Rebel Wilson admits to taking Ozempic during her 80lb weight-loss journey
In a candid revelation, Rebel Wilson has shared that her impressive weight loss during her “year of health” in 2020 was partially aided by the type 2 diabetes medication Ozempic. The Australian actress, 44, who has since stopped using the semaglutide injectable, discussed her experience with The Sunday Times, highlighting the drug’s impact on her appetite for sweets. “Someone like me could have a bottomless appetite for sweets, so I think those drugs can be good,” Rebel admitted. Rebel’s journey towards health was initially inspired by the advice of her IVF doctor in 2019, aiming to enhance her fertility given her diagnosis with polycystic ovarian syndrome. Despite facing skepticism, “Basically no one apart from my mom wanted me to lose weight,” she said. © Getty ImagesRebel Wilson has lost over 80lbs The fear was that losing weight might alter her casting type in Hollywood, moving away from the “fat funny character” roles she was known for. Nonetheless, Rebel and her fiancée Ramona Agruma welcomed their daughter, Royce Lillian Elizabeth Wilson, via surrogate in November 2022. © …