EastEnders viewers are having a second glance after seeing Lorraine Stanley’s stunning transformation. The once-and-again Karen Taylor, the actress, is back on social media with a new energy altogether. But it is not all about looks; she is writing a strong new chapter in her life. Scroll below to find out more.

EastEnders star steps into a bold new chapter

Fans know her best as Karen Taylor from the show, but Lorraine Stanley is grabbing attention these days for something entirely different. The 48-year-old actress hasshown off a striking five-stone weight loss and a huge life change that has won the fans’ support.

Lorraine and her 10-year-old daughter Nancy were dancing in their kitchen in a sweet Instagram story. The duo shared a beautiful private moment as they laughed, smiled, and walked to a slow-motion song. Lorraine glowed in a grey tie-dye dress, confidently flaunting her new physique and body.

She’s been turning heads with her new look at recent outings. Last month, she rocked a vibrant floral cropped top and fitted jeans to a special bingo evening. Underneath, a white vest highlighted her narrower waist, and leather platform boots finished the outfit.

The ex-EastEnders star explained the situation surrounding her recent transformation. Lorraine explained she had indeed undergone a gastric sleeve operation, reducing the size of the stomach, following criticism from fans over whether she had received weight loss jabs, Ozempic or similar injections.

She confirmed the fact on TikTok by answering a fan’s question with “gastric sleeve”.

Her journey follows a shock soap exit in 2023 during a cast shake-up. While fans were devastated to see her leave, her brief 2024 return was followed by her third and final exit in June. Now, she’s focusing on the future and looking better than ever. For more EastEnders updates & spoilers, keep following Soap Opera Daily.