In season 6 of 1000-Lb. Sisters, Tammy Slaton is considering undergoing “head-to-toe” skin removal surgery. While her sister Amy Slaton-Halterman is comfortable with her body after losing almost 200 pounds through bariatric surgery, Tammy is unhappy with the excess skin left after losing 500 pounds. She is seen visiting a doctor to discuss the skin removal process in a teaser video posted on Entertainment Tonight’s YouTube page. The doctor informs Tammy that she has loose skin all over her body that will require multiple operations and healing phases, leaving her worried about getting approved for the surgery.
Filmed in 2020, the reality star is shown visiting a surgeon who gives her the news about her loose skin. Despite her fears, Tammy is determined to go through with the skin removal process. The upcoming season of 1000-Lb. Sisters, premiering on TLC on October 8, will follow Tammy and Amy on their journey to acceptance, while also engaging in fun and adventure. A clip reveals the sisters traveling to London, with Tammy seen riding a mobility scooter down a cobbled street, showcasing her remarkable weight loss.
Tammy frequently documents her weight loss journey on social media, sharing updates and pictures of her progress. In a recent Instagram video, she expressed her perspective on her transformation, stating that she takes selfies not because she thinks she looks good, but to remind herself of her previous size and reflect on her weight loss journey. Tammy also opened up about how she lost herself while focusing on losing weight, turning to alcohol and food as coping mechanisms. She is aware of the risk of falling back into bad habits and gaining weight again, emphasizing the effort she has put into her transformation.
The TLC series has explored how Tammy and Amy’s physical transformations have affected their health and personal lives. Tammy revealed on TikTok that she had reached the 500-pound weight loss milestone, attributing her success to hard work and dedication. In an interview with Us Weekly, Tammy shared the challenges of getting approved for the surgery and the sacrifices she had to make to achieve her weight loss goals. She emphasized that her progress was not easy and involved a lot of effort and dedication. Through the series, viewers will witness Tammy’s journey towards self-acceptance and overcoming the obstacles on her path to a healthier lifestyle.
