Fans of 1000-Lb Sisters have followed Amy and Tammy Slaton from the very beginning, watching them take on life-changing challenges in their quest for better health. Over the years, both sisters have made incredible progress—and Amy recently wowed her followers by showing off her new figure in a strapless black dress.
From Kentucky Roots to Reality TV Fame
Amy Slaton, born in Dixon, Kentucky, gained national attention alongside her sister Tammy when their combined weight reached 1,000 pounds in the show’s first season. Viewers quickly became invested in their story—two sisters determined to take back control of their lives. Both underwent weight-loss surgery and began their transformations, not just physically but emotionally too.
Amy’s Personal Challenges and Growth
Amy’s journey hasn’t been easy. She married her high school sweetheart, Michael Halterman, and the two had two sons together—Gage and Glenn. Unfortunately, their marriage ended less than a year after their second child was born. Though the split was painful, it became a turning point in Amy’s life.
In addition to her relationship struggles, Amy also lives with legal blindness caused by toxoplasmosis, a rare eye condition. But she’s never let that define her or hold her back.
After opening up about her breakup on TikTok, fans flooded her with support. Amy thanked them, admitting the days had been tough, but she was pushing forward.
Putting Mental Health First
In a candid interview in December 2023, Amy revealed she was focusing less on the scale and more on her mental well-being and being a good mom. Following her split and a bipolar disorder diagnosis, she realized that creating a loving, stable environment for her kids mattered more than anything else.
She also shared that she’s learning to set boundaries and avoid people who bring negativity into her life. “I get hurt,” she said, “but I don’t let it stop me.”
A Stunning Transformation
Amy has now lost a total of 176 pounds. After bariatric surgery, she initially dropped 136 pounds—and she’s kept going. Her latest TikTok, where she wore a strapless black dress with bows, got fans cheering her on. In her caption, she joked, “Serving body baby with a dash of low self-esteem, but doing the thing.”
Despite heartbreak, she continues to move forward, stronger and more confident than ever.
Tammy’s Own Triumph
Tammy Slaton also had a remarkable transformation. At her heaviest, she weighed 717 pounds and faced serious health issues. Determined to turn things around, she spent over a year at Windsor Lane Center in Ohio, where she not only worked on her health but met her late husband. Sadly, he passed away in 2023.
In late 2022, Tammy had weight-loss surgery and has since lost more than 400 pounds, bringing her weight down to 285 pounds. These days, she’s focusing on healing and staying connected with fans on TikTok, where she shares fun lip-sync videos and clips of her new pet cat.
Tammy’s health scare was the wake-up call she needed—and her progress continues to inspire fans around the world.
