Kim Kardashian, the Met Gala and the rise of the online Ozempic sleuths

Kim Kardashian, the Met Gala and the rise of the online Ozempic sleuths
Last night's Met Gala dazzled with its usual glitz and glamour, but this year, the red carpet had an unexpected twist. While celebrities strutted their stuff in couture creations, eagle-eyed online observers were playing a different game altogether: spotting who might be using Ozempic, a weight-loss drug that's been making waves in Hollywood.
Ozempic, originally developed to treat diabetes, has gained popularity as a shortcut to shedding pounds without much effort. Despite a few celebrities like Oprah and Sharon Osbourne openly discussing their use of the drug, most remain tight-lipped, adding a layer of mystery to every red carpet event. Who among the A-listers is secretly slimming down with Ozempic? The speculation is as intense as a plot in an Agatha Christie novel.
While there's no concrete evidence of who's on Ozempic, social media users have dubbed events like the Met Gala the "Ozempic Olympics" due to the noticeably smaller body sizes of attendees. From Lana Del Rey to Kim Kardashian, stars seemed to be thinner than ever, sparking accusations of "Ozempic Face," a phenomenon where rapid weight loss affects facial appearance.
What's intriguing about Ozempic is its accessibility. Unlike traditional methods of achieving Hollywood thinness, which often require expensive trainers and dieticians, getting a prescription for Ozempic is surprisingly easy. In the UK, it's available both privately and through the NHS, leading even those who aren't overweight to consider trying it.
The widespread availability of Ozempic has turned the guessing game into a phenomenon that extends far beyond celebrity circles. Friends casually speculate about who might be using it, turning weight loss into a topic of conversation that's equal parts fascination and flattery.
While the rise of Ozempic may seem concerning, it's just another chapter in the complex saga of celebrity body image. From the ultra-thin era of Rachel Zoe to the "strong not skinny" movement, the entertainment industry has always grappled with unrealistic beauty standards. And while using a weight-loss drug without medical necessity is certainly questionable, it's just the latest flavor in the Neapolitan ice cream of body image issues that Hollywood serves up.