Melissa McCarthy has had a stunning transformation in her career, starting in Hollywood with the famous improv troupe the Groundlings, to becoming an acclaimed comedic actor. However, her success didn't come without its pitfalls. Before becoming a star, McCarthy was bullied for her eccentricity as an edgy teen. Though her out-of-the-box personality ultimately paid off, as she found her niche in comedy. After playing the amiable chef, Sookie St. James, on "Gilmore Girls," McCarthy's fame rose to new heights, starring in laugh-out-loud 2010s films like "Bridesmaids" and "The Heat." However, the actor has spoken up about enduring terrible work conditions that once made her physically sick.

Indeed, McCarthy has taken a beating from the industry, especially over her fluctuating weight. She

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