Dottie Perkins
Many of the show’s viewers were moved by Dottie Perkin’s story. As a result of her son’s diagnosis, the father chose to collaborate with her and her children. As a result of being forced to care for her son alone for an extended period of time, she gained 640 pounds. Despite her hurdles, her determination enabled her to shed 149 pounds. She admitted during the follow-up interview that her son died in 2016. She did not regress to her previous methods; rather, she remained adamant and unwavering in her convictions. By keeping her physical condition, this mom was able to convey her love for her son. She has gained 194 pounds in all.
Dottie Perkins
Gideon Yeakley
650-pound Gideon Yeakley appeared on the show, a first for him. At the time of the accident, his wife and son were caring for him. Despite being miserable as a result of the diet, he lost 221 pounds during his time on the show. The couple became parents for the second time the following year, this time to a small daughter. He has maintained his weight loss and is now about 330 pounds. He was hospitalized in 2019 for an unexplained cause but has since been discharged. Following that, he traveled to witness his wife receive her bachelor’s degree and begin her new career as a counselor.
Gideon Yeakley
