The Best and Worst Transformations of 2012: From Meh to Magnificent — and Terrific to Terrifying

Ugh. We love Demi Lovato so much, it is actually causing pain, which we’re pretty sure is meta on some level since Ms. D puts so much effort into anti-bullying campaigns. The X Factor judge and mentor topped the charts this year with her single “Give Your Heart a Break,” sparked some awesome dating rumors, and showed the world that she can get out from under the tween-centric fashion spiral by dressing — and acting — like a grownup. (Attention: Lindsay Lohan.)