Amy and Tammy Slaton are used to getting criticized by the 1000-lb Sisters fanbase, but the most recent target of the siblings' followers is Amy and Tammy's mother, Darlene. Amy and Tammy have had a complicated relationship with their mom for as long as they can remember and it appears Darlene has little interest in attempting to fix the family's warped dynamic. From missing out on important milestones in her children's lives to passing down toxic characteristics, here's why 1000-lb Sisters fans can't stop judging Darlene.
Amy and Tammy's connection with their mother has been strained since the pair of Slaton sisters' childhoods. The reality stars have been honest about the financial insecurity Amy and Tammy's family endured when they were young and still struggle with today. Amy and Tammy were essentially raised by their grandmother, who would watch the girls while their mother was working one of her many part-time jobs. Although they didn't have strong relationships with Darlene, Amy and Tammy were able to strike emotionally fulfilling connections with their grandma. Regrettably, the Slaton sisters weren't able to forge the same relationship with Darlene, and once their grandmother passed away, Amy and Tammy turned to food for comfort.
Although Amy and Tammy's past indicates that there's a disconnect between the daughters and their mother, 1000-lb Sisters fans have an issue with how Darlene's behaving in the present. Darlene was one of the first to voice their doubt in Amy and Tammy's weight loss journey in season 1. The Slaton matriarch plainly stated that she didn't think the girls had it in them to commit to their diets and exercise regimens. In a recent episode from season 3, Darlene demonstrated her apathy toward her daughters even further during a meal Amy and Tammy planned for Mother's Day. The sisters found a fancy restaurant for the three Slaton women to celebrate Darlene, but the mother was averse to showing any gratitude. One Reddit user was frustrated with Darlene's attitude and asserted, "Most moms... know it's the thought that counts and you at least try to enjoy yourself instead of complaining."
On top of criticizing Darlene for her sour disposition on Mother's Day, fans were quick to call out Amy and Tammy's mom for a variety of alleged wrongdoings. A commenter noted their opinion of Darlene was established when Darlene was absent for Amy's marriage. The fan explained, "She made me so pissed when she didn’t go to Amy’s wedding!!! I am not surprised she would act this way." Viewers also agree that the negative characteristics they judge in Tammy were likely passed down by Darlene. One commenter hypothesized, "The narcissism trait definitely passed down from the mom to Tammy... really no wonder the whole family has issues." Although Darlene only highlights Tammy's faults for some, other fans see Tammy in a different light thanks to the cold mother. A Reddit user confessed, "[Darlene] is a huge part of why I hold onto some sympathy for Tammy."
Neither Tammy nor Amy are perfect, but the way Darlene treats her daughters offers some insight into the sisters' complicated relationship today. From not showing up to Amy's wedding to passing down the self-centered traits viewers observe in Tammy, fans think Darlene can be a mediocre mom. Unfortunately, the 1000-lb Sisters fanbase isn't anticipating a major change in Darlene's attitude anytime soon.
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