In a recent livestream, Oprah Winfrey openly addressed her contribution to perpetuating diet culture over the years. Speaking at WeightWatchers’ “Making The Shift: A New Way to Think About Weight” livestream, she emphasized a pivotal moment in reshaping societal perspectives on body image. Oprah acknowledged her own role in promoting diet culture through various platforms over the past 25 years. Reflecting on her involvement in numerous weight loss shows and makeovers, she admitted to being a significant contributor to the phenomenon. Specifically, she expressed regret over a 1988 episode of “The Oprah Winfrey Show” where she showcased a wagon of fat, recognizing it as one of her biggest mistakes. Understanding the negative impact it had on viewers, she highlighted the importance of learning and evolving, quoting Maya Angelou’s wisdom: “When you know better, you do better.” Winfrey concluded by taking ownership of her past actions and expressed a commitment to fostering more positive conversations about body image moving forward.