But what is important to me is transparency.” That calling has led her to this very moment: Williams is ready to share that she’s on the GLP-1 drug Zepbound, a type of medication typically prescribed for diabetes and now also used for weight management.

Speaking on NBC’S Today show, tennis superstar Serena Williams talks about her challenges with weight loss after having two children and her decision to use a GLP-1. NBC News’ Anne Thompson reports.

Everyone is allowed to have their own opinion. But it’s important for me to own my own narrative and tell my own story.”