It’s almost the new year, which means all of America will be “dieting” (read: pretending, or trying *really* hard, anyway. “Hey, give me a break.” And then they will take a break …) But do you know what that really means? Kirstie Alley is going to add to her recent growth of wealth, as she appears in new Jenny Craig commercials, slimmed down even (if slightly) more.

Personally, I can’t wait for the ads to see her progress. She is an icon for the large, a role model to—wait, she’s famous, so once she let herself go, a crew of professionals stood in to help her lose weight. And she gets money by pretending it’s just the “regular gal” diet-and-exercise, selling it to us all.

She’s getting in shape, which is of course in her true best interest. And when that happens, she’ll lose this form of income, but pick up new roles, undoubtedly, with even more (and positive) press. All’s good in the Fat Actress’s world. And that sends a message (if cloudy): people of any size can succeed in any medium.

It really is a jolly, dream of a world. Isn’t it?

Happy belated Yule and Christmas, Chanukkuh, Boxing Day, Quanza, and of course, New Year!

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