Ashley Grahamhas criticised the rising popularity of GLP-1 weight-loss medications, including drugs such asOzempic, saying the trend feels like 'a smack in the face' to the body positivity movement.
The supermodel and body positivity advocate made the comments in aMarie Claireinterview, where she reflected on how shifting beauty standards in Hollywood and fashion are affecting women's confidence and representation.
Graham also described the renewed focus on thinness as 'disheartening,' pointing to what she sees as a cultural swing away from inclusivity.
GLP-1 receptor agonists, a class of medications used to manage type 2 diabetes and support weight loss, have become increasingly popular in entertainment and celebrity circles.
Drugs such as Ozempic have been widely discussed in recent years due to their appetite-suppressing effects and visible weight-loss results, as reported byPeople.
As their use becomes more mainstream in Hollywood and social media culture, discussions around body image and beauty standards have intensified. Graham's comments reflect growing debate over whether the popularity ofGLP-1 medicationsis shifting attention back towards thinner body ideals, particularly within the fashion industry.
In her interview, Graham addressed the impact of the trend on the body positivity movement, which has long promoted inclusivity and acceptance of diverse body types. She said the shift in focus towards weight-loss medications feels like a reversal of recent progress in how women's bodies are represented.
The model described the situation as part of a wider cultural pattern, suggesting that the industry often moves between different ideals of beauty. She emphasised that while body positivity gained momentum in recent years, the current emphasis on weight loss has created new pressures for women in the public eye.
Despite her concerns, Graham said she does not view the rise of GLP-1 medications as erasing progress made in body diversity. She noted that plus-size women continue to have visibility in fashion and media, and that representation remains present across different platforms.
Graham has built much of her career around promoting inclusivity in fashion and has consistently advocated for better representation of different body types. Her collaborations, including inclusive clothing lines, have aimed to expand access to fashion for a wider range of sizes.
Source: International Business Times UK
