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# Jillian Michaels Wants Out Of "The Biggest Loser"

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_Published 2014-04-08. "The Biggest Loser" may lose famed trainer Jillian Michaels. A source tells People Michaels wants to quit because of "the mean-spirited story lines and poor care of the contestants," especially in light of last season's champ, Rachel Frederickson._


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## Transcript

The biggest loser may lose famed trainer Jillian Michaels. A source tells People Michael's wants to quit the show. She is deeply concerned about the direction the show has been taking. She is turned off by the mean- spirited story lines and poor care of the contestants. Remember Michaels was visibly concerned over Rachael Frederickson's big reveal at this year's controversial season finale. Frederickson lost 155 pounds to become The Biggest Loser champ. Michaels addressed the reaction she and fellow trainer Bob Harper had on the show by posting a statement to Twitter, saying they were not comfortable commenting on Frederickson's journey.

Because they weren't her trainers and any questions about the contestants on the Biggest Loser should be directed to the show's producers. Due to her tough approach on the series, Michaels has taken on the bad guy persona. And she's burnt out on the way she's portrayed on the show according to the source. The source also tells People, she's a loving mother of two kids and she wants to be in a place where she has more respect. Michaels has already left the series once before returning last year. Would this time be for good? Stay tuned. I'm Cliff Judy.

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