Melissa McCarthy returned to the “Saturday Night Live” stage with more than jokes — she arrived with a transformation that no one could ignore. Hosting the show for the sixth time, the actress showcased a dramatically slimmed-down figure, stepping out in a sleek black velvet jumpsuit that instantly set social media buzzing.
Within minutes of her opening monologue, X lit up with reactions. Fans praised her confidence, her comedy — and the striking physical change.
Comments poured in: “She looks incredible!”, “So happy to see Melissa back — and glowing!”, and “Melissa McCarthy looks GOOD tonight!”
Her latest appearance comes after months of conversation surrounding her weight loss. Earlier this year, Melissa uploaded a glamorous photo in pastel tulle, sparking speculation about whether medication played a role — a rumor fueled when Barbra Streisand publicly (and accidentally) asked if she was using Ozempic. The comment vanished quickly, but the discussion didn’t.
For years, McCarthy has been candid about her body journey. She’s spoken openly about fluctuating sizes, past extreme diets—including an all-liquid regimen she vowed never to repeat—and the mental shift that helped her shed weight more sustainably.
“I stopped stressing about it,” she once said. “Letting go actually helped everything fall into place.”
Today, reports estimate she’s lost between 75 and 95 pounds, and her renewed energy on SNL suggests she’s embracing a fresh chapter — one defined by confidence, health, and a spotlight she wears differently than ever before.
