Tammy Slaton, one-half of the famous duo from TLC’s hit show 1000-Lb Sisters, has undergone a transformation that’s nothing short of jaw-dropping. Once weighing 725 pounds and dependent on an oxygen tube, Tammy, 38, has now shed over 540 pounds—and she’s finally getting to see the version of herself she’s worked so hard to become.
Since 2020, Tammy and her sister Amy have invited viewers into their health journey. The pair had a combined starting weight of over 1,000 pounds. Tammy’s road to wellness hasn’t been smooth. She’s faced addiction, spent time in rehab, and even lost her husband, Caleb Willingham, in 2023. But her perseverance has paid off in a big way.
After qualifying for bariatric surgery in July 2022, Tammy continued her progress and eventually underwent skin removal surgery, a milestone documented by TLC in a new behind-the-scenes clip. The emotional 30-minute episode captures her family’s support, her surgeon’s detailed explanation, and Tammy’s raw reactions—both nervous and excited.
“The night before my surgery, I was seriously freaking terrified,” Tammy shared with People. “I was even more nervous about the skin removal than I was for the weight loss surgery!”
Tammy Slaton underwent bariatric surgery in 2022 (TLC)
The surgery involved removing over 15 pounds of excess skin from her face, neck, arms, and stomach area—but not fat. According to her surgeon, the skin removed could’ve covered three square feet. Tammy’s reaction post-op? Absolutely priceless.
“My coochie’s in the right place now!” she joked, peeking at her new body for the first time.
Now, her midsection is visible, her neckline defined, and Tammy says she barely recognizes herself in the mirror.
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Tammy now (TikTok/Tammy Slaton)
She recently told Ezell Film Company that she’s lost “three whole versions” of herself. Her TikTok followers have also witnessed her transformation journey firsthand, with before-and-after videos going viral for their raw honesty and incredible results.
Tammy’s story isn’t just about weight loss. It’s about resilience, self-worth, and taking back control of her life. From struggling to walk, to now reclaiming her body and her confidence—Tammy Slaton is an inspiring example of what determination can do.
