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3. Natalie Portman: 20 Pounds Minus for the Black Swan

The diet for Natalie Portman, to fit into the role of a ballerina in the Black Swan, was punishing. Natalie says that there was a time when she thought she’d die. Natalie lost over 20 pounds by just eating carrots and almonds, and spending more than eight hours in the rehearsals. The role had drained her out emotionally and physically. However, her hard work was paid by winning an Oscar for the position.