Heidi Klum Rejects Hollywood's Weight-Loss Obsession, Credits Husband for Body Positivity

Supermodel Heidi Klum has expressed disinterest in the trend of Ozempic and other GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, attributing a shift in her body image to her husband, Tom Kaulitz. Klum stated that Kaulitz encouraged her to "eat more," a sentiment contrary to the decades-long pressure within the modeling industry to remain ultra-thin.

"I'm not interested at all," Klum told Us Weekly regarding the weight-loss drugs. The 53-year-old model acknowledged gaining weight over the years, noting that she no longer fits into a size 24 jean. However, she believes that "with age, we look better when we're not as skinny."

Klum recounted her husband's influence, saying he was the first to suggest she "would look better if you had more meat on your bones." This feedback contrasted sharply with industry norms, where a slimmer physique is often prioritized. Reflecting on past photographs, Klum admitted her husband's perspective held truth, as she appears to have better proportions when she is not as thin.

While Klum does not intend to use Ozempic herself, she stated that she does not criticize those who choose to. "In general, people should do what they want," she said. She acknowledged that for individuals who have struggled with weight for a long time, these medications might offer a helpful "jumpstart." Klum noted that because such struggles have not been a significant part of her life, she finds it difficult to pass judgment. She emphasized that individuals should take action if they are unhappy with something about themselves and wish to change it.

Klum also extended her views on self-acceptance to cosmetic procedures like Botox and facelifts, suggesting that true sexiness stems from self-worth and confidence rather than purely physical perfection. "What makes a person sexy is knowing their self-worth and knowing who they are," Klum stated. She argued that focusing on perceived flaws like body measurements or cellulite detracts from a person's overall identity, advocating instead for feeling good in one's own skin and recognizing one's capabilities.