
Chris Combs
Chris Combs is a reality television personality known for appearing on TLC's 1000-Lb Sisters. He became part of the series in its second season alongside his sisters Tammy Slaton and Amy Slaton, while also drawing attention for his substantial weight-loss journey.
Personal life
Chris Combs married Brittany Combs in 2016. They have a son named Brandon and a daughter named Emily.
Chris is also the brother of 1000-Lb Sisters stars Tammy Slaton and Amy Slaton. His family members, including his wife, children, sisters, and grandchildren, appear in photographs and videos shared on his Instagram account.
Joining 1000-Lb Sisters
Chris made his reality television debut in the second season of 1000-Lb Sisters. He appeared alongside Tammy Slaton and Amy Slaton and supported their efforts to lose weight and improve their health.
His role on the series has included sharing family moments and his own experiences with obesity. He became known to viewers for his support of his sisters and his Southern charm.
Weight-loss surgery and fitness
Chris began his weight-loss journey after becoming unhappy with his size and overall health. He had weighed more than 450 pounds as an adult and was motivated in part by his father's death from obesity-related health complications.
In 2022, Chris became eligible for weight-loss surgery and underwent a gastric sleeve procedure performed by Dr. Eric Smith. He subsequently lost more than 150 pounds and completed his first 5K race, marking a major change in his activity level.
Work and fan engagement
Chris began working at McDonald's in 2008 and has worked as a manager at the fast-food restaurant. He also creates personalized videos for fans through Cameo and Memmo.
In 2024, Chris announced his first appearance at VCC9, also known as Vette City Con, a horror and pop culture convention. He uses Instagram and other social platforms to promote appearances, personalized videos, family updates, and lifestyle content.
Quick facts
- Chris Combs made his reality television debut in the second season of 1000-Lb Sisters.
- He once weighed more than 450 pounds.
- Chris underwent gastric sleeve weight-loss surgery in 2022.
- He has lost more than 150 pounds through his weight-loss journey.
- Dr. Eric Smith performed Chris Combs's weight-loss surgery and later praised his progress.
- Chris completed his first 5K race after losing weight.
- He began working at McDonald's in 2008.
- Chris announced his first appearance at VCC9, a horror and pop culture convention, in 2024.
- He married Brittany Combs in 2016.
- Chris and Brittany Combs have a son named Brandon and a daughter named Emily.
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