Bethenny Frankel recently opened up about her stance on using a GLP-1 receptor agonist, sharing insights into her preparations for the high-profile Sports Illustrated Swimsuit event.
In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly on Tuesday, June 9, the former star of Real Housewives of New York City expressed her openness to trying such medications if needed, stating, “If I needed it, I would, I would try it.” Frankel explained that although her weight has remained consistent over the years, aging brings changes like menopause or hormonal shifts that might make some women consider additional help.
Frankel also mentioned hearing discussions about the broader benefits of these medications, underscoring her belief that, “As long as it’s healthy,” she supports individuals choosing weight loss aids. She emphasized, “Whatever works for you,” and advocated for moderation in usage.
The conversation around Ozempic, a drug initially intended for treating Type 2 diabetes, has gained momentum in the weight loss community. Some celebrities have publicly acknowledged using it, while others have denied such claims. Notably, Chelsea Handler confessed during a January 2023 episode of the “Call Her Daddy” podcast that she had inadvertently taken the medication.
Ozempic has become a hot topic when it comes to weight loss — with some stars confirming they have used the drug while others denied it. Chelsea Handler admitted during a January 2023 episode of the “Call Her Daddy” podcast that she unknowingly took the Type 2 diabetes medication, which is traditionally used to improve […]
However, the Skinnygirl founder is not in support of the drug taking “over” peoples’ lives. “I know people that are malnourished from it and can take it too far,” she told Us. “There are examples of it not being [healthy].”
To get toned for the show, Frankel told Us she “did some of the SofWave [for skin lifting in her face and body] and PureImpact treatments.”
“I did that a couple of times before last year’s show, and then before this year’s show. I know that you feel sore after it … I’m doing more than I used to, because everybody got in my head,” Frankel shared.
She also “walked four times a week,” which helped tone her “arms and a little bit [her] butt,” as well as “abs.”
“I’m not trying to mess with anything,” she told Us, noting that she eats non-bloating foods including smoothies and has “creatine drink packets,” which is good for building muscle.
While Frankel has not experimented with GLP-1s, other celebrities have been candid about their use of weight loss drugs.
Stars including Kelly Clarkson, Amy Schumer, Rebel Wilson, Brooks Nader, Serena Williams and more have been candid about their use of the medication.
Take Nader, 28, for example, who walked in the Sports Illustrated runway show during Miami Swim Week with Frankel. She previously opened up to Us about her GLP-1 “addiction” in December 2025, sharing, “When I was vocal about it, I was truly just in a vulnerable moment, and I’m appreciative that so many women have reached out to me with similar struggles.”
She added, “I feel like that’s what it’s all about: why we do [Love Thy Nader], why we open up, is to have community, because us women have to stick together. There’s a lot that goes on that we handle, that we carry on our shoulders.”