Reason behind Barbie Ferreira’s remarkable weight loss transformation revealed amid Ozempic rumors

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'Euphoria' star Barbie Ferreira shared a series of stunning photos showcasing her amazing weight loss on Monday, September 2.

Insiders claimed that Ferreira dropped weight in an attempt to "reinvent" herself and "revitalize" her Hollywood career after she quit the HBO show and found opportunities "drying up".

Ferreira had earlier shared a few images on social media where she appeared significantly thinner, leading some to assume that she was taking Ozempic—a weight loss medication that is popular among celebrities.

With a smaller waist and slender arms, the 27-year-old actress—who is known for her distinctive curves—looked almost unrecognizable as she posed in a garden wearing a chocolate brown dress with her black lace bra peeking out.

Barbie Ferreira lost weight to 'reinvent' herself in Hollywood

Amid speculations that she has been taking Ozempic, Barbie Ferreira took to Instagram on Monday to share more stunning photos with her 5 million followers.

One of the stunning images had Ferreira wearing a low-cut cream negligee without makeup.

Her dark hair hung loosely around her shoulders as she gazed off-camera in a sensuous gesture captured in her home.

In another picture, the actress looked amazing in a black leather triangle halterneck top that flaunted her toned midsection.

She accentuated her recent weight loss by posing with her hands on her hips and accessorizing the ensemble with a low-cut skirt and dark-rimmed glasses.

Although it is still unknown if she used the popular weight-loss medication, those close to the actress claimed that she eventually lost weight to demonstrate to the world her determination to be successful in the business.

An insider revealed to Daily Mail, "Since she quit 'Euphoria', the opportunities have been drying up for Barbie and she knew that a reinvention was necessary to maintain longevity."

"In order to get roles in Hollywood, you've got to look the part and as shallow as that sounds, it is, unfortunately, true," they added.

The source continued, "She lost the weight to revitalize her career and better highlight her talents. She has such a strong drive to succeed in the industry and is incredibly talented."

"Doing this spread and showing off her new body was a way of saying, 'Hey this is me now and I am ready to work.'"

The source remarked, "She wants to be able to play sexy parts too and will do what it takes to succeed. Ozempic can offer a really easy way to achieve this."

"She actually wasn't in 'Euphoria' that much, but the time she was on set it was clear that her image was important to her," a second source said.

They noted, "Whether she did Ozempic or lost weight by other means, she is loving all the attention from it. It wouldn't surprise anyone if it was Ozempic though."

The 'Euphoria' actress has never publicly discussed her size before, but four years ago, she revealed that she has struggled with mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, binge eating, and body image problems.

She partially ascribed her problems to the strains brought on by her fame in the age of social media, per Daily Mail.

The initial purpose of Ozempic, a brand name for the drug semaglutide, was to assist those with type 2 diabetes in achieving better glycemic control.

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) decided to broaden the peptide's prescription in March 2024 in a bid to help obese individuals lose weight and lower their risk of cardiovascular events.

Barbie Ferreira's stunning weight loss transformation receives mixed reactions online

While admirers praised Barbie Ferreira for the sensuous transformation pictures, some immediately questioned if she was using the diabetic medication Ozempic, which aids in weight loss.

One supporter commented, "You lose weight you get hate, you gain weight you get hate, can't win."

A second one added, "My god, can the girl not just lose weight without you all losing your minds? Get a grip."

"Same ppl who used to be “”body positive”” now point fingers when someone looses weight… world is so fkd up," remarked another supporter.

Another noted, "As a girlie that also fluctuates in weight, she’s slaying and I don’t wanna see any ozempic bs comments."

Several others claimed that the actress turned to the popular weight loss drug as one wrote, "Her OZEMPIC ERAAAA," while another remarked, "The ozempic ate."

Another added, "Girl give me the leftover ozempic," while one commented, "Talk about ozempic."

"What in the ozempic happened???" exclaimed another, while one said, "Ozempic queen."

"This is horrible for the nowadays teens. They're living the ozempic era. It's like the heroine era but with social media. I wouldn't like to be 15 right now. This needs to stop," chimed in one.

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