Vanessa Williams – Using GLP-1: ‘Science Is Amazing’
Vanessa Williams Gets Real: How “Science Changed the Game” for Her Body and Confidence
If you’ve been watching Vanessa Williams glow lately — from her stunning roles to her radiant confidence — you’re not alone in wondering what’s behind the shift. In a heart-to-heart interview, the actress, singer, and former Miss America opened up about something real, relatable, and honestly refreshing: taking care of her body, health, and joy as she gets older — and embracing the tools that help her do it.
Perimenopause Was a Wake-Up Call
Vanessa, now 62, didn’t sugarcoat it. She shared that her 50s hit differently, especially with perimenopause and menopause. She found that her body just wouldn’t respond the way it used to, even though she was still eating well and working out. It left her feeling a little out of control; a feeling many of us know all too well.
That’s when she decided to try something many women in mid-life are talking about: a class of medications called GLP-1s.
Why GLP-1s — and Why Now?
Vanessa shared that she’s been taking Mounjaro, a GLP-1 medication originally developed for diabetes but now widely used to help with weight management and appetite control. And she didn’t hold back, she called it a “game-changer.” She said that when she turned 60, she thought, “I want to be here for a long time, and I want to look my best.” That honest intent – longevity, health, confidence… really resonated.
More than that, Vanessa celebrated science — yes, science! — for giving women more options today than ever before when it comes to navigating bodies that change over time.
It’s Not Just About the Medication
Vanessa’s approach isn’t one-note. She also shared that she’s using hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and even NAD+ injections — which some people use to support energy and aging at a cellular level. And she hasn’t shied away from beauty innovations either, like advanced facials and a microcurrent Ziip device that she’s used for years.
Her message? Taking care of yourself can be multifaceted; and it’s self-love, not vanity.
A Bigger Conversation for Real Women
What’s especially meaningful for Black women is hearing someone like Vanessa talk about this with warmth and honesty, without shame. She didn’t come at it with judgment or perfection. She came at it with curiosity, care, and a desire to feel good in her own skin — and that’s something so many of us can connect with.
We’ve also seen others in the spotlight, like Oprah and Serena Williams, open up about GLP-1 meds and how they’ve helped them manage health, aging, and confidence in their own lives.
Your Story Matters Too
Whether you’re in your late 20s facing early hormonal shifts, in your 40s juggling stress and metabolism changes, or navigating perimenopause or menopause in your 50s; stories like Vanessa’s remind us we’re not alone.
And just like her, you get to decide what works for your body; with your doctor, your health goals, and your peace of mind at the center of it all.
Here’s to feeling like your best self; at every age.
