Oprah Winfrey Steps Down from Weight Watchers Board, Donates Shares to Museum

Oprah Winfrey's departure from Weight Watchers sends the company's stock tumbling by 25%, marking a significant shift in the diet industry.

Oprah Winfrey announced she is stepping away from the board of Weight Watchers and divesting her 10% share in the company, sending its stock down by 25%.
Winfrey's departure is seen as a pivotal moment for the diet industry, which is moving away from traditional diet plans towards medical weight loss solutions.
Throughout her career, Oprah has been a significant influence on wellness trends, including her endorsement of Weight Watchers which significantly boosted the company's value.
The public's obsession with Oprah's weight and health journey reflects broader societal issues around body image and the stigmatization of weight loss methods.
Winfrey plans to donate her shares of Weight Watchers stock to the National Museum of African American History and Culture, highlighting her impact beyond the diet industry.