Despite getting a late start as a television personality, Amanda has quickly become a fan favorite on the show 1000-lb
Sisters. She even gained more screen time than usual during season 6, with her charming personality making her an
interesting addition to the cast. Like her Slaton siblings, Amanda is known for being hot-headed and opinionated,
often engaging in heated arguments with her family members. Her entertaining love life is also a major talking point among fans, who have enjoyed following her journey since her divorce.
Amanda’s love life has not been without its setbacks, though. After finalizing her divorce from Jason Halterman, which ended a 22-year marriage and produced four sons together, Amanda jumped back into the dating pool. She met a new man named RJ and even announced that she was leaving Kentucky to move to Florida to be with him. However, things took a turn for the worse when Amanda posted a now-deleted photo of the couple on TikTok, taken during a happier phase of their relationship.
Amanda has been very unlucky in love, particularly with her last boyfriend, RJ, who “ripped her heart out.” After their breakup, Amanda briefly dated another man, but since the relationship ended before she went public with it, his identity remained unknown. Recently, though, Amanda announced her relationship with her new boyfriend, Leonard E Moore, affectionately referred to as “Mellow.” The couple has been together for three months, and Amanda feels confident enough to share their relationship with the world.
“I came back to Ky. Dated one other dude for a very short time and met mellow 3 months ago,” Amanda wrote on her TikTok post, which features a photo of the couple. It appears that Amanda has finally moved past her anger towards RJ and is focusing on what she wants in her life. Her new relationship is a significant departure from the drama and hurt caused by her previous breakup.
While her love life has been a central focus for fans, Amanda’s weight loss journey is also a crucial aspect of her story on 1000-lb Sisters. Amanda has struggled with her weight over the years, particularly after she got married and had children. In March 2023, she underwent bariatric surgery for the second time, with the show documenting her journey. During season 6, Amanda had to rely on her family members for assistance during a weigh-in due to ongoing knee surgery and having to use a wheelchair.
In addition to her personal struggles, Amanda has also had to navigate the uncertainty surrounding the future of 1000-lb Sisters. With sister Tammy repeatedly threatening to leave Kentucky, where the show is filmed, there has been speculation about the show’s potential cancellation. Amanda recently addressed these rumors during an Instagram Q&A, but her response may not provide much comfort to worried fans.
When a fan asked Amanda if there would be a season 7, she revealed that she had signed a non-disclosure agreement preventing her from discussing the show. This news is unlikely to calm the fears of fans who are eager to see what happens next. If the show does return for another season, Amanda could play an even bigger role, building on her popularity from season 6. However, fans should not get too attached to her new boyfriend appearing on the show; judging by her past romantic history, it’s likely that her relationship will eventually come to an end.
