Tɑmmy Slɑton passionately boasted about the transformative effects of her weight loss surgery on her overall well-being. She exclaimed, “The surgery has worked wonders for my hair, body, and health. It has truly improved every aspect of my life!”
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Tɑmmy Slɑton, known from the show 1000-Lb. Sisters, recently shared a TikTok video responding to a follower who complimented her on her fabulous hair. She took this opportunity to discuss her hair journey, stating, “I want to talk about my hair. If you’ve been watching, in the fourth season episode 3, you’ll see that I had red curly hair. That was back in February, and since then, my hair has grown so much!” Her smile radiated with pride as she continued, “So the surgery has not only benefited my body and health but also my hair. It’s truly a work in progress.”
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Tɑmmy went on to share how her weight loss journey has been truly life-changing. After losing an astounding 440 lbs and reaching an impressive weight of 285 lbs (down from her highest weight of 725 lbs), she has achieved significant milestones. One of these milestones may seem small to others but holds immense significance for her. Tɑmmy expressed, “Just being able to walk without a walker or being pushed in a wheelchair, and no longer needing oxygen. I don’t even sleep with it anymore. Then it was being able to fit in a regular vehicle, front seat, and the seatbelt without using an extender. So what may seem minor to some people is a giant achievement for me.”
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The TLC series, 1000-Lb. Sisters, even documented one of Tɑmmy’s remarkable milestones. In an exclusive clip from the show, Tɑmmy was at home with her brother Chris when he suggested that she try sitting in the front seat of the car now that she has lost a significant amount of weight. Chris humorously remarked, “We’re gonna try and put you in the front seat today, are you game?” Tɑmmy replied hesitantly, “Yeah, I’m just not sure if I’ll be able to… fit between the door and the console.”
Chris playfully joked that they’ll “squish” her in the car and as long as the door can shut, they’re good to go. With her walker in hand, Tɑmmy cautiously made her way outside. However, her attitude quickly shifted to pure joy as she managed to sit in the front seat and buckle her seatbelt. With a big smile, she exclaimed, “I did it!”
Chris expressed his amazement at the victorious moment, saying, “When Tɑmmy actually realizes that she sat down in the chair, she’s good to go, and the door can close, you can tell that the little battle she just won made her feel wonderful. Even at 16, she couldn’t sit in the front seat buckled up. And now it’s on like Gray Poupon, baby!”
Reflecting on the experience of sitting in the front seat, Tɑmmy added, “It’s like a whole new world. You’re experiencing everything from a different point of view. Instead of being the second person to see stuff, you’re the first person.” Her words were filled with laughter, highlighting the joyous triumph she experienced.
