‘1000-Lb Sisters’ Fans In Awe Of Amy Slaton's New Transformation

'1000-LB Sisters' Trailer Shows Amy Slaton Break Down In Tears Over Ex-Husband

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By Afouda Bamidele on November 30, 2023 at 1:22 PM EST

"1000-LB Sisters" fans should get ready to dive into a sea of emotions as the highly anticipated season 5 is about to launch. 

A new trailer for the upcoming season unveiled a side of Amy Slaton that is sad to see. In a raw and heartfelt moment, the reality TV star got emotional about her tumultuous journey with ex-husband Michael Halterman.

The rollercoaster of emotions is no doubt about to peak, especially after Slaton recently unveiled a new romantic interest in her life. 

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Amy Slaton's Has A Tearful Reaction Over Ex Michael Halterman

As the curtain sets to rise on a new season of "1000-Lb. Sisters," the TV star found herself navigating significant changes. 

In the trailer of the upcoming season of TLC's beloved series, Amy is seen facing challenges that push her to a breaking point, shedding light on her struggles as a mom to two young boys while grappling with an unsupportive now-ex-husband.

The clip shared on the network's Instagram page unveiled a dramatic narrative, also capturing her sister Tammy Slaton's departure from rehab, met with personal emotional chaos.

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According to the events shown, fans could see a looming breakdown in Amy's marriage to Michael. Overwhelmed and feeling unsupported, Amy expressed her frustration, stating, "Every aspect of my life is chaotic because I don't have no support. I feel like I'm at my breaking point." 

The heart-wrenching revelations continued as the 36-year-old shared her desire for a divorce right after her older sister unhappily noted, "I really don't see him changing."

The post received a flurry of responses from fans who were excited about the upcoming season. "we're thrilled ??," one supporter wrote, while another gushed, "Can't wait to see my fave sisters. And way to go Tammy. You look amazing!!!!" 

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Some expressed their opinions about Halterman, which included heated comments like, "Thank god. Michael is useless," and "Husband is so lazy." Others even tried to advise Amy, writing, "Some things don't last forever, but being with someone because of the kids isn't a reason to stay!!" 

While the video might have been heartbreaking to watch, recent developments indicate that Amy has indeed moved on from her chaotic marriage. Halterman filed for divorce on March 13 as confirmed by the Deputy Clerk for the Union County courthouse, resulting in the end of their four-year union.

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However, Amy has wasted no time in embracing a new chapter in her life, introducing her new beau, Tony Rodgers, just days before the trailer was released. The images shared on social media showcased their happiness and commitment to one another, with Rodgers bonding with her sons, Gage Deon and Glenn Allen. 

The TV personality emphasized the seriousness of their relationship by writing "A&a 4ever" in the accompanying caption. 

As expected, fans responded with overwhelming excitement, celebrating her newfound joy with one admirer humorously noting, "Uh oh! Amy done left the dead weight and got her some CHOCOLATE! Loving this for you! Glad to see you're happy!!!" 

Others expressed genuine support, with comments like, "I'm not gonna lie, I'm rockin with this real hard! I can see how genuine it is ?? I'm rooting for y'all!" and observations about Rodgers' apparent involvement with Amy's children, stating, "just from these pictures he looks like a more involved dad than Michael."

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A Look At Tammy Slaton's Bold Step Into The Dating World

Amy isn't the only one embracing new love in her life. Her older sister Tammy is also on a journey to find a long-term partner following the death of her husband Caleb Willingham in July.

The 37-year-old's remarkable weight loss journey empowered her and also fueled her confidence to explore love once again, as evidenced by her presence on a Facebook Dating website.

Just three months after Willingham's passing, Tammy's dating profile reflected her transformed self, featuring a cute picture of her trimmed-down figure. The "1000-LB Sisters" star, standing at 5'3, declared her intentions on the dating site —seeking "chatting, friendship, or a long-term relationship."

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While her profile did not specify gender preference, it aligned with her previous revelation about embracing her pansexuality. In August, insiders shared that the YouTuber was open to relationships with both men and women, marking a significant shift in her romantic interests.

According to the source, "Tammy is pansexual, and she's looking to date a woman right now." They also disclosed that she was currently exploring connections with various individuals, but nothing had reached a "serious" level yet. 

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