Star Jones had gastric bypass

Two people have asked me my opinion on Star Jones finally admitting she had gastric bypass.

She saved her life. That is my opinion. As for keeping it to herself, why does she have to broadcast the fact she had it done? You could probably figure it out on your own that she had it done. I chose to let everyone know I had it because I was excited to be changing my life. She wanted to keep it to herself because everything else in her life was public. I completely understand that.

You go through so MANY emotions when you have this surgery, sometimes it is hard to put everything in perspective. People have to understand that if you live most of your life morbidly obese and within one year you are 100-200 pounds smaller, it's hard to get over the "fat person" imagine. Feeling ashamed goes with the territory. I wouldn't want people to know when I feel ashamed.

She also chose not to say anything becasue she didn't want people emmulating her and running out to get this surgery without making a well-informed decision. How can you not respect that? This surgery is not a quick fix and isn't for everyone.

I am happy for her. She looks damn good. Who cares how she had it done. At least she got herself back into a healthy lifestyle.