WeightWatchers Files for Bankruptcy — But It’s Not the End
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After more than six decades helping people manage their weight, WeightWatchers has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the U.S. as part of a financial restructuring plan. With over $1.15 billion in debt, the company is hitting pause to regroup—but this isn’t a shutdown. In fact, it’s business as usual for members.
In the announcement, WeightWatchers made it clear: no services are going away. Whether you’re using the Points Program, accessing virtual coaching, attending in-person workshops, or getting prescription support through their telehealth offerings, everything will stay intact during the restructuring process.
The goal here isn’t to close the doors—it’s to future-proof the brand. CEO Tara Comonte says the bankruptcy filing is meant to give the company the flexibility to double down on innovation, expand its digital presence, and grow its rapidly scaling telehealth business, which saw a 57% jump in revenue this year alone. So, no—WeightWatchers isn’t going anywhere. But big changes are clearly on the table.
