Williams highlights his weight problems in WW role
SINGER Robbie Williams has been unveiled as a new global ambassador for WW, formerly known as Weight Watchers.
The star and X Factor judge will appear alongside fellow newlyannounced global ambassador, actress Kate Hudson, spokeswoman Oprah Winfrey and other WW members in the weight management brand’s For Every Body campaign.
Williams will share his “wellness journey” on social media using the hashtag #Mywhy in an attempt to encourage others to share their own reasons for getting healthier in 2019. The campaign is “based on the insight that everyone has their own reason to get healthy and what makes the most meaningful impact along the journey is everything you gain,” WW said.
They said it reflects their evolution building on the company’s “leading position in weight management and deliver a more holistic platform for health and wellness.”
Williams has previously talked about his battle with weight, and he also poked fun at himself on his 2013 album Swings Both Ways with a track called No One Likes A Fat Pop Star.
He said: “WW is the first programme that truly feels like it fits with my life. After my back injury last year, I definitely let my healthy habits slip and I felt as though I let myself and my family down.
“I can’t keep trying the same things and hoping for a different outcome.
“I trust the history of behaviour science that WW has, and I’m proud to be a new ambassador. Hopefully, others will benefit from my experience.”
WW’S president and chief executive Mindy Grossman said: “WW aims to be the world’s partner in wellness: a programme designed for everybody and committed to helping millions adopt healthy habits.
“We are so thrilled to have Robbie join our community and inspire others with his wellness journey.”
WW rebranded from Weight Watchers in September, removing Weight from its name and moving its focus to wellness and health.
The new campaign, which launches on December 26 and will see Williams featured in European markets, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, comes after the organisation’s survey on global wellness suggested 90% of adults across the world say improving their physical, mental and emotional health is one of their goals for 2019.
Gail Tifford, chief brand officer at WW, said: “It’s inspiring to hear our members’ stories.”