Which Celebrities Use Ozempic?

You’ve probably heard about Ozempic, the type 2 diabetes-turned weight-loss drug that droves of people have been using lately to drop some weight. While many people have been secretive about their use of the drug, seemingly dropping weight effortlessly, others have admitted to using Ozempic to help speed along their weight loss. 

Among those who use the drug to slim down are countless celebrities. From Elon Musk to Sharon Osbourne, many celebrities have publicly stated that they’ve used Ozempic for weight loss. Others have alluded to using weight loss drugs without providing a specific name. Learn about celebrities who either currently use or have used Ozempic and other similar drugs for weight loss. 

Elon Musk Says He Uses Wegovy

In a social media post, Elon Musk admitted that he uses Wegovy (which has the same active ingredient as Ozempic) along with fasting to look healthy. He said that he has lost about 20 pounds while using the drug. 

Chelsea Handler Uses But is Pessimistic

Chelsea Handler admitted that she used Ozempic without even realizing what she was using after her doctor gave it to her. She explained that she only realized after talking to a friend who was also on the drug when they talked about a common side effect: nausea. Handler states that she’s no longer on the drug, saying “Everyone is on Ozempic. It's gonna backfire, something bad is gonna happen.” 

Amy Schumer Tried Semaglutides

Comedian and actress Amy Schumer explained that she tried semaglutides like Ozempic but that it ultimately wasn’t for her. “Like a year ago, I tried it. I was one of those people that felt so sick and couldn’t play with my son. I was so skinny and he’s throwing a ball at me and [I couldn’t],” she said in an interview on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen. 

Sharon Osbourne Lost 42 lbs.

Though she took the drug previously, Sharon Osbourne explained that she no longer uses Ozempic. After losing 42 pounds, she decided to stop taking it. "I didn’t want to go this thin. It just happened," she said on Piers Morgan Uncensored. She also explained that the drug made her feel nauseous and thirsty and that she didn’t eat. 

Tracy Morgan 'Ain't Letting it Go'

In an interview on Today with Hoda & Jenna, Tracy Morgan admitted that he has used Ozempic to lose weight. “And I ain't letting it go ... It cuts my appetite in half. Now I only eat half a bag of Doritos,” he said. Later, on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, he explained that he began gaining weight while on Ozempic. “I’ve learned to out-eat Ozempic. I out-ate Ozempic. I’ve gained 40 pounds," he said. 

Rebel Wilson Used it as Part of Her Weight Loss Journey

Though she no longer uses the drug, Rebel Wilson explained that she used Ozempic as part of her weight loss journey. One of her main motivators to lose weight was to have a better chance at success with in-vitro fertilization. 

Jon Gosselin Lost Over 30 lbs.

Reality TV star Jon Gosselin lost over 30 pounds by taking Ozempic and says that he feels amazing. “It’s really nice because it helped me stop drinking and it helped me get my appetite under control with less eating. I was able to really refocus my diet that way, I just focused on consuming what I need to consume in a healthy manner,” he explained. 

Is Ozempic Safe?

It’s very clear that Ozempic is incredibly popular, and for every celebrity who admits to using the drug, there are likely many others who take it in secret. For many people who face health concerns as a result of being overweight, it’s a miracle drug. For many others, however, the drug comes with a host of its own problems. 

Side effects of Ozempic and other similar medications can include nausea, vomiting, irritation,  vision problems, gallbladder problems, diarrhea, loss of appetite, hyperglycemia, pancreatitis, kidney problems, liver problems, and more. There has also been a link between semaglutides and thyroid cancer. As with any drug or treatment, it’s important to have an open conversation with your healthcare provider and to thoroughly weigh the risks and benefits of beginning treatment. 

Another concern with these new weight loss drugs is access. They were initially designed to help manage type 2 diabetes, but since so many people have begun using them to lose weight, manufacturers haven’t been able to keep up with the demand for the drugs. As a result, some people have sought out mixed combinations that may not be as safe as the pure forms of the medication 

The bottom line is to make sure that you are well-informed before beginning any drug and don’t rely on information from celebrities or influencers. Instead, talk to your healthcare provider to make sure that starting a new drug is the right decision for you. Currently, there are talks of lawsuits surrounding drugs like Ozempic and their use for weight loss. If you have taken Ozempic and have concerns or would like to talk to a weight loss drug lawyer, we can connect you with a qualified attorney.