Kelly Osbourne raved about using Ozempic to achieve weight loss despite her mother, Sharon Osbourne, expressing her concerns over the harsh side effects of the drug.
"I think it's amazing!" the singer slash reality star exclaimed. "There are a million ways to lose weight, why not do it through something that's isn't as boring as working out?"
According to reports, Osbourne was asked what her take was on the Ozempic trend during her appearance on the red carpet at Dolly Parton's Pet Gala event.
"People hate on it because they want to do it," she continued. "And the people who hate on it the most are the people who are secretly doing it or pissed off that they can't afford it.
"Unfortunately, right now it's something that is very expensive but it eventually won't be because it actually works."
Kelly Osbourne Criticized For Gushing About Ozempic
The "Osbournes" star received immediate backlash online following her interview with E! News.
Netizens accused her of being lazy and privileged, while others pointed out that Ozempic is a drug prescribed to diabetic patients.
"Has she ever had a good take in her life?" One wrote.
"Another ignorant comment to make fun of her for," another added, referring to Osbourne's other controversial comment about immigrant workers.
"Or maybe bc the ppl who need the DIABETIC medicine to live or they'll die are currently suffering bc y'all are too lazy to get in the gym and change your diets ..."
"Weird way to say you're lazy and privileged."
Kelly Osbourne's Quick Weight Loss Due to Ozempic?
According to reports, Osbourne has been candid about her weight struggles over the years, and it came to a head in 2022 after welcoming her baby, Sidney.
"I'm going to be honest, I felt the pressure of after having the baby to lose the baby weight," the "More Than Life Itself" singer said. "It became my mission. I was obsessed with it because I didn't even want to get brought into the conversation, I just wanted to be left alone."
While Osbourne did not share whether she is using Ozempic, many deduce that she is since she is defending and supporting its use.
What is Ozepmic?
According to the Healthline website, Ozempic is a prescription drug used in people with type 2 diabetes.
It is injected and helps manage blood sugar levels, but doctors also prescribe it for weight loss or weight management.
Ozempic has since become a fast-growing trend among celebrities and other high-profile personalities, but its use remains to be controversial.
