Tabloids made Alley lose weight

Former Cheers star Kirstie Alley is happy the American tabloids have been poking fun at her size because she would never have known just how big she was if it wasn't for paparazzi pictures.

The larger-than-life actress is now slowly trying to get back into shape and has lost weight over the summer (04) - and she credits those who mocked her with giving her the will to shed the pounds.