Euphoria star shocks fans with unrecognizable ultra-slim selfies, fueling Ozempic rumors

Barbie Ferreira, a star of Netflix hit Euphoria, has shocked social media with pictures of her incredible weight loss.

In a photo recently posted online, a noticeably thinner Ferreira is seen posing in the mirror, adding to speculation that she may have diabetes Drug Ozempic as an aid to weight loss.

Fans were quick to point out the noticeable differences in the 27-year-old actress’ body shape when comparing the recent snap to pictures of her from a few years ago.

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Others hailed her “amazing” transformation, adding that she was “unrecognizable”. Some also commented on viral posts saying, “Ozempic is a damn good drug.”

It remains unclear whether Ferreira actually took Ozempic, Mounjaro or Wegovy, the specific weight-loss drug that contains the same active ingredient, semaglutide.

Sources close to the star, who played Kat Hernandez in the HBO drama, have previously claimed that she lost weight to show the world that she was determined to succeed in the industry after leaving Euphoria.

“Since leaving Euphoria, opportunities for Barbie have dried up and she knew reinvention was necessary to maintain longevity,” sources told MailOnline’s sister publication, DailyMail.com.

In a photo recently published online, a noticeably thinner Ferreira can be seen posing in the mirror. This has fueled speculation that she may have taken a weight loss drug similar to the diabetes drug Ozempic

Barbie Ferreira, a star of Netflix hit Euphoria, has shocked social media with pictures of her incredible weight loss. From left to right Sophia Rose Wilson, Sydney Sweeney, Barbie Ferreira, Alexa Demie in the show’s first season in 2019

They added: “To get roles in Hollywood you have to look the part, and as superficial as that sounds, it’s unfortunately true.”

A second source added: “Whether she’s done Ozempic or lost weight in some other way, she loves all the attention it’s getting her. “It wouldn’t surprise anyone if it was Ozempic, though.”

Ferreira herself spoke last year about her exit from the series and her desire to “not portray the fat best friend.”

Several female stars have already admitted to using Ozempic, a diabetes drug that can be prescribed off-label for weight loss.

Rebel Wilson lost 80 pounds in four years and reached her goal weight of 11st 8 pounds. In 2020, she lost most of her excess, calling it her “year of health” and attributing it to healthy eating and exercise.

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Others hailed her “amazing” transformation, adding that she was “unrecognizable”. Some also commented on viral posts saying, “Ozempic is a damn good drug.”

However, while promoting her memoir Rebel Rising, she admitted to taking Ozempic shortly after losing weight to maintain her new shape.

Talk show host Oprah Winfrey, 70, also admitted in December to taking “weight loss medication.”

Earlier this month, television network HBO confirmed that Euphoria would return for a third season and return to production in 2025.

The network’s shutdown recently claimed that the hit drama series, which stars Zendaya, Maude Apatow, Jacob Elordi and Sydney Sweeney, among others, could be canceled amid rumors that members of the star-studded cast would be leaving the TV show .

An HBO representative told The Independent: “Euphoria goes into production in 2025. Nothing has changed.”

The teen drama series has been a huge hit with fans and critics since its launch in 2019 and its sequel has brought relief to fans.

Euphoria has also proven to be a career launcher for several cast members, including Jacob and Sydney, who recently admitted she loved playing the role of troubled teenager Cassie Howard.