From almost 500kg to thriving: TV personality reveals jaw-dropping new look
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If you’ve been following the journey of Tammy Slaton, the larger-than-life star of TLC’s 1000-Lb. Sisters, you might want to sit down for this one—because her latest transformation is nothing short of jaw-dropping.
Tammy, now 38, has stunned fans and inspired thousands with her incredible weight loss journey, and her most recent photos have left the internet absolutely buzzing.
Tammy’s story has been one of grit, heartbreak, and, ultimately, triumph. At her heaviest, Tammy tipped the scales at over 318 kilograms—a weight that not only threatened her health but also her very life.
But in a testament to her determination, she’s managed to shed a staggering 228 kilograms, bringing her current weight down to 108 kilograms. That’s right—she’s literally less than half the woman she used to be, and she’s never looked happier or healthier.
Tammy recently took to social media to share a carousel of photos that had fans doing double takes. The series started with some sweet close-up shots, but the real showstopper was a full-body photo of Tammy in a sleek, black shapewear one-piece.
The difference is nothing short of dramatic—her face is slimmer, her posture is confident, and her smile says it all. Captioned 'I knew the assignment,' Tammy’s post radiates pride and self-assurance.
Fans were quick to flood the comments with support and admiration. 'Absolutely loving this era of Tammy,' one wrote, while another admitted, 'Brought a tear to my eye. It’s been honestly so inspiring and amazing to watch your journey.'
And honestly, who could blame them? Watching Tammy’s transformation has been like witnessing a real-life miracle unfold.
Tammy’s journey hasn’t been easy. In late 2022, she underwent bariatric surgery—a major procedure that reduces the size of the stomach to help with weight loss. But that was just the beginning.
After losing hundreds of kilograms, Tammy faced another challenge: excess skin. Earlier this year, she underwent skin removal surgery, a procedure that’s as physically demanding as it is emotionally rewarding.
'I worked really hard for this, and now it’s here,' Tammy told *People* magazine, recalling the moment she was approved for the surgery. 'I’m pretty sure it was noticeable on my face how immediately shocked and then overwhelmed with joy I was.'
Much of Tammy’s progress took place at the Windsor Lane Rehabilitation Center in Ohio, where she spent 14 months focusing on her health. Through a combination of medical treatment, therapy, and sheer willpower, she lost more than 181 kilograms during her stay.
Of course, Tammy’s journey has been shared with her sister Amy, who’s also undergone her own weight loss transformation—losing 80 kilograms. Tammy even joked on the show, 'Everyone is telling me I look smaller than Amy. That’s kind of hard to believe. I can’t believe I did that.'
But Tammy’s story isn’t just about weight loss. It’s also about love and loss. While at Windsor Lane, she met Caleb Willingham, a fellow patient who quickly became her confidant and, eventually, her husband.
The two tied the knot in a small, intimate ceremony with just 30 guests, their home care nurse officiating. Sadly, their happiness was short-lived. Caleb passed away just months after their wedding at the age of 40, a loss that left Tammy devastated.
'I was sitting in the fetal position,' Tammy recalled of the moment she learned the news. 'I got a text message from his friend up there and the text said, ‘Caleb’s not doing good. They’re in there working on him.’ Twenty minutes later, he texted me back and said he was gone.'
Tammy has been open about the challenges in their relationship, admitting that things had changed in Caleb’s final months.
'We felt like roommates,' she shared in a previous season of the show, highlighting the emotional complexities that come with such a dramatic life change.
With her newfound confidence and a whole new lease on life, Tammy is embracing her 'new era.' She’s more active on social media, sharing updates and inspiring others to take charge of their health.
And while the future is always uncertain, one thing’s for sure: Tammy Slaton is not done surprising us yet.
Read more: She made mistakes in the kitchen look brave—her loss reminds us it’s never too late to try
Have you been following Tammy’s journey? What do you think of her incredible transformation? Have you or someone you know faced a similar health challenge? We’d love to hear your thoughts and stories—share them in the comments below and let’s celebrate the power of perseverance together!
Tammy, now 38, has stunned fans and inspired thousands with her incredible weight loss journey, and her most recent photos have left the internet absolutely buzzing.
Tammy’s story has been one of grit, heartbreak, and, ultimately, triumph. At her heaviest, Tammy tipped the scales at over 318 kilograms—a weight that not only threatened her health but also her very life.
But in a testament to her determination, she’s managed to shed a staggering 228 kilograms, bringing her current weight down to 108 kilograms. That’s right—she’s literally less than half the woman she used to be, and she’s never looked happier or healthier.
1000-Lb. Sisters star Tammy Slaton has shocked fans by revealing her dramatic weight loss transformation in a new social media post, showing off her slimmer figure after losing over 226 kilograms. Image source: @tammy.l.slaton / Tiktok.
Tammy recently took to social media to share a carousel of photos that had fans doing double takes. The series started with some sweet close-up shots, but the real showstopper was a full-body photo of Tammy in a sleek, black shapewear one-piece.
The difference is nothing short of dramatic—her face is slimmer, her posture is confident, and her smile says it all. Captioned 'I knew the assignment,' Tammy’s post radiates pride and self-assurance.
Fans were quick to flood the comments with support and admiration. 'Absolutely loving this era of Tammy,' one wrote, while another admitted, 'Brought a tear to my eye. It’s been honestly so inspiring and amazing to watch your journey.'
And honestly, who could blame them? Watching Tammy’s transformation has been like witnessing a real-life miracle unfold.
Tammy’s journey hasn’t been easy. In late 2022, she underwent bariatric surgery—a major procedure that reduces the size of the stomach to help with weight loss. But that was just the beginning.
After losing hundreds of kilograms, Tammy faced another challenge: excess skin. Earlier this year, she underwent skin removal surgery, a procedure that’s as physically demanding as it is emotionally rewarding.
'I worked really hard for this, and now it’s here,' Tammy told *People* magazine, recalling the moment she was approved for the surgery. 'I’m pretty sure it was noticeable on my face how immediately shocked and then overwhelmed with joy I was.'
Much of Tammy’s progress took place at the Windsor Lane Rehabilitation Center in Ohio, where she spent 14 months focusing on her health. Through a combination of medical treatment, therapy, and sheer willpower, she lost more than 181 kilograms during her stay.
Tammy underwent bariatric surgery in late 2022, followed by skin removal procedures, and now weighs 108 kilograms—a huge drop from her heaviest weight of more than 315 kilograms. Image source: @tammy.l.slaton / Tiktok.
Of course, Tammy’s journey has been shared with her sister Amy, who’s also undergone her own weight loss transformation—losing 80 kilograms. Tammy even joked on the show, 'Everyone is telling me I look smaller than Amy. That’s kind of hard to believe. I can’t believe I did that.'
But Tammy’s story isn’t just about weight loss. It’s also about love and loss. While at Windsor Lane, she met Caleb Willingham, a fellow patient who quickly became her confidant and, eventually, her husband.
The two tied the knot in a small, intimate ceremony with just 30 guests, their home care nurse officiating. Sadly, their happiness was short-lived. Caleb passed away just months after their wedding at the age of 40, a loss that left Tammy devastated.
'I was sitting in the fetal position,' Tammy recalled of the moment she learned the news. 'I got a text message from his friend up there and the text said, ‘Caleb’s not doing good. They’re in there working on him.’ Twenty minutes later, he texted me back and said he was gone.'
Tammy has been open about the challenges in their relationship, admitting that things had changed in Caleb’s final months.
'We felt like roommates,' she shared in a previous season of the show, highlighting the emotional complexities that come with such a dramatic life change.
With her newfound confidence and a whole new lease on life, Tammy is embracing her 'new era.' She’s more active on social media, sharing updates and inspiring others to take charge of their health.
And while the future is always uncertain, one thing’s for sure: Tammy Slaton is not done surprising us yet.
Read more: She made mistakes in the kitchen look brave—her loss reminds us it’s never too late to try
Have you been following Tammy’s journey? What do you think of her incredible transformation? Have you or someone you know faced a similar health challenge? We’d love to hear your thoughts and stories—share them in the comments below and let’s celebrate the power of perseverance together!
