History of Jillian Michaels in Timeline
Jillian Michaels is a prominent American fitness trainer, nutritionist, businesswoman, media personality, and author. She gained significant recognition through her appearances on popular NBC shows, notably The Biggest Loser. She also appeared on The Doctors. Michaels expanded her television presence by hosting and co-judging Sweat, INC. on Spike in 2015. Furthermore, she starred in her own reality television series, Just Jillian, which premiered on E! in 2016, solidifying her status as a multifaceted figure in the health and entertainment industries.
February 18, 1974: Jillian Michaels Born
On February 18, 1974, Jillian Michaels, an American fitness trainer, nutritionist, businesswoman, media personality, and author, was born.
1990: Inspired by "Justify My Love"
Jillian Michaels has credited the music video for Madonna's 1990 song "Justify My Love" with helping her acknowledge her sexuality.
2002: Opened Sky Sport & Spa
In 2002, Jillian Michaels opened the sports medicine facility Sky Sport & Spa in Beverly Hills after briefly working as an agent with International Creative Management.
October 2004: Joined The Biggest Loser
In October 2004, Jillian Michaels became a trainer on the reality series The Biggest Loser, assuming the role of Red Team trainer.
2006: Left The Biggest Loser
In 2006, Jillian Michaels departed from The Biggest Loser and was replaced by Kim Lyons.
2007: Returned to The Biggest Loser
In 2007, Jillian Michaels returned to The Biggest Loser as the Black Team trainer, competing against Lyons and Bob Harper.
2008: Trainer on Australian 'The Biggest Loser'
From 2006 to 2008, Jillian Michaels was also a trainer in the Australian version of The Biggest Loser.
2008: Launched Empowered Media and Fitfusion.com
In 2008, Jillian Michaels launched her company Empowered Media LLC and released her fitness video membership website called Fitfusion.com.
2009: Relationship with Heidi Rhoades began
In 2009, Jillian Michaels began a relationship with Heidi Rhoades.
June 1, 2010: 'Losing It with Jillian' Debuted
On June 1, 2010, NBC debuted Losing It with Jillian, a spin-off of The Biggest Loser, where Michaels visited the homes and workplaces of family members for a week.
July 2010: 'Losing It with Jillian' Aired on NBC
Losing It with Jillian originally ran on NBC in June and July 2010.
December 7, 2010: Announced Departure from 'The Biggest Loser'
On December 7, 2010, Jillian Michaels announced via Twitter that the eleventh season of The Biggest Loser would be her last.
2010: Sued for False Advertising
In 2010, Basic Research LLC and Jillian Michaels were sued in a class action suit for false advertising related to Jillian Michaels Maximum Strength Calorie Control diet pills.
February 2011: Hosted 'Keeping It Real' Podcast
Since February 2011, Jillian Michaels began hosting a weekly podcast, Keeping It Real, through iTunes.
May 6, 2011: Joined 'The Doctors' and 'Dr. Phil'
On May 6, 2011, CBS Television Distribution announced that Jillian Michaels had signed a multi-year deal to become a co-host of The Doctors and a special correspondent on Dr. Phil.
May 24, 2011: Last Appearance on 'The Biggest Loser'
On May 24, 2011, Jillian Michaels made her last appearance on The Biggest Loser.
December 2011: 'Keeping It Real' Wins Award
In December 2011, Jillian Michaels' podcast, Keeping It Real, was honored by Apple in its App Store Rewind 2011, winning in the Best New Audio Podcast category.
January 2012: Episodes of 'Losing It with Jillian' Available Online
As of January 2012, all eight episodes of the series Losing It with Jillian were available for viewing online.
January 2012: Left 'The Doctors'
Jillian Michaels left The Doctors in January 2012 after half a season, stating the arrangement "wasn't the fit both the show and I hoped for".
May 2012: Adopted Daughter and Rhoades Gave Birth
In May 2012, Jillian Michaels and Heidi Rhoades adopted a two-year-old daughter from Haiti, and Rhoades gave birth to a son that same month.
September 4, 2012: Return to 'The Biggest Loser'
On September 4, 2012, it was announced that Jillian Michaels would return to The Biggest Loser in Season 14.
2012: Helped PETA rescue a racehorse
In 2012, Jillian Michaels helped PETA rescue a racehorse from a slaughterhouse, showing her dedication to animal welfare causes.
2012: Publicly Came Out
Jillian Michaels publicly came out in 2012 and expressed her belief in healthy love, regardless of gender.
October 15, 2013: Return for Season 15
On October 15, 2013, Jillian Michaels returned for Season 15 of The Biggest Loser, which premiered on NBC.
2014: Did Not Return for Season 16
In 2014, Jillian Michaels did not return for Season 16 of The Biggest Loser.
2015: Hosted Sweat, INC.
In 2015, Jillian Michaels hosted and co-judged the series Sweat, INC. on Spike.
2016: Just Jillian Premiered
In 2016, Jillian Michael's reality television series Just Jillian premiered on E!.
2016: Labeled Mike Pence Anti-Gay
In 2016, Jillian Michaels labeled President-elect Donald Trump's running mate Mike Pence "the number one anti-gay politician in the country right now."
June 2018: Relationship Ended
In June 2018, Jillian Michaels and Heidi Rhoades announced the end of their relationship.
2018: Relationship with Deshanna Marie Minuto Began
In 2018, Jillian Michaels began a relationship with fashion designer Deshanna Marie Minuto.
November 2021: Engaged to Deshanna Marie Minuto
In November 2021, Jillian Michaels became engaged to fashion designer Deshanna Marie Minuto.
July 2022: Married Deshanna Marie Minuto
In July 2022, Jillian Michaels married fashion designer Deshanna Marie Minuto.
2024: Supported and Voted for Trump
In 2024, Jillian Michaels expressed support for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s presidential campaign and later announced she had voted for Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election, reversing her prior comments.
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