Trending Now: Michelle McManus unrecognisable 23 years since Pop Idol as she reveals 9st weight loss – Fans React

The 45-year-old singer won Pop Idol in 2003 and now presents on BBC Radio Scotland, having undergone a major weight loss transformation in recent years

Michelle McManus was showered with praise from fans after flaunting her figure in a fitted frock following her impressive weight loss journey.

The 45 year old vocalist rose to stardom after clinching victory in the talent contest Pop Idol in 2003. She has since maintained a thriving career and currently hosts her afternoon programme on BBC Radio Scotland.

The mother of two has also achieved a remarkable weight loss transformation in recent times, shedding nine stone.

This week, Michelle displayed the fruits of her labour in a form-fitting blue dress. Sharing a snap on Instagram from BBC Studios in Scotland, where she fronts her talk show The Entertainment Mix, Michelle looked absolutely stunning.

She wore a knitted shirt dress decorated with diamanté embellishments, including a belt that accentuated Michelle’s silhouette. The chic outfit also featured a collar, and she paired the dress with black tights and flat shoes, reports the Mirror.

Striking a pose for the camera, Michelle styled her signature red hair in voluminous waves and went for a full makeup look, complete with dramatic lashes and a touch of pink lipstick.

She captioned the post: “We’re back baby Yes The Entertainment Mic is back every Thursday on @bbcscotland and @bbciplayer. This week’s superstar guests are @rosie Peter Andre, @sara.pascoe @vitocoppola @elliejg16_zebedeemodel and music from the incredible @jamesemmanuelofficial. Catch up now on BBC iPlayer.”

As anticipated, Michelle’s glamorous photograph sent her followers into a frenzy. One admirer commented: “Looking fabulous.” Another enthused: “Love that dress.” A third besotted fan gushed: “Looking beautiful.”

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Michelle has previously been candid about her weight loss journey, revealing it resulted from dedication and a 17-month lifestyle transformation, rather than resorting to weight loss injections.

She explained to her supporters: “Before this change of lifestyle, I was stuck in a cycle, endlessly searching for that elusive magic diet wand, believing it was out there, waiting to instantly turn me into the best version of myself.

“I’d daydream about finding it, waving my wand, and bingo, becoming the person I always thought I needed to be to find happiness. But here’s the truth, that magic wand doesn’t exist.

What I’ve discovered instead is something even more powerful, the right support. “Speaking about her wellbeing on Good Morning Britain in 2024, Michelle reflected: “I think through my 20s and 30s, I was so focused on going back to Scotland and having a go at this broadcast career and merely making myself a success that I didn’t really focus at all on my weight, which I know must sound insane when you say it out loud.”.