The family behind 1000-Lb. Sisters is facing heartbreaking news
This week, Amanda Halterman — sister to Tammy and Amy Slaton — shared on Instagram that their beloved cousin, Katie Slaton, has passed away after a difficult battle with cancer.
She was only 37, leaving loved ones devastated by her loss.
Died on Monday
Katie Slaton, the cousin of stars Amy and Tammy Slaton, has passed away after a courageous fight with cancer. She appeared on season five of the TLC series, following Tammy’s release from a weight loss rehab center, and quickly became a fan favorite for her warm personality and close bond with the sisters.
Earlier this year, Katie was diagnosed with stage four gastric adenocarcinoma, a rare and aggressive form of stomach cancer. She underwent chemotherapy in the months that followed, but sadly, she died on Monday, August 25, at Linda White Hospice House in Evansville, Indiana.

On Tuesday, her cousin Amanda Halterman — who is also Amy and Tammy’s sister — shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram. Posting a photo of herself with Katie, Amanda wrote:
“It is with a completely crushed heart and spirit that I have to post this. My little cousin went to sit at the feet of Jesus yesterday. She was a force to be reckoned with and showed love that was accepting and given freely. She was the life of the party and my best friend.”
She continued:
“Please pray for everyone who loves her. Thank you all who has come out and supported her. #cancerscks.”
Amanda added another emotional tribute, writing:
“I know both our grandparents and friends was there to welcome you home. Please pray for my aunt, uncle and cousins but mostly for the babies and for Natalie to be strong. Please pray for everyone who loves her. Thank you all who has come out and supported her. #cancerscks.”
Have not yet spoken publicly
Tammy and Amy have not yet spoken publicly about Katie’s passing, but earlier this year Tammy reached out to fans for support. In January, she shared a GoFundMe page for Katie’s treatment, writing:
“Y’all I’m so sorry to be asking a big favor like this but if anyone can help, even if it’s a dollar would help my cousin out so much. She has been on my show but this is something new. Our family just found out about her having cancer.
Our fans have been there for us for so long now and y’all mean the world so any act of kindness is and will be greatly appreciated. Thank you so much and before anyone asks, yes I’ve donated myself.”
Born on September 17, 1987, in Morganfield, Kentucky, she was the daughter of Jerry and Frances Slaton. Katie loved spending time outdoors fishing, listening to music, and being surrounded by her family and friends.
Katie’s passing has left her family, friends, and fans heartbroken. Loved ones are remembering her as a light in their lives — someone whose energy and love touched everyone around her.
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