Barbra Streisand explains 'Ozempic' comment on Melissa McCarthy's Instagram

Barbra Streisand has provided an answer as to why she asked Melissa McCarthy if she had used the weight loss medication Ozempic.

McCarthy shared a photo on Monday where she was seen at a charity event celebrating the famous choreographer, Matthew Bourne, along with the director Adam Shankman.

People who admire the celebrity and well-known individuals rushed to leave comments - including Streisand, whose post was taken down and created negative attention.

The celebrity who appeared in Funny Girl penned down: "Send him my good wishes. Have you consumed Ozempic medication?"

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McCarthy's supporters quickly noticed the remark, and one of them took to Twitter, saying: "Oh my goodness, could someone please show Barbra Streisand how to send a direct message?"

The comment made by Streisand was taken down subsequently, and she has now clarified why she authored it in another post on X.

The elderly person who is 82 years old wrote a message saying that they went on Instagram to look at the pictures that were uploaded of the pretty flowers they were given for their birthday. They expressed surprise and enthusiasm by using the acronym "OMG".

I saw a picture of my buddy Melissa McCarthy, who I collaborated with on my Encore record. She appeared stunning!

I simply wanted to give her a compliment, but I failed to consider that the entire world could be perceiving my words.

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53-year-old McCarthy has chosen not to react to Streisand's two posts.

Originally intended for people with diabetes, Ozempic is a treatment that helps in weight loss by reducing appetite and prolonging the digestion process. However, it only works if you continue taking it.

The UK government has prohibited the use of this medication as a remedy for overweight conditions because it is in high demand worldwide and has led to a shortage in supply.

There are many talks that some famous celebrities from Hollywood have employed the assistance of Ozempic in their weight loss journey. However, only a few of them have openly confessed to this.

Explore further: From Wegovy to Ozempic - what are the weight loss injections? Despite being cautioned for their health risks, Ozempic has taken the internet by storm.

Years ago, Stephen Fry was given a medication in the United States. He shared that this medication made him vomit up to five times a day, as he discussed earlier this year.

According to reports, Oprah Winfrey has admitted to using medication to help with weight loss. However, she has chosen not to disclose the specific type or name of the drug.