Meet Helen Phillips, the ‘Biggest Loser’ winner crowned champion in the 2009 season 7. See her before and after photos, biography, and inspiring video as she went from fat to normal in the Biggest Loser TV contest. She won on May 12th, 2009, beating Tara Costa and Mike Morelli in the final episode.

Tara actually lost more weight but the fatty started with more weight to lose. What matters in the contest is the percent of body weight lost, not the total amount. Beating Tara Costa was considered a surprise since she was the favorite as a former model and youngster at only 23 years old.

In winning, Ms. Phillips became the oldest champion in the history of the show. Her first words were a joyous “Oh My God!” said in disbelief on national television. Cool! [...]