Gogglebox is a staple of UK television, with many of its contestants capturing the hearts of audiences. Amy Tapper captured the nation’s attention on Channel 4 show, where she appeared alongside her family from 2013 to 2018. Known for her candid reactions and warm personality, she quickly became a fan favourite. However, beyond the TV screen, Amy faced a lifelong struggle with her weight.
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After years of trying various diets, the 24-year-old has finally achieved a milestone she ‘never thought’ possible. Amy recently shared a striking before-and-after picture on Instagram, revealing she has shed an impressive five stone.
Amy Tapper’s weight loss transformation and fans’ reactions
Over the past few years, Amy has committed to regular exercise and healthy eating, reports Mirror. Posting a side-by-side comparison photo of her weight loss journey on Instagram, Amy wrote:
Officially 5 stone down and I couldn’t be happier😍 Never thought I’d be able to reach this milestone so I think I can say I’m proud of myself. Thank you for being by my side throughout it all @tashelite.fitness
In herpost, she also included a video of herself stepping on the weighing scale before hugging her trainer in an emotional moment. Another comparison photo showed her wearing a tie-dye sweatshirt that further emphasised her progress.
Fans flooded the comments with words of encouragement. One fan wrote:
Amazing!! I hope you're as proud as we all are... I need some of your motivation and will power x
Another added:
Amy you were beautiful before and still beautiful now but you are doing amazing. Well done xx
Her transformation didn’t happen overnight. Amy has been working closely with her trainer for over two years and previously revealed that she had lost 33cm from her waist. She previously admitted to struggling with her weight from a young age saying:
There was nothing specific because I’ve struggled with my weight since I was about eight years old... I’ve always tried every diet under the sun, I’ve done everything from shakes to this, to that…
Interestingly, Amy isn’t the only member of the Tapper family to have undergone a major transformation. Her father, Jonathan Tapper, also lost weight in 2022, after a serious health scare. Diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, Jonathan decided to make a lifestyle change after contracting Covid in 2020, which left him struggling to breathe. Following his recovery, Jonathan lost 3 stone by changing his diet and exercising regularly.
Life after Gogglebox: What has Amy Tapper been up to?
Since leaving Gogglebox in 2018, Amy has remained in the public eye, appearing on various reality TV shows. She took part in Celebs Go Dating and Celebrity Coach Trip, showing a different side of her personality to viewers. Beyond television, Amy has focused on maintaining a healthier lifestyle while sharing her journey with her followers.
Her decision to leave Gogglebox was a significant one, as she had been on the show since she was 13 years old. Reflecting on her time in front of the camera, she revealed the intense filming process that included filming for four hours at a time.
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Mirror: Gogglebox star Amy Tapper loses five stone and looks incredible in before and after photos
Daily Mail: Gogglebox star Amy Tapper reveals her incredible weight loss transformation in before and after pictures
Mirror: Gogglebox's Jonathan Tapper unveils incredible weight loss after terrifying health scare
