Are '1000-lb Sisters' producers emotionally manipulating Amy Slaton? TLC slammed for exploiting stars to amp up drama
DIXON, KENTUCKY: Accusations of emotional manipulation by '1000-lb Sisters' producers surfaced after fans watched the 'Dill With It' episode. Amy Slaton, taking her children to the beach on vacation, faced a challenging moment when sons Gage and Glenn began crying, seemingly irritated by the blazing sun and desiring a nap after their beach fun.
Critics argue that the producers orchestrated the scene, denying the children an opportunity to rest and intentionally capturing the dramatic footage. Fans on a Reddit thread titled '1000lb Sisters - 5x07 - Dill With It - Episode Discussion Thread' expressed their skepticism, with one pointing out, "Y'all gotta remember that the producers are setting so much of this up. Production probably said they wouldn't pay for the trip if the babies stayed home."
The fan further remarked, "They also probably pushed a filming schedule that wouldn't leave time for the boys to go back to the rental for a nap, or put more money on the table if Amy didn't go back to the rental at supper." He accused the producers, stating, "It's reality TV, but people behind the scenes are manipulating people's emotions to get footage they can use, and stitching together unrelated footage."
Another speculated, "If I was going to take a wild guess, I think Amy didn’t want to go on the trip to the same degree everyone else did. She’s repeatedly said she feels like her life has fallen apart and needs time to wrap her head around it, but no one else wants to give her that space." "Right?! The producers are really milking this fight, and it’s getting annoying, JUST SHOW US," commented another.
Where is '1000-lb Sisters' star Amy Slaton now?
Amy is currently embracing life to the fullest, residing in Dixon, Kentucky alongside her sister Tammy Slaton. The reality TV personality is dedicated to her weight loss journey. Following the birth of her son Glenn, Amy faced emotional instability, often breaking down into tears throughout Season 5. However, she is gradually regaining stability and returning to her normal life.
In addition to prioritizing time for her sons, Amy is also carving out moments for herself. She's focusing on updating her wardrobe and frequently shares pictures posing in different costumes, showcasing a positive shift in her journey.
'1000-lb Sisters' star Amy Slaton realizes being overweight can affect her motherhood
In the upcoming episode 'Boiling Point', Amy will grapple with concerns about her weight, realizing the challenges of being an overweight mother. The Slaton family will collectively shift their focus towards shedding excess weight. The official synopsis states, "Tammy struggles to cope after surviving a near-death experience, and Amy realizes being an overweight mum may prove to be too much." It further adds, "Meanwhile, Chris is desperate to get rid of excess skin, while Amanda offloads some dead weight of her own." The episode promises significant developments in the Slaton family's weight loss journey.
'1000-lb Sisters' Season 5 airs episodes every Tuesday at 9 pm ET on TLC.