I’m relieved thatTammy Slatonfrom1000-Lb Sistersended things with her ex-boyfriend, Jerry Sykes, as he may not be a good person. She made her reality TV debut in 2020 when she joined1000-Lb Sistersseason 1 with her sister Amy Slaton.Tammy showcased her struggles with obesityon the show. Initially, she found itdifficult to break free from her past habits, including overcoming her food addictionthat contributed to her weight gain. Tammy also often partied with her friends, which led her to consume excessive alcohol and snacks.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Tammy faced a life-threatening condition that put her in a coma. This health scare opened her eyes and made her realize the true value of life. In 2022, I was proud that Tammy joined a rehabilitation center in Ohio where she naturally lost weight. Eventually, she was approved to undergo weight loss surgery. Tammy also began arelationship with fellow patient Caleb Willinghamand tied the knot with him in November 2022. Unfortunately,Tammy’s marriage to Caleb was short-lived, as her husband unexpectedly passed awayin June 2023, just six months after their wedding.
Tammy & Jerry’s Relationship & Breakup Explained
Tammy & Jerry Were In A Long-Distance Relationship
Caleb wasn’t the first man Tammy dated in front of the reality TV cameras. A few years before the show premiered,Tammy fell in love with her former boyfriend, Jerry. She met him in a BBW chat room and maintained a long-distance friendship with him. Eventually, Jerry visited Tammy in her hometown, and they met in person. The two formed a strong bond that ultimately developed into a romantic relationship. However, Tammy’s family members and fans, like me, didn’t approve of the relationship, citing red flags. Tammy’s brother,Chris Combs, even accused Jerry of being a feeder and an enabler.
Jerry’s marital status also became a major point of conversation on the show.
Unlike Tammy, who was single at the time, Jerry was in a committed relationship with his wife. He had several children with his partner and numerous other responsibilities. Jerry was also legally married to his wife. Therefore, he couldn’t marry Tammy. Ultimately, Tammy ended her relationship with Jerry during1000-Lb Sistersseason 2 asshe understood he would never propose to her. Jerry also moved forward with his life and didn’t appear in any subsequent seasons of the show.
Jerry’s Ex-Girlfriend Put Him On Blast
Jerry Now Lives With His Ex-Wife
Recently, Jerry resurfaced on social media after his ex-girlfriend made some serious allegations. According to@Zealousideal_Box1701, Jerry’s ex posted screenshots of their chat, claiming that he accused her of cheating on him. Besides emotional trauma,Jerry’s ex also alleged that he sent her disturbing messages.
She posted screenshots of their texts, showing him making some unsettling comments. Jerry’s ex alleged,“He lives with his ex wife and ain’t got a car!!!! He alsogets money from his ex wife by being her care giver!!!! He just sits at his ex wife’s house and collects $18.00 An hour!!!! He is a Joke!!!!”
Where Would Tammy Be If She Stayed With Jerry?
Tammy May Have Been Able To Lose Weight
I don’t believe Tammy would have been happy if she had stayed with Jerry.
Shemight still be overweight due to Jerry’s enabling behavior. Tammy could still be dealing with food addiction and other unhealthy habits that kept her unfit in the past. I think she would not have been happy with Jerry because they didn’t have much in common.
Although she liked him, she didn’t have any plans with him. If Tammy had stayed in her relationship with Jerry,she might never have fallen in love with Caleb or explored her sexuality. Remaining with Jerry likely would have hindered the1000-Lb Sisterscast member from personal growth.
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