'My 600-lb Life': Who is Stephanie Assanti? Here's all you need to know about Steven Assanti's wife

Steven Assanti found his happily ever after when his wife fell in love with him after watching the show
UPDATED MAY 28, 2020
Steven Assanti (TLC)
Steven Assanti (TLC)

Steven Assanti is a married man. Steven became famous when he appeared on the show along with his brother, Justin Assanti. The two received a lot of backlash for their behavior but the one who was hated the most was Steven. The latest episode (May 27) of the show gave a glimpse into how the brothers were doing. While Justin is focusing on running his shop, Steven is a married man and is loving every second of it. Steven revealed in the episode that he is married to Stephanie and here's everything you need to know about her. 

She first saw Steven on the show and fell in love 

Like everyone else, Stephanie first saw Steven on the show and fell in love with him. While there were many people who thought his personality had to change, Stephanie thought otherwise. Speaking to Newsweek she revealed that when she first saw Steven on the show, she knew he was her soulmate and started eagerly looking for him. 

They connected on social media 

Steven revealed he and Stephanie met on social media. Steven had joined an online video chat where Stephanie was present. She was quick to send him a message and the two connected instantly and started talking. 

She has a daughter 

Like Steven revealed on the show, Stephanie also has a daughter. All three of them have been living under the same roof and it seems like things have been pretty good for this family. Despite Steven's brother cutting all contacts with them, the family has been enjoying their time together. 

She is a licensed massage therapist

When Steven first told his brother and father about Stephanie, they were quick to assume she was a prostitute or a hooker. However, as they got to know her, they understood what she meant for Steven. While Steven's brother still has no contact with them, his father makes an effort to stay in touch with Steven, Stephanie and Stephanie's daughter. As reported by Newsweek, Stephanie is a licensed massage therapist. 

They secretly got married

Steven and Stephanie dated for a brief period and quickly decided to get married. It was a secret wedding and was attended only by the bride and the groom. Steven's brother and father were not interested in the marriage at first but as time went, Steven's father eventually accepted it. 

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