Throughout her time in the public eye, Oprah Winfrey has faced constant scrutiny and criticism regarding her weight. Her body journey has been extensively documented in the media, with magazine covers and episodes of her popular talk show. In an interview with PEOPLE magazine, Winfrey reveals that she has endured years of being ridiculed and made fun of, both by others and herself.
One particularly painful moment occurred early in her career when she found herself on the infamous list of acerbic fashion critic Mr. Blackwell. Reflecting on that experience, Winfrey recalls being featured on a magazine cover with the headline “Dumpy, Frumpy and Downright Lumpy.” Instead of feeling angry, she admits to feeling a deep sadness and hurt. She internalized the shame and took responsibility for it, accepting that she was to blame.
Winfrey, who will be turning 70 next month, expresses confidence in her ability to maintain a healthy weight in the long run and overcome any feelings of shame. By adopting a comprehensive approach that involves regular exercise and making adjustments to her lifestyle, Winfrey reveals that she has also incorporated a weight-loss medication into her routine.
According to Oprah Winfrey, her weight fluctuations have consumed her thoughts for five decades, constantly fluctuating and leaving her wondering why she couldn’t conquer this challenge. She used to believe that her lack of willpower was the reason for her struggles. However, after undergoing knee surgery in 2021, Winfrey embarked on a determined journey of rehabilitation, which kick-started her steady weight loss over the past two years.
She shares, “Following my knee surgery, I embarked on a journey of hiking and constantly challenging myself with new distance targets every week. Gradually, I was able to hike three to five miles daily and even conquer a strenuous 10-mile hike on weekends.” She expresses, “I experienced a remarkable transformation, feeling physically stronger, more fit, and more vibrant than I had in years.”
Presently, she reveals, “I have made adjustments to my lifestyle. I have my final meal at 4 o’clock, consume a gallon of water daily, and adhere to the WeightWatchers principles of point counting. Although I was aware of weight-loss medications, I believed it was essential to demonstrate my own willpower. Now, I no longer harbor that sentiment.”
She states, “I had been suggesting it to others even before I started using it myself.” Winfrey’s perspective on utilizing pharmaceutical aids shifted in July when she participated in a recorded discussion with weight loss experts and clinicians, known as The State of Weight, as part of Oprah Daily’s Life You Want series.
The discussion, which was uploaded online in September, triggered a significant realization for me and many others in the audience,” she reminisces. “I finally understood that I had been unfairly holding myself responsible for my weight issues all these years, despite having a predisposition that cannot be controlled by sheer determination.” She further emphasizes, “Obesity should be recognized as a medical condition. It is not a matter of willpower; rather, it is influenced by the complexities of the brain.”
After comprehending the scientific aspect, Oprah Winfrey reveals that she “let go of my own guilt regarding it” and sought advice from her physician, who subsequently prescribed a medication for weight loss. “I currently utilize it whenever I deem it necessary, as a means to regulate my weight without fluctuating,” she states, choosing not to disclose the specific medication she is taking.
“The existence of a medically sanctioned prescription for weight management and overall well-being, within my lifetime, brings a sense of relief, redemption, and a valuable asset, rather than something to conceal and once again face mockery for. I have completely reached my limit with the criticism from others, especially from myself.”
Oprah Winfrey is well-informed about the attention surrounding her body size, particularly with the increasing popularity of weight loss medications such as Wegovy, Ozempic, and Mounjaro. However, she emphasizes that these medications are not a miraculous cure or a sole solution.
She describes her comprehensive health and fitness regimen as “the whole package.” Despite the assumption that she relied on external aids, she emphasizes the immense effort she put into it. She firmly believes that without consistent exercise and unwavering dedication to all aspects of her routine, it simply wouldn’t yield the desired results.
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