- Christina Aguilera began her music career as a child.
- She has been married once and has two children.
- The singer recently stunned many with her dramatic weight loss, sparking Ozempic rumors.
Christina Aguilera pictured on January 1, 1995 | Source: Getty Images
Former child star Christina Aguilera has had a drastic physical transformation leading many to believe that she went the Ozempic route to lose weight. Here is the music star’s transformation over the years in photos.
Christina Aguilera speaks onstage during the NBCUniversal portion of the 2012 Winter TCA Tour at The Langham Huntington Hotel and Spa on January 6, 2012 in Pasadena, California. | Source: Getty Images
Christina Aguilera was born on December 18, 1980, in Staten Island, New York. She had an early troubled life as her father abused her mother. However, once she turned six years old, the future star’s mom decided to leave her abusive marriage and moved to Rochester, Pennsylvania with her two daughters.
Christina Aguilera attends the Sinatra Gala with New York Philharmonic at Lincoln Center’s David Geffen Hall on December 3, 2015 in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
Having started a new life, young Aguilera first developed a love for music when she was only six years old. She inherited her musical talents from her mother, an experienced pianist and violinist.
Christina Aguilera performs live on stage during The X Tour at 3Arena on November 5, 2019 in Dublin. | Source: Getty Images
With her incredible voice, young Aguilera wowed many people in elementary school including her classmates and parents. She had entered talent shows and the attention she received became so overwhelming, that her mom decided to have her home-schooled.
Christina Aguilera performs onstage during the 23rd Annual Latin Grammy Awards on November 17, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. | Source: Getty Images
Aguilera in 1990
Despite this, Aguilera continued to perform, and she landed a spot in the national television program, “Star Search.” The New Yorker, then eight, made an impression with a memorable rendition of “A Sunday Kind of Love” by Etta James and finished second place in the competition.
“At that age, I always sang songs meant for older people. That fit my personality—I had pain to sing about. If there had been a show like ‘The Voice,’ I would have gone on it. It would have been amazing to be coached by a mentor,” Aguilera reflected on her performance on the show.
Christina Aguilera photographed on January 1, 1990 | Source: Getty Images
Aguilera in 1993
The songwriter garnered national recognition after appearing as a “Mouseketeer” on “The All New Mickey Mouse Club,” which also starred Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake.
The blonde beauty was on the program for two years before moving to Japan with her mother. While on foreign soil, Aguilera recorded the hit single, “All I Wanna Do,” and more doors opened up for her.
Aguilera in 1999
While on the rise to superstardom, the award-winning pop singer released her debut album “Christina Aguilera” which sold more than 8 million copies.
Christina Aguilera arrives at the 1999 MTV Music Video Awards on September 9, 1999 in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
Hits that contributed to the success of this album include “Genie in a Bottle” and “What a Girl Wants.” The album earned Aguilera a Grammy Award for Best New Artist.
Christina Aguilera 1999 Billboard Awards on September 1, 1999 | Source: Getty Images
Aguilera in 2002
While her counterparts Spears and Timberlake were also making waves with their respective music, Aguilera became one of the leading faces of teen pop stars.
Christina Aguilera during the premiere of “8 Mile,” 2002 | Source: Getty Images
She later collaborated with fellow artists such as Pink, Lil Kim, and Mya on the hit single, “Lady Marmalade.” This was followed by her highly sexualized second album “Stripped” in 2002 which featured songs including “Dirrty” and “Make Over.”
Christina Aguilera during Christina Aguilera Performs at Empire Fulton State Park on October 8, 2002 in Brooklyn, New York. | Source: Getty Images
Aguilera in 2005
It was through her singing career that Aguilera met her only husband, music producer, Jordan Bratman. The pair crossed paths when the TV personality traveled to Atlanta to record her solo album in 2002.
Christina Aguilera during US Weekly’s Young Hollywood Hot 20 on September 16, 2005 at LAX in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images
Soon after meeting, Bratman moved to Los Angeles and the couple became inseparable. He proposed to Aguilera three years later during a Valentine’s getaway in Carmel, California.
Christina Aguilera and Jordan Bratman during Christina Aguilera and Jordan Bratman Halloween party at The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Resort on October 29, 2005 in Las Vegas, Nevada | Source: Getty Images
The lovebirds eventually tied the knot in November 2005 at an estate in Napa Valley. They exchanged their wedding vows under a chuppah of fuchsia, blush, and deep roses.
Christina Aguilera and Jordan Bratman during Veuve Clicquot Vintage 1998 Sponsors the US Launch of Stephen Webster’s “Femme Fatale” Diamond Collection at Chateau Marmont on December 9, 2005 in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images
After getting hitched, Aguilera released more music in 2006 including a new album “Back to Basics.” It is a two-disc collection of influential standards dating back to the 1920s through to the 1940s.
Christina Aguilera at the MTV Movie Awards on June 3, 2006 in Culver City, California. | Source: Getty Images
The same as her previous album, the movie actress opted to use music to define her style. She even adopted a classic Jean Harlow look for a while.
Christina Aguilera during Conde Nast Media Group Kicks Off New York Fall Fashion Week at Radio City Music Hall on September 7, 2006 in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
Aguilera in 2008
Two years later, Aguilera became a first-time mom when she and Bratman welcomed their only child together in January 2008. At the time, a rep for the couple announced the arrival of a baby boy in a statement.
The message read: “Christina and Jordan are proud to announce the birth of their son Max Liron Bratman. He is a beautiful, healthy baby boy! Mom is resting and doing well!”
Christina Aguilera arrives at the American Music Awards on November 23, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
The new mom later posted a message on her official website, writing, “Today is a very joyful and special day for Jordan and I, as we welcome our first son into the world.” She also expressed gratitude to her spouse, thanking him for his “undying love and support.”
Christina Aguilera poses on the red carpet at the nationwide launch of Rock The Vote 2008 at Kitson on November 13, 2007, in Beverly Hills California. | Source: Getty Images
Aguilera in 2010
Another two years later, the family woman returned to work with her new album, “Bionic.” Aguilera experimented with electronic sound for this album which almost reached the top of the charts but failed to have hit singles.
Christina Aguilera at the MTV Movie Awards on June 6, 2010 in Universal City, California. | Source: Getty Images
That same year, the superstar made her film debut in the musical “Burlesque,” starring opposite Cher. She also had several of her songs featured on the movie’s soundtrack including “Show Me How You Burlesque.”
Christina Aguilera at the MTV Movie Awards on June 6, 2010 in Universal City, California. | Source: Getty Images
Aguilera in 2011
While busy on the work front, Aguilera’s family was falling apart. Following five years of marriage, she and Bratman decided to call it quits on their marriage.
Christina Aguilera attends “The Voice” event at The Grove on June 3, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
The exes’ divorce was finalized in April 2011 after they settled in February of that year. They had a prenup and the music executive reportedly received a little extra money from the deal.
Christina Aguilera performs at the “Michael Forever Tribute Concert’ at Millennium Stadium on October 8, 2011 in Cardiff, Wales. | Source: Getty Images
Aguilera in 2014
Aguilera moved on from Bratman and met MasterClass executive, Matt Rutler. In August 2014, the couple welcomed a daughter together after announcing the pregnancy news in February of that year.
Christina Aguilera performs at 102.7 KIIS FM’s Wango Tango at StubHub Center on May 10, 2014 in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
Aguilera announced the arrival of her second child on her X account and revealed the newborn’s name. “So proud to welcome our beautiful daughter Summer Rain Rutler into the world,” she wrote.
Christina Aguilera performs at 102.7 KIIS FM’s Wango Tango at StubHub Center on May 10, 2014 in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
Aguilera in 2019
Aguilera focused on work again finishing her tour in 2019 after a ten-year hiatus. “I had to get back to my heart, and my soul, and my fans, and what I love to do best. And it was so successful and amazing,” she said of the experience during an interview.
Christina Aguilera attends the premiere of “The Addams Family,” 2019 | Source: Getty Images
The mother of two shared she took along her children on the tour, who both wanted to get on stage with her. Aguilera described the experience as “beautiful.”
Christina Aguilera attends the iHeartRadio Music Festival and Daytime Stage at T-Mobile Arena on September 20, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. | Source: Getty Images
During the same interview, the doting mom also revealed that she would be doing a residency in Las Vegas, adding it would be much easier with the kids because they would be traveling less.
Christina Aguilera performs on stage during The X Tour at the Moon and Stars Festival on July 15, 2019 in Locarno, Switzerland. | Source: Getty Images
Aguilera in 2020
Aguilera kicked off her Vegas residency titled “Xperience” at the Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood. The concert commenced in May 2019 and ended in March 2020.
Christina Aguilera attends the premiere of “Mulan,” 2020 | Source: Getty Images
The “Come On Over Baby” hitmaker’s residency performance was broadcast live on New Year’s Eve on CNN. Broadcasters Andy Cohen and Anderson Cooper crossed over live to the event from Times Square.
Christina Aguilera attends the premiere of “Mulan,” 2020 | Source: Getty Images
Dubbed the “Voice of a Generation,” the singer performed one of hit her songs “Dirrty” wearing a black and gold bodysuit which showed off her curves.
Aguilera in 2024
Most recently, Aguilera performed in Mexico and shared several snapshots from her performances on her Instagram account. The images show her in a black bodysuit paired with leather boots showing off her dramatic slim figure.
She captioned the post, “Mexico City! I almost didn’t make it on stage, but your energy and passion gave me the power and made my night. Thank you so much!”
The Daily Mail reposted one of Aguilera’s photos from the post on X, writing, “Christina Aguilera sparks Ozempic rumblings after displaying 40-pound weight loss during a concert in Mexico.”
Online users reacted to the post and one person commented, “She looks amazing and happy.” However, fellow X users expressed their disapproval after seeing the Aguilera’s new look.
“She looked better before,” wrote one person. Another shared before and after pictures of the celebrity and stated, “That Ozempic is no joke.” Meanwhile, in January 2024, one user asked, “What happened to Christina Aguilera?!”
Christina Aguilera attends Clarins New Product Launch Party at Private Residence on March 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
Aguilera’s journey from a child star to an acclaimed artist has been marked by significant personal and professional transformations. Her recent dramatic weight loss has sparked much speculation, but she continues to captivate audiences with her talent and resilience.