The weight-loss journey of the Slaton sisters on TLC's 1000-lb Sisters has taken a surprising turn: Tammy Slaton, once the heavier sibling, now weighs less than her younger sister Amy. Tammy has dropped from over 700 pounds to approximately 238 pounds, while Amy's weight loss stalled at 237 pounds after facing personal challenges.
How Tammy Surpassed Amy's Weight-Loss Milestone
When the show premiered in January 2020, both sisters were fighting to qualify for bariatric surgery. Amy told People: "We were already trying to lose weight before the show even got a hold of us, so it was like the perfect opportunity." Amy reached her lowest weight of 237 pounds, but her progress plateaued following her split from ex-husband Michael Halterman. Tammy, after entering an Ohio rehab facility, met her target weight and underwent surgery, eventually surpassing her sister's achievement.
Reacting to her milestone, Tammy admitted: "Everyone keeps telling me I look smaller than Amy; that's kind of hard to believe." Her transformation was confirmed in 2025 when she revealed to The Independence: "When I was at my heaviest, I was 700-plus pounds. Right now, I'm weighing in at 238."
Current Status of the Slaton Sisters
Amy Slaton (born 28 October 1987) is a reality TV personality and YouTuber. Her highest weight was 406 lbs. She had bariatric surgery in 2019 and by December 2023 had lost 176 lbs. She welcomed two sons, Gage Deon and Glenn Allen. In March 2023, she and Michael Halterman filed for divorce. In September 2024, Amy was arrested at a Tennessee zoo with Brian Scott Lovvorn on charges including drug possession and child endangerment. The couple married in late 2024 and pleaded guilty to reduced charges in December 2024, receiving two years of probation, fines, and mandatory classes.
Tammy Slaton (born 27 July 1986) is a reality TV star and digital content creator. After being denied surgery in Season 1, her weight peaked at 725 lbs. In 2022, she stayed at an Ohio weight loss facility, losing 180 lbs to reach 534 lbs, making her eligible for surgery. She had the procedure in summer 2022. She underwent skin removal surgery, with 15 pounds of excess skin removed from her chin, stomach, and arms. In 2023, her husband of seven months, Caleb Willingham, passed away. Tammy told People: "He was my best friend, and I loved him dearly. When I met Caleb, he became my guardian angel, and now he really is watching over me."
Other Family Members' Weight-Loss Journeys
Chris Combs (born 18 August 1980) started at over 450 pounds and lost around 150 pounds after his 2022 surgery, according to Screen Rant. He now runs 5Ks and is married to Brittany Combs with two children.
Amanda Halterman (born 16 April 1981) had her first bariatric surgery in 2014, regained weight, and had a second surgery in March 2023. She has lost around 300 pounds total and is dating Leonard Moore.
Misty Wentworth (born 9 March 1976) underwent surgery in March 2023 alongside Amanda, dropping from 240 to 166 pounds, which allowed her to stop taking diabetes medication. She is married to David Wentworth with four sons.
Key Facts and Answers
- Neither Amy nor Tammy Slaton has passed away. Tammy's husband Caleb Willingham died in June 2023 at age 40.
- Amy and Michael Halterman share joint custody of their sons Gage and Glenn.
- Tammy now weighs approximately 238 pounds, down from over 725 pounds.
The series, which began as a story of mutual survival, now highlights the sisters' divergent paths: Tammy travels and creates content, while Amy focuses on her children and mental health recovery. Both continue working toward healthy, independent lives.
