Tammy Slaton is hoping fans can understand her side of the story.
The 1000-Lb. Sisters star came under fire from viewers of the show who were disappointed in her interactions with sister Amy Slaton on the TLC series' Nov. 19 episode in which Tammy called out her sister for being "an ass." And the 38-year-old soon set the record straight.
"I wish people could come at me and tell me l'm a bad person and this and that for how I treat my family," Tammy wrote on Instagram Stories Dec. 5. "But does anybody ever stop to think what goes on after the cameras aren't on? What does my family say to piss me off for me to go off like I do."
The reality star added that while viewers of the show assume every part of their lives is caught on camera, much of it is not.
"l'm not always the bad guy here," Tammy continued, "and I'm not trying to be a victim either. I just wish people would get story straight before judging and assuming."
She also posted a video to her Instagram on the same day addressing her fans, saying, "I think everybody hates me right now."
However Tammy saw a need to defend herself, explaining there was a backstory for her behavior towards Amy.
"You all gotta hear me out, please," she said. "I'm not trying to bash Amy, I love Amy to death."
According to Tammy, at the time the scene was filmed, Amy was in a relationship with her ex-boyfriend Kevin (whom she split from earlier this year). And it would seem Tammy was not a fan of his, telling her Instagram followers, "Y'all know he wasn't a good guy."
She claims that during filming, Amy was drunk and was embarrassing Tammy with how "immature" she was acting. However, she knows that that's not an excuse for her own reaction.
"I am sorry for the way I treated her. I am sorry for the names I called her," Tammy continued. "But at the same time she was reckless and didn't care about nothing. It's embarrassing sometimes. That was embarrassing for me."
She ended the video with an apology to her sister, saying that while she loves her dearly she had "to be honest."
And despite the apologies, fans were still divided.
"Tammy, you are not hated by us," one Instagram user wrote in the comments. "We love you and are so proud of your accomplishments. Sisters butt heads—no reason to hate you over that."
However, another fan had a different approach, writing, "Tammy we love you but sometimes you get it wrong. Those are your sisters. You should be willing to move towards reconciliation to resolve differences."
Since 1000-Lb. Sisters began airing in 2020, Tammy has never been shy about sharing every aspect of her life—including her relationship with her sister, as well as her own struggles with mental health issues and alcohol.
For a look back at Tammy's journey over the years, keep reading.
Sharing Her Journey
Since 2020, TLC viewers have watched Tammy Slaton's journey on 1000-lb. Sisters. She underwent bariatric surgery in mid-2022 and since then, fans have continued to witness her transformation on TV and on social media.
As of August 2024, she has lost 500 pounds.
Summertime Style
The reality star shared a snap of herself in a floral print dress on Instagram in June 2023.
Squad Photo
That same month, Tammy posted a group photo with her brother Chris Combs and YouTuber Chelcie Lynn.
A Heartbreaking Loss
In July 2023, 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."
Mirror Selfie
Tammy stopped for a series of bathroom selfies, shared on Instagram August 2023.
Posing in Jeans
In October 2023, Tammy proudly posed for an Instagram selfie in jeans.
Tie-Dyed Style
Tammy posted this video on TikTok in January 2024.
"Killing It"
After she shared new selfies in April 2024, her weight loss surgeon, Dr. Eric Smith, commented, "You are killing it!"
Great Cat-titude
Tammy included in her update a pic of herself with her cat, Chocolate.
"You Are Beautiful"
Amid her weight loss journey, Tammy continued to provide her followers with the optimism she had gained throughout her 500-lb. weight loss.
“Always remember you are beautiful,” she wrote in the caption of an August 2024 TikTok. “You are strong. You are brave. You are loved and you are enough.”
Skin Removal Recipient
After months of setbacks that prevented Tammy from being approved for skin removal surgery, she was finally given the green light for the procedure.
She unveiled the results on a June 2025 episode of the TLC series.
Flaunt Your Form
One month after Tammy revealed her new look following her skin removal surgery, she shared a series of selfies from her life as of late.
Included in the July 2025 update, she showed off her new figure in a skin-tight body suit as she smiled at the camera.