Rise with Cheryl Hunter Lisa Brounstein: Transforming My Body, Staying True to Me
TV Episode | Talk-Show

Rise with Cheryl Hunter

Lisa Brounstein: Transforming My Body, Staying True to Me

TV Episode | Talk-Show

In this chapter of Rise, you'll meet Lisa Brounstein, who, as a plus-sized actor, portrayed many people of size. Topping the scale at over 385 pounds, Lisa played many different roles from the Fat Lady on HBO's Carnivale, to Mama Cass in ...See moreIn this chapter of Rise, you'll meet Lisa Brounstein, who, as a plus-sized actor, portrayed many people of size. Topping the scale at over 385 pounds, Lisa played many different roles from the Fat Lady on HBO's Carnivale, to Mama Cass in the film My Dinner with Jimi. She has also been an outspoken advocate for people of size, appearing on Oprah discussing "What It's Like To Be Fat" exclaiming to Oprah, "I love my body!" Now, years later, Lisa has lost over 185 pounds naturally by living a ketogenic lifestyle. Lisa still loves her body, and she wants people to love theirs in the most healthful way possible. Listen to this installment of Rise with Cheryl Hunter, as Lisa discusses how she made the decision to change her life. Rating: Explicit. See less