Tammy Slatonfrom1000-Lb Sistersfeared stepping out in public even after getting her skin removal surgery for one heartbreaking reason. Tammy, last seen in1000-Lb Sistersseason 7, has undergone a remarkable transformation, shedding over 500 pounds since her peak weight of 725 pounds.Her journey began in 2022 with bariatric surgery, followed by intensive rehabilitation. By April 2024,Tammy reached a weight of 238 pounds, marking a significant milestone. In January 2025,Tammy underwent skin removal surgery, removing over 15 pounds of excess skin. Her progress has inspired many, showcasing her dedication to health and personal growth.
Tammy has started to open up about her recovery process after having her extra since removed.
Tammyrecently shared a TikTok with the text, “Tammy’s Screen Test, The Andy Warhol Museum.” She wore a scarf, andher chin was covered with bandages. Tammy appeared confused in the video as she looked around, smiling, sometimes posing, or talking to someone behind the camera. Tammy explained what was really going on in the video in the caption. “From the Andy Warhol Museum Andy Warhol was one of the ones that created a stop motion pictures,” she wrote before adding that she was filming a stop-motion video.
“I am dressed like that because I had skin removal surgery on my face.”
Tammy wrote that she was wearing her sister Amanda Halterman’s scarf and had earmuffs on to keep herself warm. “I was not trying to make fun of nobody,” Tammy shared after someone questioned her attire. She had a feeling someone was “gonna say something like always.” It appears Tammy was replying to someone who said, “MashaAllah sister,” referring to her wearing the head covering.“That’s not funny I hated going out in public look[ing] like this,” she revealed, as she explained the video was filmed in the middle of winter, and she was “freaking freezing” after getting her skin removed.
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Excess skin became one of Tammy’s biggest insecurities after her dramatic weight loss.She was well aware of how her “turkey gobbler” looked on TVand in social media photos. The skin around her legs made it difficult to walk upright and even bathe properly. Undergoing skin removal was not easy. It involved multiple surgeries that lasted several hours, and Tammy still has more procedures ahead. Recovery was also a challenge for the former YouTuber, both physically and emotionally.
Tammy had her surgery in January 2025, when cold weather can make surgical scars more painful. Scar tissue often becomes more sensitive during winter, increasing discomfort. To protect herself, she wore scarves and earmuffs, knowing her new look might attract criticism. As expected, online trolls mocked her appearance. Tammy, however, was prepared.When she saw a hurtful comment from a fan, she fired back, making it clear she would not tolerate negativityabout her transformation.
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Tammy’s Honest Moment Deserves Respect
1000-Lb Sistersstar Tammy’s post about her recovery shows a very real and honest side of her. In the TikTok she shared from the Andy Warhol Museum, she wore a scarf and bandages while still healing from surgery. Some people made fun of how she looked, but Tammy explained she was just trying to stay warm and didn’t feel good about going out in public.Her response to criticism highlights how vulnerable healing can bein the public eye. Tammy’s openness is brave, and it’s a reminder that her transformation was an emotional battle, not just a physical change.
1000-lb Sisters
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1000-lb Sisters follows the journey of Amy and Tammy Slaton, who struggle with obesity and together weigh over 1000 pounds. Set against the backdrop of their unique challenges, the series explores Amy’s aspiration for motherhood and Tammy’s dependence on her sibling as she becomes increasingly immobile.
