Bridget Bones: Super-slim Renee Zellweger proudly shows off her muscular back in sheer gold gown at Met Gala

By Sarah Bull


Muscular: Renee Zellweger proudly showed off her bony back at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute gala in New York last night


She has famously battled with her weight after piling on the pounds to play Bridget Jones.

But it seems Renee Zellweger is finally happy with her figure, judging by pictures of her at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute gala in New York last night.

The 42-year-old actress showed off her super-slim frame in a backless gold Carolina Herrera gown as she attended the prestigious fashion event.

However, perhaps Renee didn't check her back view in the mirror before she walked the red carpet, as the sheer dress drew attention to her incredibly bony, muscular back.

Daring: Renee's pretty gold Carolina Herrera gown featured a V-back and drew attention to Renee's slim physique


Her shoulder blades looked very prominent in the gown - a sure sign Renee has been working hard in the gym to hone her muscular physique.

But newly-single Renee looked thrilled with the outfit, posing so photographers could snap ever angle of the shimmering dress.

And, to ensure the backless gown was displayed to its full potential, Renee even wore her hair in an up 'do so the back view wasn't obscured in any way.

Every angle: Renee even wore her hair up so all attention was focused on her bony back


The Cold Mountain actress is no stranger to attracting criticism for her weight, after taking the weight loss too far following her portrayal of singleton Bridget Jones.

Renee was famously paid a bonus sum on top of her £9.5 million (USD$15m) paycheck for every pound she gained for the movie's sequel Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason in 2004.

The actress is said to have gained 20 pounds for the 2001 original and 30 pounds for the sequel.

Posing up: All eyes were on 42-year-old Renee as she posed for photographers on the red carpet

Careful! The long train on Renee's dress could have proved problematic as she made her way up the stairs

Leggy: The actress took care with the delicate train as she arrived in a car at the after-party


But, after finishing the movies, Renee hit the gym with a vengeance to shed the weight, and has continued to work out virtually every day to maintain her slim figure.

While there was talk recently of the possibility of a third Bridget Jones film being made, it was reported Renee is thinking of wearing a fat suit if she takes on the role again because she is too concerned about the health implications of her yo-yo dieting.

Talking recently about how her body has been affected by her ever-changing weight, Renee said: 'Can I just tell you my body is whacked by the time we finish one of those!

'It doesn't know what has happened because it thinks there's supposed to be a baby and there's no christening.'

'Did you see that movie about fast food, Supersize Me?

'I had a panic attack with all the specialists talking about how bad this is for you, long term, putting on that much weight in short periods of time.

'And they're all saying, "You must stop this now or you're going to die".'

Despite her unusual choice of dress for last night's event, Renee appeared in good spirits and smiled widely for photographers as she posed on the red carpet.

However, Renee's happy facade may have slipped when she stepped inside and found that her ex-boyfriend Bradley Cooper was also in attendance.

The couple split in March after nearly two years together, apparently because Cooper wanted to concentrate on his career rather than a relationship.

But Renee can take comfort in the fact that Cooper didn't choose to take a date to the Met gala last night, instead opting to invite his mother Gloria to accompany him.

Yo-yo weight: Bridget Jones star Renee's weight has been the cause of constant debate over the years


The Hangover star looked smart in his black tuxedo and bowtie as he posed with Gloria, whose diminutive stature proved for some humorous photos outside the event.

Shortly after the couple's split in March, a friend of the actor said it was Cooper's professional ambition which led to their break-up.

The friend said: 'If I had to pick any possible mistress it would be Brad's career. He worked really hard to get into leading man status.'

Mummy and me: Renee's ex-boyfriend Bradley Cooper took his mother Gloria as his date to the prestigious event


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Leggy Renee Zellweger shows Bradley Cooper what he's missing in two jaw dropping outfits

By Daily Mail Reporter


Remember me, Bradley? Newly single Renee Zellweger makes a statement in a metallic green dress


Now that she is back on the singles market, Renee Zellweger is stepping up her game in the wardrobe department.

The Bridget Jones star looked great in a short red trenchcoat while in Italy today at her first public event since her break-up. She then changed into a jaw dropping metallic green mini dress which highlighted her impressive figure.

Zellweger no doubt wanted to give her ex-boyfriend Bradley Cooper a taste of what he's missing.

In great shape: Renee Zellweger reveals her slender figure in a metallic green dress as she poses in Milan tonight


The actress accessorised with a pair of neutral peep-toe heels and a limited edition Tommy Hilfiger bag in support of Breast Health International in Milan.

Since the break down of her relationship,Zellweger has been seen more frequently in heels and less so in her gym gear, which was her usual constant attire.

Recent media reports have suggested that Cooper's constant stalling on their marriage plans may have been behind their split last month.

Any regrets? Renee Zellweger showed her ex-boyfriend Bradley Cooper what he was missing today in a sexy trenchcoat while at a Tommy Hilfiger event in Italy

Singleton style: The Bridget Jones star looked great in the red mini coat while raising awareness for Breast Health International


Now magazine are reporting that the couple were set to elope in July last year and Renee had even bought a $15,000 Carolina Herrera bridal gown.

A source close to the 41-year-old actress said: 'Her and Bradley were going to elope last July which is why she had the dress, but he kept pushing it back as his dad was ill'.

Cooper's father Charles, 71, died in January and Renee pulled out of her presenting duties at the Golden Globes at the last minute to support her partner.

Painful split: New supports suggest Renee's break up with Bradley was because of him not wanting to get married

The insider added: 'Things were ok until she raised the subject of the wedding'.

'They got into a huge row and Bradley started bringing up issues in the relationship, like her apparent obsession with exercise.'

He then told her he wanted space which shocked the Cold Mountain star.

She apparently told friends that she felt like she had been 'stabbed in the heart'.

Zellweger is currently in the romantic country of Italy alone but it is all in a good cause.

She explained her involvement in the breast health initiative and why it has such a special meaning to her.

'Because of the experiences of close friends and family members who have had to endure and battle the challenges of breast cancer, I am a passionate supporter of breast health education and charitable causes.

'I am honored and grateful to be partnering with Tommy Hilfiger to raise awareness and funds to support the invaluable work of Breast Health International', Zellweger added.

Renee Zellweger presenta la borsa in limited edition per Tommy Hilfiger e BHI



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Table for one please! Lonely Renee Zellweger puts on brave face after Bradley Cooper split as she dines alone

By Daily Mail Reporter


Brave face: A lonely Renee Zellweger dines solo at a restaurant in New York today just days after her split from boyfriend Bradley Cooper


As a star of the silver screen, she's clearly mastered the art of performance.

And today was no exception as Renee Zellweger hid her heartache following her split from Bradley Cooper by putting on a brave face as she dined alone.

The 41-year-old actress was spotted looking lonely as she went for a solo brunch at Le Pain Quotidien.


The Bridget Jones actress was seen talking on her hands free phone as she waited for her order and remained a cheery disposition throughout her conversation.

Later she enjoyed perusing Crawford Doyle Booksellers in Madison Avenue and bought a copy of the David Brooks book The Social Animal.

The psychological narrative follows the lives of American couple, Harold and Erica, through the ups and downs of their lives.

Perhaps the actress is looking to literature to get a deeper understanding of her newly-single status.

Keeping it casual: The actress was wearing her gym gear as she took a seat at Le Pain Quotidien where she was spotted chatting on her hands-free phone

Keeping warm: Before arriving at the eatery Renee was all trussed up in a black padded jacket


Renee's brave face came in marked contrast to Hangover star Bradley, who was pictured arriving back to Los Angeles from the Big Apple last night.

The 36-year-old star looked dejected as he strolled through LAX airport on his own, pulling along a rolling suitcase and carrying a backpack.

Cooper and Jerry McGuire actress Renee ended their relationship after almost two years together.

Hitting the shops: Afterwards the actress went book shopping and bought The Social Animal by David Brooks


Rumours of a split first surfaced in February when they both attended a pre-Oscar party but did spend much time with each other at all.

The couple were seen together as recently as last week when Renee went to support the A-Team actor as he filmed an episode of Inside The Actor's Studio.

Multiple sources have confirmed the split, however their representatives are yet to officially comment.


Sad: Bradley Cooper arrived back in Los Angeles last night looking very forlorn

Cooper is currently on a promotional blitz for his latest film Limitless which opens in theatres this weekend. The film is about a pill that can make a person super-intelligent.

He appeared on the Howard Stern this week to promote the movie but denied plans to marry the Cold Mountain star and refused to speak about his former love.

Cooper first met Zellweger six years ago on the set of their movie Case 39.

During that time both walked down the aisle separately but neither stayed married for long. Cooper was briefly wed to actress Jennifer Esposito while

Zellweger's union to country singer Kenny Chesney lasted just weeks.

They then got together in the summer of 2009 and have rarely spoken publicly about their romance.

But in an interview with Entertainment Tonight last year he gushed: 'I can't say enough about her... I just love her. I [loved] coming to work. I love acting with her. I can learn so much from her'.

While he was being interviewed on Inside The Actors Studio last week, Bradley pointed out that his girlfriend Renee was in the audience.

The embarrassed Oscar winner blushed before standing up to wave hello as the audience applauded.

She had been sat with Cooper's mother Gloria, who gave her a warm smile. Renee has regularly been seen with who she had surely hoped would be her future mother-in-law.

Zellweger is said to be close to Cooper's family and was also close to his father, who passed away earlier this year.

She dropped out of presenting at the Golden Globes at the last minute to support Cooper after the death of his father Charles, 71.

The couple were first photographed together in New York in July 2009 and they were spotted kissing in Spain in early August.

The following week he was so enamoured with the actress that he took her to his his home town of Philadelphia to meet his family.

A source close to the couple said last year: 'They're so down to earth and [they] spend time with family whenever possible'.

No sign of trouble: The couple seemed happy just last week when Renee supported Bradley as he was interviewed for Inside The Actors Studio


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