1000-lb SistersstarAmy Slatonusually makes appearances with her sister, Tammy Slaton, but she recently announced a solo endeavor. The unscripted show, which premiered in 2020, chronicles Amy and Tammy’s weight-loss journeys. The two sisters are close and have done everything together. They even refer to themselves as Irish twins because, at 37 and 38 years old, they were born a year apart. Throughout the years, the siblings have been a package deal, so it raised more than a few eyebrows when Amy recently announced her first solo meet and greet.
During1000-lb Sistersseason 6, Amy started to express interest in gaining some independence from Tammy and the rest of her siblings. As the youngest in the family,she’d always been treated like an incompetent baby, and she was tired of it. Tammy also expressed interest in more independence and even contemplated leaving Kentucky to put distance between herself and her family. The season ended with Amy and Tammy talking about their differences. Does Amy’s first solo meet and greet mean she and Tammy aren’t in a good place?
Amy & Tammy Have A Complicated Relationship
They’ve Always Been Close
Though they have three other siblings, they grew up in different households, so they’re much closer to each other. Thoughthe whole family is very close-knit, the other Slaton siblings,44-year-old Chris Combs, 44-year-old Amanda Halterman, and 48-year-old Misty Wentworth, are much older than Amy and Tammy. Amy and Tammy lived together as children, and for many years, they lived together as adults.
Before embarking on her weight-loss journey, Tammy weighed over 600 pounds, so her mobility was limited. She needed a lot of help with day-to-day activities, and Amy was there for her. After Amy got married, Tammy moved in next door, whereshe continued to rely on Amy and her husband, Michael Halterman, for help. After Amy and Michael got divorced in 2023, Amy even stayed with Tammy for a while, along with her two sons. Amy and Tammy have lived together more than most sisters ever will, so their relationship is unique on many levels.
Amy & Tammy’s Journeys Have Been Very Different
They’ve Moved At Different Paces
As close as the sisters are, Amy and Tammy lost weight at different paces. When Amy made her television debut, she weighed over 400 pounds. Wanting to be healthy enough to have children, Amyhad bariatric surgery during1000-lb Sistersseason 1and immediately started on her path toward health and fitness. She quickly lost 125 pounds. She soon went on to make her dream of motherhood come true, giving birth to two healthy sons,Gage and Glenn Halterman.
Tammy weighed over 600 pounds during the pilot episode, and she went on to gain even more weight.
Tammy’s weight-loss journey wasn’t as linear as Amy’s. While Amy immediately started her weight-loss journey at the premiere of1000-lb Sistersseason 1, Tammy struggled to get going. Tammy weighed over 600 pounds during the pilot episode, but gained more weight. By the time season three aired, Tammy weighed over 700 pounds. She wouldgo on to weigh 725 pounds at her heaviest. A health crisis landed Tammy in the hospital and saved her life.
Doctors had to put Tammy in a week-long medically induced coma. When she woke up, she realized she could die. After focusing on treating her lifelong food addiction, Tammy had bariatric surgery andwent on to lose an incredible 500 pounds. Losing so much weight so fast left the1000-lb Sistersseason 6 star with a lot of loose, excess skin. It kept Tammy from finding her self-confidence, which came to a head during a night out with Amy.
Amy & Tammy’s Limo Fight Explained
Jealousy Played A Major Role
During an episode of1000-lb Sistersseason 6, Amy and Tammy rented a limousine and went out to celebrate their weight-loss achievements. The night served as an illustration of how the siblings havefound themselves on different paths over the years. Though the sisters are close, they’ve been pursuing health and fitness goals at different paces. Amy lost weight faster than Tammy, so she’s further ahead in her overall journey.
Though Amy and Tammy have both expressed a desire for more independence, doing solo meet-and-greets feels like a big deal.
During their big night out, Amy and Tammy went to dinner and even took a racy burlesque class together. The class illustrated how far apart the sisters are on their journeys. While Amy was eager to strip down to her underwear and give her all to the dance class,Tammy was still uncomfortablein her own body. While Amy danced and had fun, Tammy seemed to be trying to disappear. Beyond being uncomfortable in her body,Tammy was angry with Amy for being so carefree with her own.It was clear that Tammy was jealous of Amy.
Amy Announced Her First Solo Event
“My First Meet And Greet”
Amyrecently posted an Instagram announcement that surprised many1000-lb Sistersfans, who are used to seeing Amy with Tammy. The flier offers a full-length photo of Amy looking slimmer than ever. Her caption reads, “My first solo meet n greet!! Hope to see you there!!” ThoughAmy and Tammy have expressed a desire for more independence, doing solo meet and greets feels like a big deal. It could be a scheduling issue but could also mean the sisters are fighting.Amy and Tammy have often feudedwith each other and their other siblings.
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