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Phylicia Rashad Slims Down

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(Newser) – Dr. Huxtable would be proud: Phylicia Rashad has shed 35 pounds since December with a little help from Jenny Craig, reports the New York Daily News. Filling the shoes of past spokeswomen Kirstie Alley and Valerie Bertinelli, Rashad decided to take action after getting winded while walking up stairs. The 61-year-old reveals her new frame in a commercial set to air Saturday—but you can check it out right now via the link below.

Jenny Craig celebrity client Phylicia Rashad reveals weight loss of 35 lbs in 8 months.
Jenny Craig celebrity client Phylicia Rashad reveals weight loss of 35 lbs in 8 months.   (PRNewsFoto/Jenny Craig Inc.)
Actress Phylicia Rashad arrives at the 2008 Primetime Emmy Awards Nominees for Outstanding Performance reception in Los Angeles on Friday, Sept. 19, 2008.
Actress Phylicia Rashad arrives at the 2008 Primetime Emmy Awards Nominees for Outstanding Performance reception in Los Angeles on Friday, Sept. 19, 2008.   (AP Photo/Matt Sayles)
Pre- and post-weight loss.
Pre- and post-weight loss.   (AP Photos)
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