Coleen Nolan Unveils Stunning Weight Loss and Opens Up About Life and Love
In an exclusive interview, Coleen Nolan, the beloved Loose Women panellist and proud grandmother, has revealed her impressive weight loss transformation and shared insights into her personal journey. At 61 years old, Nolan has dropped from a size 20 to a size 14, attributing her success to Voy's comprehensive weight-loss plan, which combines medication with clinical support.
A Newfound Confidence and Healthier Lifestyle
Posing for photographs in glamorous outfits, Nolan expressed her delight at the change. "All the clothes fit and some even have to be pinned because they are big," she said with amazement. "I've never had that happen on photo shoots before. Usually, none of the clothes fit and I have to keep them open at the back and just fake it. I'm just thinking, 'Wow!'"
She highlighted the health benefits, noting improvements in her back and energy levels. "I feel so much better health-wise," Nolan revealed. "My back's improved, I've got more energy. And confidence-wise, of course it helps." However, she emphasised that her goal is not perfection but maintenance and a healthy relationship with food. "I don't want to lose any more weight – I'm happy. It's about maintaining now and having a healthy relationship with food and with myself. And with Voy you get 24-7 support."
Nolan admitted that her relationship with food has been challenging in the past, saying she used to eat based on emotions. Now, she feels more in tune with her body and less self-conscious.
Embracing Love and New Opportunities on Television
This renewed confidence has led Nolan to join the cast of Celebs Go Dating, marking her return to the dating scene after a year alone. She split from her last boyfriend, whom she met on Tinder, in late 2024 after three years together, citing busy schedules as a factor. "I genuinely want to meet someone and if I'm going to do it, why not do it like this?" she explained. "I knew I didn't want to go on the apps again."
Reflecting on her decision, Nolan shared, "If they'd asked me before, I wouldn't have done it as I wouldn't have had the confidence. I actually phoned my management and said, 'Can I do this?'" She described dating in her sixties as a "minefield," noting attention from younger men on Instagram but setting boundaries. "My rule is, I don't want to date anyone I could have given birth to." She also seeks partners who share her youthful mindset, saying, "I'm 61, but mentally I'm about 35. I want someone who still wants to live, laugh and do things."
While filming Celebs Go Dating, Nolan formed strong friendships with co-stars like David Potts, Lucinda Light, and James Haskell, calling it "the best part" of the experience.
Life on the Farm and Family Dynamics
Away from the spotlight, Nolan enjoys a contrasting life on her Staffordshire farm. "Today I am all glam, but by this time tomorrow I'll be at home, no make-up, hair scraped back, covered in horse muck," she laughed. Her farm is home to horses, pigs, goats, dogs, cats, and chickens, which she describes as "full-on, but it's my dream."
Family is central to Nolan's life. Her daughter Ciara, 24, lives in an annexe on the farm with her fiancé and their five-month-old son Sidney. Her eldest son Shane Jr, 37, resides nearby with his wife and baby, while her younger son Jake, 33, lives in London with his family. Nolan frequently babysits her grandchildren, embracing the chaos. "It's chaos, but it's the best kind," she smiled.
She also takes pride in maintaining good relationships with her ex-husbands, Ray Fensome and Shane Richie, viewing it as a key achievement for her children's well-being.
Looking Ahead with Resilience and Ambition
Nolan's perspective on life has been shaped by personal loss, including the deaths of her sisters Bernie and Linda from cancer. "It makes you reassess everything. You realise none of us knows how long we've got," she explained. "It reminds you how precious every minute is."
She remains active in her career, continuing her role on Loose Women, which she calls "my constant" and "like family." Despite budget cuts at ITV reducing her filming schedule, she sees it as an incentive to pursue other projects. Upcoming ventures include a podcast titled Nolans Uncensored with her children, set to launch on 21 April, where "nothing will be off limits."
Nolan is open to more reality TV opportunities, expressing interest in shows like I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! and Strictly Come Dancing. "Life's too short, so enjoy it while you can," she concluded, embodying a philosophy of seizing every moment with vitality and joy.
