Stars’ Post-baby Body Secrets

Stars’ Post-baby Body Secrets

Stars’ post-baby body secrets.Movie star Penelope Cruz recently shared her post-baby body secret  after having son, Leo, in January.  Who is the famous father? Find out how some of the biggest stars shed their baby weight and be ready for swimsuit season with their weight-loss tips.

Miranda Kerr
I remember I was on the elliptical machine when I was pregnant with Flynn. I think if you’re really eating the right foods, putting the nutrition into your body and doing yoga and breastfeeding – those things have helped me get back into shape. – Miranda Kerr

“Pirates of the Caribbean”  tar Orlando Bloom is one lucky guy. Kerr bared a trim tummy in a bikini photo shoot just four months after giving birth.
Bonus:Miranda has four tablespoons of this oil every day for great hair and skin.

Ashlee Simpson
I try not to pig out or to eat late at night. I just try to go for lots of walks with Bronx and Pete. Besides, running around after a little one is exercise enough. – Ashlee Simpson

Although Ashlee and husband Pete Wentz filed for divorce  earlier this year, they did have some happy times together  with 2-year-old son Bronx. Are they reconciling?

Bonus: At age 11, Ashlee was the youngest person ever accepted to this prestigious school.

Jennifer Lopez
I’ve never had to work on my stomach before -- it was like, concave, I was a lucky person -- but since the babies, I do. I really have to work on it. – Jennifer Lopez

After several failed marriages, “American Idol “ judge and pop diva Jennifer Lopez  finally found love with this Latin lover in 2004. The two welcomed twins Max and Emme  in 2008.

Bonus: In 1991, Jennifer got her start in this sketch comedy television show

Jessica Alba
Eight weeks after my girlfriend had her baby, you could see her six-pack. She told me to put an elastic band around my waist -  any kind of band or girdle works. – Jessica Alba

Actress Jessica Alba met her husband with a money name on the “Fantastic Four” set in 2004. The two married in May 2008 and welcomed daughter – and Alba look-alike – Honor Marie in June 2008.

Bonus: Jessica’s first feature film was this 1994 comedy set at a summer camp.

Christina Aguilera
I do a routine of weight training and Pilates, which I did through my pregnancy. I'm not into dieting or depriving myself. – Christina Aguilera

Although “The Voice” coach Christina Aguilera split from husband Jordan Bratman in 2010 (here’s why), the two are working to remain friendly for the sake of 3-year-old son Max . Christina is rumored to have moved on with this actor .

Bonus: She ran into trouble with the law last year.

Gisele Bundchen
I think a lot of people get pregnant and decide they can turn into garbage disposals. I was mindful about what I ate, and I gained only 30 pounds. – Gisele Bundchen

Brazilian supermodel Gisele  took pregnancy in stride  and bounced back to her old self in just two months. Her football-playing husband is thrilled with one-and-a-half-year-old Benjamin and is already looking forward to expanding the family.

Bonus: Gisele’s favorite thing to cook is this hearty breakfast meal.

Kelly Preston
I’ve been lucky because I’ve been breastfeeding so that’s really helped me lose the weight. That really is the secret. – Kelly Preston

Kelly and husband John Travolta welcomed son Benjamin  in November 2010. They also have daughter Ella, 11. The couple’s son, Jett ,died tragically  as a result of this disorder while the family was vacationing in the Bahamas in 2009.

Bonus: Kelly was once engaged to this off-the-rails TV star but broke it off after he allegedly shot her in the arm.

Kourtney Kardashian
I can jog right outside the house for 30 minutes and save the time it takes to drive to the gym. – Kourtney Kardashian

Kourtney looked fantastic while pregnant with son Mason and is loving her post-baby body as well .The “Keeping Up With the Kardashians”  star recently celebrated a birthday. Find out how old she is.

Bonus: Kourtney made her acting debut on a long-running soap.

Celine Dion
You get busy with twins and you feed them so they help you to recover very fast. So I helped them help me. – Celine Dion

Singing superstar Celine Dion credits breastfeeding and good genes with helping her lose the baby weight after having twins Eddy and Nelson in October 2010. The “My Heart Will Go On” singer returned to Las Vegas in March for her new show, Celine.

Bonus: Celine’s popularity grew substantially after she won this worldwide singing competition in 1988.

Ana Ortiz
I attribute it to working out while I was pregnant. Also, I'm in New York, so I'm walking everywhere. – Ana Ortiz

“Ugly Betty” alum Ana Ortiz was back to her old self three months after having daughter Paloma. Watch her in Enrique Iglesias’ music video for “Cuando me enamoro.”

Bonus: In one of her first roles,Ortiz appeared on a long-running cop -drama.

Kendra Wilkinson
Dance is a huge thing. If you want to lose weight and have fun, just dance. – Kendra Wilkinson

When the “Playboy” model and reality TV star gained 50 pounds during her pregnancy with baby Hank , it took her nearly a year to get back to her old self .She was recently eliminated from “Dancing Wwith the Stars” .

Bonus: She made a guest appearance on a popular HBO show in 2005.

Adriana Lima
I didn't try losing weight right away because I wanted to breastfeed. I took my time and ate really well and healthy, and then started getting back in shape five months after I gave birth. – Adriana Lima

Victoria’s Secrets model Adriana didn’t exactly have a smooth time while pregnant with baby Valentina. She was put on bed rest for two weeks for a common pregnancy condition.

Bonus: She was a spokesperson for a major cosmetics brand

Jennifer Garner
I got on the treadmill, stopped stuffing my face and lost the weight. I cut out croissants, bagels and muffins – all the good stuff. And went back to having a salad once a day and protein. – Jennifer Garner

“Valentine’s Day”star Jennifer Garner keeps in shape by chasing after daughters Violet and Seraphina. Luckily, she also has support from hubby Ben Affleck. What is the new film he will direct and star in?

Bonus: She gained recognition as a kick-butt CIA agent.

Tori Spelling
I had a friend who did NutriSystem. I thought, ‘Let me try it.’ When I started to see results, it was huge for me, because I never had to lose weight before. – Tori Spelling

“Beverly Hills, 90210” alum Tori Spelling   has never been busier. She has two kids , a third book out and a new show that just launched. And in case you haven’t heard, she recently announced this exciting news!

Bonus: She recently added some ink dedicated to her man.

Melissa Joan Hart
I cut out sugar. Then, when I was done with breastfeeding, I cut out dairy. I also ate a lot of fish for dinner and protein shakes for breakfast. – Melissa Joan Hart

The “Sabrina the Teenage Witch”  star struggled with losing weight after the birth of her sons. When she reached her goal weight of 113 pounds, the 5-foot-2 star did a photo shoot that showed off her new body .

Bonus: Melissa satisfied a childhood dream of hers by opening this in 2009.

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Celebrity Tattoos

Celebrity Tattoos

Celebrity tattoos Former "90210" star Tori Spelling was recently spotted with a new tattoo that honors her husband's wedding vows with seven poetic lines. What are other celebrities thinking when they ink themselves?

Angelina Jolie
This inked-up actress is known for her many tattoos . The most noticeable one, on her left shoulder blade , is of a Buddhist saying written in Khmer script . A seventh line in the tattoo on her left arm recently sparked rumors that the Jolie-Pitt clan may soon expand.

Megan Fox
This actress  has a Shakespeare line  tattooed on her back.

Johnny Depp
This actor inked a former girlfriend's name  on his arm during a whirlwind romance.But after the split he had it changed to mean he's a fan of this drink.

Robbie Williams
This Brit-pop star  and former boy band member  sports a lion's head on his right shoulder under an homage to this legendary singer.

Rihanna
Though Rihanna has many tattoos, this is one of the most recognized.

A famous face tattoo: Once celebrity famous got a tribal face tattoo. Whose tattoo is this?

Alyssa Milano
Milano's tattoo represents her upbringing, practicing this religion.

A famous neck tattoo: This young star, who got her start on an MTV reality show, has a tattoo on her neck/upper back that hints at something sweet and dangerous. Whose tattoo is this?

Christina Aguilera
After creating this sultry alter ego in 2002, pop diva Christina Aguilera tattooed the name on the back of her neck.

A famous arm tattoo: A member of a legendary band, this rocker is part Native American and has a picture of this legendary chief on his left arm. Whose tattoo is this?

Dwayne Johnson
Known as "The Rock," he traveled to a warm-weather state to have his family history tattooed on his left shoulder in this type of cultural art.

A famous back tattoo: This footballer has several tattoos but one that stands out is the angel on his back, with three names in it. Whose tattoo is this?

Kenyon Martin
NBAer Kenyon Martin has said he got this tattoo for this former girlfriend, who also is a hip-hop artist. Who is she?

Famous tattoos underneath arms: Martin's Denver Nuggets teammate has notable tattoos under both arms that represent his nickname. Whose tattoo is this?

Shaquille O'Neal
Shaq tattooed this super hero's emblem on his arm.

A famous flag tattoo: In 2006, this actress traveled to her father's home country and got a double-headed eagle tattoo on her back with the symbol of the country's flag. Whose tattoo is this?

Fred Durst
Rocker Fred Durst put rap-metal genre on the map in the late '90s. He famously has a tattoo of two other legendary rockers on his chest.

A famous family tattoo: This A-list actor has played some obscure characters, but the tattoo of his children and long-time girlfriend is more sentimental than obscure. Whose tattoo is this?

Steve-O
"Steve-O" is best known for his outrageous stunts, as well as his well-tatted body, but one tattoo stands out from the rest.

Another famous portrait tattoo: This legendary actor is usually on the silver screen shooting bad guys down but this well-drawn portrait of his wife shows his softer side. Whose tattoo is this?

Penelope Cruz
Penélope Cruz's silence about the meaning of the numbers on her ankle tattoo continues to baffle. Speculation ranges from a theory involving numerology, to this religion.

An NBAer's many, many tattoos This former NBA "Bad Boy" was mostly known for his audacious style .He has the mascot of a former team tattooed on his chest. Whose tattoo is this?

Rasheed Wallace
Though Rasheed Wallace never played for this sunny NBA franchise, the tattoo on his right arm depicts this sun god from an ancient Mediterranean empire.

Another NBAer's plentiful tats. This former NBA MVP seemingly made a fashion statement with just about everything he wore, including his tattoos. He has his college's mascot, the Georgetown Hoyas. Whose tattoo is this?

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Celebrity tattoos

Celebrity tattoos

Tattoos have become fashion statements, thanks in part to their increased popularity with celebrities.Check out some of the most unique celebrity tattoos, including:

Rihanna

Though Rihanna has many tattoos, this is one of the most recognized.

 

A famous face tattoo: Once celebrity famous got a tribal face tattoo.

Alyssa Milano

Milano's tattoo represents her upbringing, practicing this religion.

 

A famous neck tattoo: This young star, who got her start on an MTV reality show, has a tattoo on her neck/upper back that hints at something sweet and dangerous.

Christina Aguilera

After creating this sultry alter ego in 2002, pop diva Christina Aguilera tattooed the name on the back of her neck.

 

A famous arm tattoo: A member of a legendary band, this rocker is part Native American and has a picture of this legendary chief on his left arm. 

Dwayne Johnson

Known as "The Rock," he traveled to a warm-weather state to have his family history tattooed on his left shoulder in this type of cultural art.

 

A famous back tattoo: This footballer has several tattoos but one that stands out is the angel on his back, with three names in it. 

Kenyon Martin

NBAer Kenyon Martin has said he got this tattoo for this former girlfriend, who also is a hip-hop artist. 

 

Famous tattoos underneath arms: Martin's Denver Nuggets teammate has notable tattoos under both arms that represent his nickname. 

Shaquille O'Neal

Shaq tattooed this super hero's emblem on his arm.

 

A famous flag tattoo: In 2006, this actress traveled to her father's home country and got a double-headed eagle tattoo on her back with the symbol of the country's flag.

Fred Durst

Rocker Fred Durst put rap-metal genre on the map in the late '90s. He famously has a tattoo of two other legendary rockers on his chest.

 

A famous family tattoo: This A-list actor has played some obscure characters, but the tattoo of his children and long-time girlfriend is more sentimental than obscure. 

Steve-O

"Steve-O" (what's his real name?) is best known for his outrageous stunts, as well as his well-tatted body, but one tattoo stands out from the rest.

 

Another famous portrait tattoo: This legendary actor is usually on the silver screen shooting bad guys down but this well-drawn portrait of his wife shows his softer side. 

Penelope Cruz

PenélopeCruz's silence about the meaning of the numbers on her ankle tattoo continues to baffle. Speculation ranges from a theory involving numerology, to this religion.

 

An NBAer's many, many tattoos (plus a team logo): This former NBA "Bad Boy" was mostly known for his audacious style . He has the mascot of a former team tattooed on his chest. 

Rasheed Wallace

Though Rasheed Wallace never played for this sunny NBA franchise, the tattoo on his right arm depicts this sun god from an ancient Mediterranean empire.

 

Another NBAer's plentiful tats (and a logo):  This former NBA MVP seemingly made a fashion statement with just about everything he wore, including his tattoos. He has his college's mascot, the Georgetown Hoyas.

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Where Are They Now? Disney Stars

Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears & Hilary Duff are a few young stars who got career help from the Mouse House. See how their careers changed after leaving Disney.

Don't fret for Miley Cyrus. Though Disney has pulled the plug on "Hannah Montana," the studio's child stars often grow into successful adult entertainers. Witness an Oscar-nominated actor and the last decade's top-selling female recording artist. Here's what's up with 20 ex-Disney stars. As for Cyrus, she's filming her next movie. 
Zac Efron

Then: Efron headlined the "High School Musical" series, as captain of a team and love interest to another Disney star. Sang and danced in videos like "Now or Never."
Now: After hit films in which he switched bodies with Matthew Perry and played opposite John Travolta in drag, Efron is a movie star.
 Lindsay Lohan

Then: At 12, Lohan found fame as freckle-faced star of a hit Disney film, a remake of this pic. As an adult, the actress has struggled with sobriety and the law .
Now: Out of rehab, Lohan moved next door to her ex-girlfriend. She was rejected as a potential contestant on a reality TV show, but at least her side project is growing.
Britney Spears

Then: A Disney show launched Spears' career, which skyrocketed with "... Baby One More Time." She dated a Disney co-star. See the couple in all-denim formalwear.
Now: Wed twice, Spears is mom to two boys and allegedly dating a non-entertainer. After tons of hit videos, she has a new tune out.
Justin Timberlake

Then: Along with two other future pop superstars, Timberlake appeared on a '90s Disney show. Then he joined a famous boy band.
Now: Said bye bye bye to adolescence by bringing sexy back, partly thanks to an older ex-girlfriend and roles in major movies, including a current Oscar threat.
 Christina Aguilera

Then: Xtina appeared on "The New Mickey Mouse Club" and lent her singing pipes to an animated Disney movie, as in this song.
Now:"Genie in a Bottle" launched Aguilera's solo career, which continues with a recent Cher movie. After one child together, the singer and her husband just split.
 Vanessa Hudgens

Then: You know her from "High School Musical," but Hudgens was also on a Disney show starring twins. And was (is?) in a high-profile romance with what's-his-name.
Now: Hudgens' music career has produced modest hits, and in 2010 she joined the L.A. production of an iconic Broadway show. Her next film is a subterranean sequel.
Raven-Symoné

Then: She'll always be a "Cosby Show" cutie to us, but Raven-Symoné found solo fame in a 2003 Disney movie and then on her self-titled Disney sitcom.
Now: Started the new year looking slimmer! Though she talked openly about her weave in a documentary, she's sensitive about this body part. New sitcom coming.
Lisa Whelchel

Then: Before playing the mean rich girl on a prep-school-set '80s sitcom, Whelchel co-starred on a 1970s rival of a classic Disney show.
Now: Author of religion and parenting books, Whelchel advocates a controversial discipline technique. As for acting, she's appeared on a reunion show.
Annette Funicello

Then: The original Disney TV star ("M-I-C..."), Funicello is an icon of baby boomers, who watched her grow up in beach-blanket movies with another '60s heartthrob.
Now: Funicello has long been diagnosed with this disease, which inspired her namesake research fund. In other ventures, she started a stuffed-animal company.
Demi Lovato

Then: Lovato found fame in Disney TV movies about a music camp, co-starring a real-life band of brothers. She'd previously been a purple dinosaur's sidekick.
Now: Though her career thrives (she just won an award for a TV drama, and an A-list producer is keen to collaborate), Lovato is undergoing treatment.
Ashley Tisdale

Then: Tisdale's "High School Musical" character has dough; her Disney hotel comedy character keeps things sweet. Off camera, she launched a music career.
Now: She stars on a TV series about cheerleading and is returning to Disney Channel for a new movie about a certain rich girl. Yes, she's fessed up to plastic surgery.
Selena Gomez

Then: Gomez conjured an acting career on a magical Disney show and spin-off movie. With her band, she records for Disney's record label. Here's "Naturally."
Now: She's supposedly dating a younger man, namely the top teen idol. Find photos of them. Professionally, her fashion line and a rom-com are on deck for 2011.
Shia LaBeouf

Then: Everyone knows LaBeouf from the Disney movie "Holes," but kids of the early '00s were already fans from his TV series for the Mouse House, seen in these clips.
Now: LaBeouf has played an archaeologist's son, a tycoon's protégé and a man among warring robots. A 2008 accident seriously injured a key body part.
Ryan Gosling

Then: While on "MMC," Gosling was far from his native country, so he ended up living with another cast member's family. Here they are in a Boyz II Men number.
Now: One of his generation's top actors, Gosling has scored one Oscar nomination and is generating buzz for his current film. Next up: playing Steve Carell's wingman.
Nick Jonas

Then: With brothers Joe and the other one, Nick starred on the Disney show "Jonas L.A." and in the "Camp Rock" flicks. But his real passion, and claim to fame, is the family band.
Now: Without his bros, Jonas fronts the Administration, so named because he'd love this job. Here's "Who I Am." Buzz: He'll record a joint album with a female Disneyite.
Emily Osment

Then: Yup, older bro is this ex-child star. Osment established herself as sidekick to a popular Disney character and by starring in, honest, a kids' film about kidnapping.
Now: According to Disney-star tradition, Osment has just released an album, with the single "Let's Be Friends." Caused a scandal when racy pics with Miley Cyrus leaked.
Kyle Massey

Then: You know him as Cory Baxter, the little brother on "That's So Raven" who spun off his own series, set in the White House.
Now: Massey was first runner-up, but the most charismatic, on fall's "DWTS" season. He has a new Disney series, though you won't see him on it.
Keri Russell

Then: Russell found fame on "Felicity" , but it wasn't her first TV gig. The mop-top was a "Mickey Mouse Club" kid with another future actor.
Now: After dating a less-famous ex-Mouseketeer, Russell married non-actor Shane Deary, with whom she has a kid. Her 2010 TV comedydied quickly.
Hilary Duff

Then: Shot to fame as Lizzie McGuire, protagonist of the Disney show of the same name who often appeared in cartoon form. And also in this movie.
Now: Branching out with pop songs isn't enough; Duff has designed a fashion line for a major label. The starlet married a professional athlete last summer.
J.C. Chasez

Then: Chasez met his future boy-band mate in a Disney TV gang. His solo career took a hit after another star's wardrobe malfunction. His initials stand for ...
Now: Since his 2004 solo album, Chasez has concentrated his career on reality TV judging and songwriting for other stars.

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