15. She has also walked the runway for well-known designers such as Chromat, Tadashi Shoji, The Blonds, and Christian Siriano. In addition to her modeling work, McGrady has also contributed to publications such as Glamour and Teen Vogue, where she writes about fashion, beauty and body positivity.

44. Nadia Aboulhosn

Name	Nadia Aboulhosn
Date of birth	September 13, 1988
Place of birth	Orlando, Florida, United States
Occupation	Fashion blogger, model, and designer

Nadia Aboulhosn is an American fashion blogger, model, designer. Aboulhosn’s journey to becoming a body positive model started when she began sharing photos of her outfits online, initially as a creative hobby. Her size-inclusive fashion sense attracted thousands of followers to her blog and social media channels, allowing her to launch her own fashion line in 2015.

45. Brooke Elliott

Name	Brooke Elliott
Date of birth	November 16, 1974
Place of birth	Fridley, Minnesota, United States
Occupation	Actress and singer

Brooke Elliott is an American actress, born on November 16, 1974. She is best known for her role as Jane Bingum in the television series, “Drop Dead Diva.” Elliott’s career began in theater, where she performed in various productions on Broadway and in national tours. In 2009, Elliott landed the lead role in “Drop Dead Diva,” a show that challenged traditional beauty standards and promoted body positivity…

46. Roseanne Barr

Name	Roseanne Cherrie Barr
Date of birth	November 3, 1952
Place of birth	Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
Occupation	Actress, comedian, writer and producer.

Roseanne Barr is an American actress, comedian, writer, and producer, born on November 3, 1952. She is known for her groundbreaking sitcom “Roseanne,” which aired from 1988 to 1997 and was revived briefly in 2018. Barr has always embraced her larger size and has been outspoken about the importance of self-acceptance and confidence. She has been an inspiration to many for her bold and unapologetic attitude, challenging societal norms and promoting body positivity.

47. Ashley Fink

Name	Ashley Rae Fink
Date of birth	November 20, 1986
Place of birth	Houston, Texas, United States
Occupation	Actress and singer

Ashley Fink is an American actress and singer, born on November 20, 1986. She is known for her work on the television series “Glee” n “Glee,” Fink played the character of Lauren Zizes, a larger girl who was unapologetic about her size and had a strong sense of self-worth. The character was a refreshing change from the stereotypical portrayal of plus-size, lipedema women in the media, and Fink’s performance brought authenticity and humor to the role.

48. Mo’Nique

Name	Monique Angela Imes
Date of birth	December 11, 1967
Place of birth	Woodlawn, Baltimore County, Maryland, U.S
Occupation	Stand-up comedian and actress

Monique Angela Hicks, known professionally as Mo’Nique, is an American stand-up comedian and actress. She has received various accolades, including an Academy Award, BAFTA Award, Golden Globe Award, and Screen Actors Guild Award. In 2006, Mo’Nique starred in the movie “Phat Girlz,” which centered around plus-size fashion and body positivity, lipedema. Through her career and her example, Mo’Nique has shown that it is possible to be confident, beautiful, and successful at any size.

49. Shaughna Phillips

Name	Shaughna Phillips
Date of birth	April 11, 1994
Place of birth	London, England
Occupation	Models

Shaughna Phillips is a well-known British model and TV personality who starred in the 2020 season of Love Island, a popular reality dating show. Despite her rising fame, Shaughna has not shied away from speaking frankly about her struggles with the condition known as lipoedema. Through her openness, Shaughna has helped generate greater awareness of the difficulties individuals with lipoedema face on a daily basis, particularly concerning body image and confidence.

50. Shonda Rhimes

Name	Shonda Lynn Rhimes
Date of birth	January 13, 1970
Place of birth	Chicago, Illinois, United States
Occupation	Television screenwriter, producer, and author

Shonda Rhimes is an American television producer, writer, and author, born on January 13, 1970. She is best known as the creator and showrunner of hit TV shows such as “Grey’s Anatomy,” “Scandal,” and “How to Get Away with Murder.” In her TV shows, Rhimes has often championed diverse representations of women, including plus-size, lipedema women.