Famous British TV Presenter and Actress Before and After 12-Stone Weight Loss

She dazzled us with her charm, but behind the smile was a battle few ever saw. The beloved "Emmerdale" star didn't just lose weight — she faced a harrowing transformation that left her "revolted" by her own reflection.

She was once the bubbly size 28 star who lit up Britain's screens — but Lisa Riley's journey to self-love came with unimaginable highs and soul-crushing lows.

The "Loose Women" favorite has opened up about the gritty truth behind her stunning transformation. In 2016, Riley shocked fans when she dropped from a size 28 to a size 12, shedding an astonishing 12 stone.

But this wasn't the result of fad diets or magic pills — Riley was determined to change her lifestyle, not just her waistline.

"I have smaller portions now," she shared on Loose Women that year. "I don't believe in fad diets, even though I have tried them before. I have no food after 6.30pm. I only eat a carb if I need one and absolutely no bread or booze."

Her secret weapon? Zumba! "It's fun," she said. "I find the gym boring."

The following year, in 2017, Riley pulled back the curtain on her experience in her book "Lisa Riley's Honesty Diet." But behind the celebration was a secret struggle: the shocking aftermath of rapid weight loss — over a stone of loose, sagging skin.

"When I made the decision to lose weight, I never for one second imagined that I would end up looking like that," she said. "It never occurred to me that the loose skin would be so bad."

What should've been a triumphant moment became a personal nightmare.

"I felt like I had done so well losing the weight but I had ended up with the booby prize," Riley confessed. "I was revolted by my own image, it was rancid."

She didn't hold back, painting a raw picture of what stared back at her in the mirror.

"I was used to seeing the obese Lisa reflection, but this saggy mess was new. It was painful and it was quashing the brilliance of what I had done," she lamented.

Determined to take her body back, Riley went under the knife — and what was initially supposed to be two surgeries turned into four major procedures.

"It's not a vanity thing, it's what I want," she insisted.

She removed excess skin from her tummy, thighs, and eyes, underwent a breast lift, and walked away with scars that told a powerful story of resilience, pain, and rebirth.

Her transformation was so compelling that she chronicled it in the TV special "Lisa Riley's Baggy Body Club." Now, years later, Riley continues to inspire with her brutal honesty and unshakable strength.

See her transformation through the years below.

Radiant and ready for the spotlight! Lisa Riley beams outside BBC Radio 1 studios on 2 November 2012, wrapped in a chic grey cape and sleek all-black look as she commands attention at the iconic London landmark.

Red carpet royalty! Riley and Strictly partner Robin Windsor dazzle at the Pride of Britain Awards on 29 October 2012. Riley stuns in a vibrant blue-and-purple print gown, while Windsor turns heads in a sharp checked suit at the glittering Grosvenor House gala.

All eyes on Lisa! The Strictly star brings the glam in a sparkling royal-blue gown, blowing a playful kiss to photographers at the show’s 2012 launch on 11 September — and stealing the spotlight at BBC Television Centre.

Bold and beaming! Riley is spotted stepping out at London's Trafalgar Hotel on 11 March 2013, turning heads in a dramatic black-and-white print dress and sleek black boots during her evening arrival.

Glam goddess! Riley lights up the red carpet at Lorraine's High Street Fashion Awards on 21 May 2014, rocking glossy curls, shimmering eyeshadow, and a pop of pink lipstick for the fashion-forward affair.

Showstopping in coral! Riley makes a vibrant entrance at the VIP preview of "Katya & Pasha" at London's Lyric Theatre on 7 April 2014, standing out in a bold coral-and-black dress and classic quilted handbag.

Wrapped up in style! Riley keeps cozy in a tan quilted coat and monochrome knit dress at ITV Studios on 1 November 2016, flashing a cheerful smile as she arrives for her morning appearance.

Chic and cheerful! Riley greets photographers with a glowing grin outside ITV Studios on 26 October 2016, wrapped in a stylish grey checked coat and cream knit — the perfect autumn look.

Smiles and style! Riley steps out after her "Loose Women" appearance on 24 October 2016, flaunting a belted grey check coat, black leggings, and taupe boots with her signature warmth.

Casual and confident! Riley brings the fun as she arrives at ITV Studios on 20 June 2017, beaming in a playful green graphic tee and comfy black leggings during her sunny daytime visit.

Effortless and elegant! Riley turns heads at ITV Studios on 18 May 2017, rocking a striped wrap-style top, black leggings, and suede boots — her patterned tote adding the perfect pop.

Sporty chic! Riley flashes a sunny smile in a cozy grey hoodie with patch detailing and classic black leggings as she makes a casual arrival at ITV Studios on 18 April 2017.

Emerald elegance! Riley stuns in a luxurious velvet gown at the Virgin TV BAFTAs on 13 May 2018, commanding the red carpet at Royal Festival Hall while proudly supporting the Time’s Up movement with a statement pin.