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Sharon Mitchell’s 4 Dress Weight Loss Has BBC Fans Shocked

Sharon Mitchell’s 4 Dress Weight Loss Has BBC Fans Shocked
By Robbie Keyes on April 8, 2023

Sharon Mitchell, aka, Letitia Dean's weight loss in EastEnders continues to astound BBC soap fans. Her transformation over the last year has taken viewers by surprise. In 2022, she dropped four dress sizes and went from 10th 4lbs to 8th 3lbs in just four months. She reportedly lost weight in four months by avoiding junk food and replacing it with a balanced diet rich in vegetables and chicken.

The 55-year-old English actress Letitia Jane Dean is best known for her role as Sharon Mitchell in EastEnders, a BBC soap opera television series. She played the role from 1985 to 1995, then again from 2001 to 2006, and finally from 2012 to the present. Her other television appearances include Grange Hill, Brookside, The Hello Girls, and Lucy Sullivan Is Getting Married.

The actress' weight has fluctuated over her three decades on one of Britain's most iconic soaps. She'd been teased about her weight, with many telling her she was too fat. Her self-esteem suffered as a result of the criticism, prompting her to embark on a weight-loss journey. Everything you need to know about Sharon Mitchell's weight loss is right here.

Previously, we touched on Lenny Henry's and Melissa Morris's weight loss stories.

Sharon Mitchell's Weight Loss: She Dropped 4 Dress Sizes in Just 4 Months & Credits Her Weightless To Overhauling Her Diet

Sharon Mitchell, aka, Letitia Dean's weight loss in EastEnders continues to astound BBC soap fans. She's been on and off the show for years, but she's been a regular since 2016. Her transformation over the last year has taken viewers by surprise.

In the most recent scenes, where Sharon was seen comforting Zack in scenes that aired on February 27 after his devastating baby diagnosis, viewers were taken aback by how good she looked. They lauded the actress for her remarkable weight loss and viewers couldn't get over how beautiful she is. They're all curious about how she got her stunning new look.

Letitia Dean, best known for her role as Sharon Mitchell in the long-running BBC One soap, was first spotted with her weight loss new look back in March 2022. She returned to Albert Square and her incredible weight loss on set stunned fans. She went from 10th 4lbs to 8th 3lbs in just four months, dropping four dress sizes.

The star has been on our screens for many years, having first appeared on the show in 1985. Fans have watched as her weight fluctuated over time, with the actress previously claiming she'd tried every fad diet on the market. She reportedly lost weight in four months by foregoing junk food in favor of a balanced diet rich in vegetables and chicken.

The EastEnders actress has tried numerous diets in an attempt to lose weight, including the cabbage soup diet, the Atkins diet, and a truly revolting eggs-only diet. She started a new diet and reduced her calorie intake to 1,300 to lose weight.  She only ate healthy foods to lose weight. Meals high in carbs, protein, and vegetables, such as pita bread with grilled skinless chicken breast and lots of greens, were her ticket to success. Letitia noticed a difference in her energy level as well as weight loss as a result of eating healthily. Her hard work paid off when she lost two stones in four months.

Sharon Mitchell, aka, Letitia Dean before weight loss.Sharon Mitchell, aka, Letitia Dean before weight loss.
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During her break and after appearing on Strictly, Letitia decided it was time to lose weight the right way. She appeared on Strictly Come Dancing in 2007, proving that she tried everything to lose weight. Sharon primarily signed up because she wanted to do something about her weight. She was sick of extreme dieting and yo-yo dieting.

Sharon Mitchell placed fourth on Strictly Come Dancing.Sharon Mitchell placed fourth on Strictly Come Dancing.
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The English star had a lot of negative things said about her. The other actors complain that they can't share the set with her. She also admitted to being mocked for her weight, with people telling her she was too big. But she appears to have hit the nail on the head this time. She received praise on social media for her radiant and stunning transformation after losing two stones. Since her return to the soap in recent months, Letitia has appeared noticeably slimmer.

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