Particle.news

Download on the App Store

Serena Williams Discloses 31-Pound Loss With GLP-1, Goes Public With Ro Partnership

Her announcement coincides with a paid ambassador role at telehealth provider Ro, where her husband sits on the board.

Image
Image
Image
Image

Overview

  • Williams says she began weekly injections in early 2024, about six months after giving birth and after stopping breastfeeding.
  • She reports improved blood sugar and reduced knee pain since starting the medication, and says she has not experienced side effects.
  • The specific drug was reported as Zepbound in some outlets, though she has otherwise referred to it broadly as a GLP-1 therapy.
  • She describes the treatment as researched medical care rather than a shortcut, aligning with Ro’s effort to reduce stigma around GLP-1 use.
  • Public reaction has been mixed, with online criticism over celebrity promotion and questions about her commercial ties alongside support for her transparency.