Right from the start, “1000‑Lb. Sisters” fans were floored when Tammy Slaton casually announced her engagement to girlfriend Andrea Dalton during the Creative Chaos podcast. She referred to Andrea as her “fiancée,” and later flashed her sparkling ring, igniting excitement across the TLC universe people.com+1people.com+1reddit.com+14people.com+14youtube.com+14.
Digging into their backstory, Tammy and Andrea first crossed paths on a dating app—right after Tammy’s beloved husband, Caleb, passed away in July 2023. Tammy has since shared that she no longer feels romantically drawn to men, and Andrea has consistently been by her side
Meanwhile, viewers saw their bond grow during Season 7 of 1000‑Lb. Sisters, where they shared intimate moments such as a bowling date. Though Tammy took time before sharing the news with family—worried about their reactions—the Slatons ultimately embraced Andrea with open arms
Moreover, Tammy’s family response was filled with warmth and belief. Amanda’s heartfelt comment—“If she makes you happy… that’s all we want”—and her mom’s affirmation that Andrea has Tammy’s best interest at heart highlight the genuine TLC emotional connection that viewers know and love
All things considered, Tammy’s engagement marks another heartwarming milestone—on the heels of her sister Amy’s recent engagement to Brian Lovvorn. With Tammy’s transformation journey and Andrea’s support, this new chapter promises even more relatable, feel-good moments for TLC fans.