There were so many celebrity breakups in 2006 it almost seemed to be a trend. Every month another couple announced they were splitsville; some after several years of marriage and some after just weeks. A few celebrities crawled from the wreckage looking better than others. Here are our top picks of stars who looked the hottest post-breakup. Tell us what you think!

Britney Spears – as much as we’ve chided her about her marriage to K-Fed and her bad clothing choices during her pregnancies, Britney walked away from this marriage looking like a new woman. She has dropped the baby weight, is back in shape and is starting work on a new album. Just a piece of advice Britney; wear underwear!

Kate Hudson – this blonde beauty split from Black Crows rocker Chris Robinson after nearly seven years of marriage. Kate has tossed her hippie garments and toned up her killer bod. Eat your heart out Chris!

Denise Richards – after several separations and reconciliations Denise Richards and Charlie Sheen finally filed for divorce. After giving birth to two children Denise was still able to model for Playboy, but she looks better than ever now.

Whitney Houston – we’re all secretly exhaling now that Whitney finally filed for divorce from Bobby Brown. Now, after several years, she is finally getting her act together. She’s been spotted out on the town solo and looking fabulous. You go girl!