Chris Combs made his debut on 1000-lb Sisters during season 2 of the hit reality show. He was not afraid to be blunt and give Tammy and Amy tough love on their weight loss journey. As the show progressed, Chris realized he also needed to lose weight so he could be around longer for his family. He recently surprised fans with a photo documenting his dramatic weight loss transformation.

Chris is the older brother of the famous duo Tammy Slaton and Amy Halterman. Fans instantly enjoyed him as an addition to the show because he didn't back down from some of the harsh truths his younger sisters needed to hear. His hilarious commentary and strong opinions quickly made him part of the recurring cast. Chris was right alongside Tammy and Amy as they worked to lose the weight, and he assisted in taking Tammy to her doctor appointments. Being so involved gave Chris the wake-up call he needed to turn his own life around. His health had been declining in recent years, and his family was the motivation he needed to go forward on his weight loss journey. Viewers have witnessed Chris achieve significant milestones throughout the show as he strives to meet his goals.

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Chris shared just how far he has come on his Instagram with a before and after photo that shocked fans. Chris captioned the photo saying, "I would have to say that this has been the hardest but the most rewarding journey I've ever done." Surprised and supportive comments flooded his post. One user said, "You should be so proud of yourself!! You are amazing!! Love watching you and your journey!!" Another user wrote, "Props to you. Can't wait to see you continue your journey as well." Another supporter said, "wow let’s call the show 100lb chris!"

Viewers have been invested in Chris' story just as much as his sisters when they watched him start the process of getting bariatric surgery. Chris had a few setbacks along the way, but he didn’t let that stop him. The most difficult was when his leg became infected and required emergency surgery. His doctor instructed him to rest and not exercise for several weeks. Despite that stumbling block, he continued to make progress and remained dedicated to his goal. His hard work proved to pay off, and he was able to have the surgery. However, he still had to continue living a healthy lifestyle and stay committed to his diet.

TLC has yet to announce a new season of 1000-lb Sisters, but fans hope to see more of Chris in the fourth season. His journey has been an inspiration for many, proving that with time and hard work, it can be done. He started the process as a commitment to himself as well as his wife, kids, and grandchild. He admits the process hasn't been easy, but he does plan to undergo surgery for excess skin removal once he reaches his goal weight. Chris is proud of how far he has come and credits his family for their support and encouragement on his journey.

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