Inside Emmerdale's Lisa Riley's 12 stone weight loss journey with 'petrifying' surgery
ok.co.ukSince first stepping onto the Emmerdale set as Mandy Dingle in 1995, actress Lisa Riley has quickly become one of the show's most cherished stars.
Famed for her vibrant personality and infectious happiness, Mandy has been central to some of Emmerdale's most gripping plots over the past three decades, including her on-again-off-again romance with Paddy Kirk, and the shocking revelation that she had adopted her son Vinny, while in a relationship with Vinny's abusive dad Paul Ashdale.
Off-screen, Lisa herself has also experienced her fair share of drama, making the life-altering decision to transform her life by losing an impressive 12 stone in just 18 months.
Unlike many celebs opting for a quick fix, Lisa's main motivation was to adopt a healthier lifestyle, which involved swapping her usual takeaway meals for regular gym sessions and a healthier diet.
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