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Gabourey Sidibe is among precious few weighty actresses
How much does Gabourey Sidibe weigh?
In a perfect world, the question wouldn't matter. But Hollywood, as you might have noticed, is far from perfect.
In the film "Precious: Based on the Novel 'Push' by Sapphire," which opened Friday, Sidibe plays Claireece "Precious" Jones, a sexual abuse victim who tips the scales at around 350 pounds. Her brave, raw performance has made her a symbol...
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