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Melissa McCarthy Shows off Her Drastic Weight Loss at the 2017 People’s Choice Awards — See the Pics!

Jan 19, 2017 3:16 pm·

Melissa McCarthy looks better than ever!

The actress flaunted her impressive weight loss at the People’s Choice Awards on Wednesday, Jan. 18 — and we can’t get over how amazing she looked!

At the special event, Melissa took home the award for Favorite Comedic Movie Actress. “For this I want to thank you that I am lucky enough that I get to go to work and do something that I love everyday and that is 99.9% because of you,” she sweetly said during her acceptance speech.

Melissa in 2012 (left) and 2016 (right).

The Gilmore Girls star first debuted her new look back in January 2015.

MORE: Melissa McCarthy Named Second Highest Paid Actress in Hollywood — See Who Else Made the List!

Since 2012, Melissa has dropped more than 50 pounds! She reportedly shed the weight by following a strict, “high protein, low carb diet.” You go, girl!

Click through the gallery below to see more stars at the 2017 People’s Choice Awards!

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Andrea Barber

The actress — best known for her role as Kimmy Gibbler on Full House and Fuller House — went for a vintage look of a black and white patterned A-line dress and black heels. She pulled the outfit together with red lips and big, voluminous curls.

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Bob Saget

The Full House actor looked sharp in an all-black ensemble.

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Candace Cameron Bure

Candace —who just dyed her hair auburn —opted for a midi-length white dress with wide, flowing sleeves.

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Blake Lively

Blake showed off her legs in this sexy black ensemble.

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Chandra Wilson

The Grey's Anatomy star opted for a more casual look for the event.

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Camilla Luddington

The Grey's Anatomy star showed off her baby bump in this black midi-dress.

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Cheryl Burke

The Dancing With the Stars pro looked stunning in a floor-length black dress featuring a high slit.

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Ali Larter

The Resident Evil: The Final Chapter star wore a red printed knee-length dress with a pair of black, strappy heels.

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Caterina Scorsone

Grey's Anatomy star Caterina opted for a black floral print dress and added a pop of color with her red shoes.

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Joel McHale and Sarah Williams

People's Choice Awards host Joel walked the red carpet with his wife.

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Dave Coulier

Known for his role as Uncle Joey on Full House, the actor wore black and white sneakers with his suit.

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Jodie Sweetin

The Fuller House actress went for a feminine-yet-edgy look by pairing a motorcycle jacket with a red, white and black printed gown.

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Dax Shepard and Michael Pena

Dax walked the red carpet with his CHiPS co-star.

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Jennifer Lopez

The Shades of Blue actress showed off her sexy curves in a black and silver long-sleeved gown.

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John Stamos

The Scream Queens star wore a fitted blue suit with a dark blue button-down shirt and paired his look with snake skin shoes.

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James Pickens Jr.

The Grey's Anatomy star opted for an all-black suit.

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Karina Smirnoff

The Dancing With the Stars pro showed off her toned legs in a black cocktail dress.

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Molly Shannon

The comedienne looked amazing in a purple knee-length dress.

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Sarah Drew

The Grey's Anatomy star showed off some major skin with this lace cocktail dress.

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Tom Hanks

The iconic actor chose a classic black suit for his red carpet ensemble.

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Kelly McCreary

Known for her role as Dr. Maggie Pierce on Grey's Anatomy, Kelly opted for a two-piece look for the awards ceremony.

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Kristen Bell

Kristen walked the red carpet solo in a sexy jumpsuit.

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Lori Loughlin

This Fuller House star looked soft and feminine in a long-sleeve floral print midi dress.