Current:Home > Scams1000-lb Sisters' Tammy Slaton Struggling With Anxiety Over Driving Amid Transformation Journey -Finovate
1000-lb Sisters' Tammy Slaton Struggling With Anxiety Over Driving Amid Transformation Journey
View
Date:2025-04-25 06:35:48
While Tammy Slaton is going full speed ahead on her journey to transform her body and lifestyle, she's putting the brakes on one aspect: Driving.
Weeks after an episode of her TLC series 1000-lb Sisters showed her successfully attempting to sit in the front seat of a car for the first time in almost two decades, the reality star revealed that one day she hopes to get behind the wheel.
"I do want to learn eventually," Tammy shared in response to a fan question in a Dec. 31 TikTok video, "but right now anxiety's just a little too much. A lot going on. But baby steps."
However, the 37-year-old does have experience driving a golf cart. "It didn't go too fast," she added, "But yes, eventually, I do want to drive a car."
And Tammy's future driving plans are part of a new chapter for the TLC star, who spent 14 months in a weight loss rehab center. She lost more than 400 pounds through treatment and bariatric surgery and left the facility—where she met her late husband Caleb Willingham—last year.
Since departing the center, Tammy's reflected on how her weight loss has changed her life.
"Just being able to walk without a walker or be pushed in a wheelchair, and no oxygen. I don't even sleep with it at night anymore," she told People. "Then it was being able to fit in a regular vehicle, front seat, and then the belt buckle, and not have to use an extender now. So I mean, just what seems minor to some people is giant for me."
Look back at Tammy's journey:
Since 2020, TLC viewers have watched Tammy Slaton's journey on 1,000-lb. Sisters. During a February episode of the show, Tammy revealed that she was "approved for weight loss surgery." Since then, fans have continued to witness her transformation on TV and on social media.
The reality star shared a snap of herself in a floral print dress on Instagram in June.
That same month, Tammy posted a group photo with her brother Chris Combs and YouTuber Chelcie Lynn.
On July 1, Tammy mourned the death of her husband Caleb Willingham. "Rip sweet angel you will forever be missed and loved so much," she wrote on Instagram alongside throwback photos, "thank you Caleb for showing me real love and happiness."
Tammy stopped for a series of bathroom selfies, shared on Instagram Aug. 25.
Tammy proudly posed for an Instagram selfie in jeans Oct. 18.
For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News AppveryGood! (6)
Related
- Alex Murdaugh’s murder appeal cites biased clerk and prejudicial evidence
- The last pandas at any US zoo are expected to leave Atlanta for China this fall
- Singer Zach Bryan and girlfriend Brianna LaPaglia shaken after 'traumatizing' car accident
- Georgia’s prime minister joins tens of thousands in a march to promote ‘family purity’
- Bill Belichick's salary at North Carolina: School releases football coach's contract details
- Teen Mom's Jenelle Evans Reportedly Obtains Restraining Order Against Ex David Eason
- Kristin Cavallari Details Alleged Psycho Stalker Incident
- NCAA softball tournament bracket, schedule, scores on road to Women's College World Series
- Retirement planning: 3 crucial moves everyone should make before 2025
- Asia just had a deadly heat wave, and scientists say it could happen again. Here's what's making it much more likely.
Ranking
- Backstage at New York's Jingle Ball with Jimmy Fallon, 'Queer Eye' and Meghan Trainor
- 3 dead, 3 wounded in early morning shooting in Ohio’s capital
- Judge dismisses lawsuit by Georgia court candidate who sued to keep talking about abortion
- REI’s Biggest Sale of the Year is Here! Save Up to 60% on Patagonia, North Face, Garmin & More
- B.A. Parker is learning the banjo
- The Daily Money: Nordstrom and Patagonia make peace
- Mike Tyson, Jake Paul exchange insults as second joint press conference turns darker
- 2024 PGA Championship Round 3 tee times: When and how to watch third-round action Saturday
Recommendation
Off the Grid: Sally breaks down USA TODAY's daily crossword puzzle, Triathlon
New app allows you to send text, audio and video messages to loved ones after you die
Q&A: The Dire Consequences of Global Warming in the Earth’s Oceans
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs abuse allegations: A timeline of key events
Working Well: When holidays present rude customers, taking breaks and the high road preserve peace
The unofficial spokesman for the American muscle car, Tim Kuniskis, is retiring
Chevrolet Bolt owners win $150 million settlement after electric vehicles caught fire
A brief history of Knicks' Game 7s at Madison Square Garden as they take on Pacers Sunday