Tammy Slaton after skin removal surgery.
🌟 Fan-Focused Recap:
- Major Milestone Achieved: The 1000‑Lb Sisters star had an 8-hour surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center to remove over 15 pounds of excess skin—targeting her chin, arms, and lower stomach
- Emotional Face-Off: In the season finale, after removing her bandages, Tammy whispered a stunned “Boy…”—then admitted it felt “weird but amazing”, noting her “bat wings” and hanging chin were gone. She’s embracing a new silhouette and mindset
- Six Years in the Making: After losing a staggering 500 pounds, Tammy finally qualified for surgery—her excitement was contagious. She shared, “I was overwhelmed with excitement… you could see it in my face”
- Recovery Rockstar: Doctors cleared her to go home four days ahead of schedule— Tammy was even spotted visiting the Museum of Illusions during recovery, celebrated by her siblings at home
- Why Fans Are Wilding Out:
- Total resilience—one year post‑bariatric surgery, she’s taking charge of phase two.
- Real, raw emotion—minus filters; raw reaction in hospital footage.
- Family connection—siblings cheering her on reinforces that #SquadGoals vibe