My 600-Lb. Life

20125 seriesEntertainment / Factual
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TLC

Telling powerful stories in hourlong episodes, TLC follows medical journeys of morbidly obese people as they attempt to save their own lives. The featured individuals - each weighing more than 600 pounds (42 stones - confront lifelong emotional and physical struggles as they make the courageous decision to undergo high-risk gastric bypass surgery. In addition to drastically changing their appearances, they hope to reclaim their independence, mend relationships with friends and family, and renew their feelings of self-worth.

Benji & David's Story: Episode Image
Episode 10Benji & David's Story

Benji and David were raised on fast food. At 700 lbs, David is unable to work and Benji, now 475 lbs, fears that he is heading down the same road. S6, Ep9

Renee's Story: Episode Image
Episode 11Renee's Story

Former plus-size model and 'big is beautiful' advocate, Renee realises her mortal mistakes as her weight swells to 600 lbs and her health crumbles. S6, Ep10

Sarah's Story: Episode Image
Episode 12Sarah's Story

After a tough childhood with an abusive stepfather and drug-addicted mother, Sarah weighs over 600 lbs and is fighting for her life at 24 years old. S6, Ep13

Schenee's Story: Episode Image
Episode 13Schenee's Story

Devastated by two miscarriages due to her weight, Schenee is desperate to start a family and stop relying on her husband to take care of her. S6, Ep12

Jennifer & Marissa's Story: Episode Image
Episode 14Jennifer & Marissa's Story

Jennifer And Marissa's Story. Jennifer and daughter Marissa have a co-dependent relationship, putting both of their lives in jeopardy, with a combined weight of over 900-lbs. S6, Ep11

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