Overview

• On June 2 the former EastEnders actress shared an Instagram post showing her new figure and revealing she is five months sober.
• Stanley has shed five stone since leaving EastEnders, attributing much of her weight loss to a gastric sleeve operation.
• She says cutting out alcohol has played a pivotal role in maintaining her slimmer figure and revitalising her sense of self.
• Former co-stars such as Diane Parish and James Bye joined fans in celebrating her transformation with messages of support.
• According to Drinkaware, abstaining from alcohol can lower blood pressure, improve sleep quality and reduce the risk of heart, liver and other alcohol-related diseases.