Oprah Winfrey Resigns from WeightWatchers Board, Donates Shares to Museum
Guam News Factor – In a surprising move, Oprah Winfrey has announced her resignation from the WeightWatchers board after nearly a decade of service. The media mogul cited a desire to avoid any conflict of interest, especially as she prepares to air a special program titled “An Oprah Special: Shame, Blame and the Weight Loss Revolution.”
During a recent appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Winfrey explained her decision and revealed that she has donated all of her shares in the company to the National Museum of African American History. This gesture comes as Winfrey continues to advocate for discussions around obesity as a disease rather than a matter of willpower.
Last year, Winfrey disclosed that she had been using weight-loss medication, emphasizing the importance of addressing obesity as a chronic condition. While her resignation was unexpected, given her role as an ambassador for WeightWatchers since 2017, Winfrey expressed her eagerness to collaborate with the company and CEO Sima Sistani to further the conversation on this issue.
Despite Winfrey’s reassurances, her departure from the board caused some turbulence in the market, with WeightWatchers shares dropping by 20%. Nevertheless, Winfrey remains committed to using her platform to raise awareness on the challenges surrounding weight loss and overall health.
In her upcoming special, set to air on ABC and Hulu, Winfrey will delve deeper into the complexities of weight loss and the societal stigmas attached to it. Throughout her career, Winfrey has been candid about her own struggles with weight, highlighting the importance of holistic approaches to wellness.
As fans eagerly anticipate Winfrey’s latest project, the media icon’s decision to step down from the WeightWatchers board signals a new chapter in her ongoing mission to promote self-care and self-acceptance.
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