Celebs on Ozempic: The rich and famous have embraced the weight-loss drug
Ozempic, the weight-loss drug, has found many celeb adherents but mum's the word!
Ozempic has emerged as the weight-loss drug of choice in image-conscious Hollywood. Rumors have been swirling about nearly every star in Tinseltown dabbling with the 'wonder' drug guranteed to make you shed the pounds, albeit with some nasty side effects. The rapid weight loss seen in many celebrities has raised eyebrows, leaving fans increasingly curious and skeptical. In an age where people are calling for greater transparency regarding the use of Photoshop, filters, and plastic surgery, there's a growing expectation for celebrities to openly acknowledge when they've used Ozempic for their weight loss journeys.
Tracy Morgan
In a candid moment on the ‘Today’ show in August 2023, Tracy Morgan shared with Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager that he incorporates Ozempic injections into his weekly routine, administered weekly, every Thursday. The stand-up comedian expressed his commitment to the diabetes drug, stating, "I ain't letting it go." He emphasized its appetite-suppressing effects, humorously adding, "Now I only eat half a bag of Doritos."
Gracie McGraw
In June 2023, Gracie McGraw playfully addressed speculations surrounding her use of Ozempic after posting her bikini photos. She clarified that she had indeed used Ozempic the previous year but had transitioned to a low dose of Mounjaro for her polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) management while also maintaining a fitness routine.
Sharon Osbourne
Sharon Osbourne discussed her experience with an injectable weight-loss drug during an appearance on ‘The Talk’ as reported by Page Six. She revealed that she had used the drug for several months and, although she didn't specify the exact medication, people assumed she was talking about Ozempic. She shared that she became "very sick" as a result. “The first couple of months, I just felt nauseous. Every day I felt nauseous, my stomach was upset, whatever," she said. However, she also stated that she experienced significant weight loss — 30 pounds in just four months.
Dolores Catania
Dolores Cantina openly acknowledged her use of Ozempic to achieve a slimmer appearance in preparation for the 'Real Housewives of New Jersey' Season 13 reunion taping. During an appearance on 'Watch What Happens Live' with Andy Cohen on April 4, 2023, she shared her candid perspective on the matter. Cantina explained her decision, stating, "I wasn't going to come to the reunion looking any bigger than anyone else, so I got on the bandwagon." When Cohen inquired about potential side effects, she succinctly replied, "Just not hungry," highlighting the appetite-suppressing effect of the medication.
Elon Musk
Elon Musk, the CEO of Twitter and Tesla, was quite open when asked about the 'secret' to his good physique. In response to a tweet inquiring about his fitness secret, Musk didn't hesitate to share his approach. He tweeted, "Fasting. And Wegovy", thereby acknowledging his use of a version of Ozempic called Wegovy as part of his fitness regimen.
Emily Simpson
'Real Housewives of Orange County' star Emily Simpson was open about her journey, sharing on ‘Jeff Lewis Live’ in June 2023 that she initially used Ozempic to kickstart her weight loss before proceeding with liposuction and a breast reduction. “I didn’t like the way it made me feel lethargic and it made me just not have a lot of energy, which was hard with three little kids," she explained, “but it does make you feel full and it does make you... for me, it was like a refresh."
Chelsea Handler
Comedian Chelsea Handler made an interesting revelation about her experience with the weight loss drug. During an episode of the ‘Call Her Daddy’ podcast, Handler confessed that she had taken Ozempic without fully understanding its effects. "I didn't even know I was on it," she said, explaining that her "anti-aging doctor just hands it out to anybody." After learning that the drug she was taking was actually intended for people with diabetes, Chelsea Handler decided to discontinue its use. She expressed her decision, stating, "I'm not on it anymore. That's too irresponsible."
Rosie O'Donnell
Actress Rosie O'Donnell, known for her role in 'A League of Their Own', took to TikTok in January 2023 to discuss her holiday weight loss journey with her followers. In her TikTok video, she revealed that her doctor had prescribed her a diabetes medication called Mounjaro and a cholesterol medicine called Repatha. Importantly, O'Donnell, who has diabetes, clarified that she was not using Ozempic and was not taking these medications specifically for weight loss purposes. “And my appetite has decreased significantly, it’s probably the meds," she recalled at the time. “And I’m trying to move more. So you know all those things combined, that’s what it is."