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TLC’s hit reality show My 600-Lb. Life follows the medical journeys of Americans who are struggling with obesity, with many starting the show at well over 600 pounds. These individuals work with Dr. Nowzaradan, a.k.a. Dr. Now, to explore the possibility of gastric bypass surgery and shed as much weight as they can, all while mending personal relationships and improving their confidence and mental health.

Samantha Mason, who appeared on My 600-Lb. Life season 9 episode 1 in December 2020, has been of particular interest to fans of the show. She weighed nearly 1,000 pounds, in part due to her job as a fetish model where she was paid to eat on camera. However, Samantha feared that her obesity would take her life and leave her daughter without a mom. Keep scrolling to find out what happened to Samantha and where she is now.

What Happened to Samantha Mason on ‘My 600-Lb. Life’?

Upon entering the show, Samantha weighed more than 800 pounds, as seen on the scale. However, she revealed that she previously weighed 950 pounds. As a fetish model, Samantha made money from viewers paying her to eat. The job paid her bills and gave her confidence, but it had a negative impact on her health.

“I found the perfect community to reinforce my worst habits,” she said in a clip from the show.

Throughout the episode, viewers saw Samantha work hard to shed pounds. They also learned more about her upbringing, as she revealed her food addiction began when she was about 5 or 6 years old as a result of her parents’ divorce. She later dropped out of school at 17 years old and became pregnant with her daughter, Bella.

While Samantha said she joined My 600-Lb. Life out of desperation and fear, she later admitted to regretting her appearance on the show. In a since-deleted TikTok video, Samantha said the show led her to receive severe criticism from viewers and changed her view of reality television. She called it “the ‘let’s exploit the fat people and laugh at them publicly’ show,” as Looper reported.

Has Samantha Lost Weight?

Samantha revealed in a TikTok video in October 2020 that she had just completed weight loss surgery and came out “114 pounds lighter.” In total, she said she had lost 320 pounds since May 2020.

In June 2023, Samantha posted another video to the platform in which she revealed she had been hospitalized for a skin infection. She revealed that the doctor told her she needed to lose weight, so she responded, “I’ve lost 650 pounds.” However, she added, “I know I need to lose weight. I’m on it, thanks.”

Where Is Samantha From ‘My 600-Lb. Life’ Now?

Samantha leads a mostly private life today, but she shares occasional updates with her fans on TikTok. In a video posted in November 2022, she revealed that she doesn’t like social media and often spends time “isolating” with her cats and Bella as Samantha copes with depression.

She also made a plea to her followers to stop commenting on the weight she has lost, particularly those who previously encouraged her eating habits when she was a fetish model.

“Sometimes people will come up to me and say things like … ‘You look different. You’ve lost your belly. Your big beautiful belly is gone,’” she said, adding that she’s probably lost more than 650 pounds but still has “hips” and a larger belly. “It makes me feel so bad about myself. Don’t do that to me, guys.”

Embracing the Journey: How Models Are Redefining Beauty Standards with Self-Love Transformations

Emotional performance: The brunette actress delivered a compelling and tearful portrayal.

In her personal life, Julia, who has three children with her husband, cinematographer Daniel Moder, chose a layered ensemble, featuring a white shirt over a cream top, complemented by loose blue jeans.

Her long brown hair was styled modestly for her role as Barbara Weston, a character in a family grappling with their differences after the disappearance of their alcoholic father.

During a particularly dramatic scene, Ewan held Julia’s hand with anticipation as they approached a boat dock to identify a deceased person alongside the Sheriff.

Casual appearance: The Pretty Woman star appeared quite plain as she filmed the intense moment of body identification.

Upon discovering the corpse, Julia broke down in tears, seeking comfort in the embrace of Ewan’s character, Bill Fordham, as she continued to sob.

Despite the emotional weight of the scene, Julia was spotted laughing heartily between takes.

The actress was accompanied by Julianne Nicholson, who seemed to share a lighthearted moment with the group.

Not her usual style: For her role as Barbara Weston, she donned jeans and layered tops. The Boardwalk Empire actress also opted for a similarly understated look, wearing a blue shirt and brown flared trousers, with her hair tied back in a ponytail.

Other notable cast members in the 2013 film include Benedict Cumberbatch as ‘Little Charles Aiken’ and Meryl Streep as Violet Weston.

According to the film’s IMDb page, Renée Zellweger and Andrea Riseborough were initially considered for a role.

Riseborough was ultimately cast but had to withdraw due to scheduling conflicts, resulting in Juliette Lewis stepping in as Ka.

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Ariana Grande has always been a beloved figure in the entertainment industry, admired for her talent, stunning looks, and relatable personality.

However, recent public appearances have sparked concern among fans.

“Scarily skinny”

Ariana Grande has been a household name ever since she rose to fame as a child star on Victorious. Over the years, she’s undergone various transformations, both professionally and personally. But her most recent change — marked by a noticeable weight loss — has certainly captured the attention of fans in a big way.

When Ariana Grande graced the red carpet at the BAFTA Film Awards, the internet quickly flooded with comments about her appearance once again.

The 31-year-old pop star can’t seem to avoid the endless online discussions about her body every time she steps into the public eye.

A recent photo of her signing autographs at the BAFTAs sparked fans to label her as “scarily skinny” and “terribly thin.”

“Terribly thin. I hope she can turn this around before it’s too late. I’m sure her organs are working overtime,” read one comment.

Another said, “She suffers from anxiety and this picture actually looks as if she is getting better. She was smaller than this at one point.”

“I hope she’s okay. She doesn’t look well,” another wrote. “…Something is up.”

Many quickly speculated that Ariana Grande’s appearance was the result of an eating disorder (ED).

”There is Hollywood skinny then there’s not ok skinny and she is not ok that is alarming skinny,” one commenter wrote.

“This is anrexia,” one person remarked, while another agreed, saying, “Damn, she’s anrexic. She needs help as soon as possible. Before her heart stops.”

“This is actually getting really concerning,” a fan added. “Every time she’s out and about she looks like she’s getting skinnier. To the people saying she’s fine, no she isn’t, this is the purest example of an*rexia there is.”

“She clearly has an ED and she needs help,” another said. “She’s scarily skinny these days … Atp she’s just skin and bones.”

Dr. Patrick Wanis, a behavioral and relationship expert, explained that much of the constant commentary on Ariana Grande’s appearance is driven by what psychologists call a “parasocial relationship”—a one-sided emotional attachment fans develop to a celebrity, even though the celebrity has no awareness of their existence.

“Ariana Grande became famous as a Nickelodeon child star around age 17. The public has grown up with her and sees her through the lens of nostalgia, purity, and a fixed image of youth,” Dr. Wanis shared in an email to Bored Panda.

“Accordingly, any physical change—weight loss, weight gain, or aging—is magnified because people expect her to remain the same forever. Her fans identify with her youth.”

The issue of weight loss in the entertainment industry has long been a topic of debate. Celebrities like Christina Aguilera, Katy Perry, and many others often make headlines for any weight fluctuations, whether gain or loss.

Extraordinary pressure

Celebrities, particularly women, often face immense pressure to meet unrealistic body standards, which can lead to unhealthy weight loss practices.

While Grande has not publicly addressed the concerns about her health, her fans are urging her to take care of herself and prioritize her wellbeing.

“The public expects female celebrities to strike an impossible balance—thin but not ‘too thin,’ toned but not ‘too muscular,’ natural but not ‘too real.’ This is an extension of the extraordinary pressure and societal expectation of women,” Dr. Wanis explained.

This “toxic mix of nostalgia, beauty standards, and social media culture” creates immense pressure on Grande and other pop stars to “remain frozen in time – eternally youthful, while still conforming to impossible expectations of unattainable standards if not perfection,” said Dr. Wanis, the creator of SRTT Therapy (Subconscious Rapid Transformation Technique).

Ariana’s journey has been an open one, from overcoming personal struggles to finding her voice in an often demanding industry. Her fans admire her resilience, but they are also quick to remind her that she deserves to be healthy and happy above all else.

As the discussion continues, it’s clear that her fans’ priority is her physical and mental health, and they will be waiting for updates from the star, hoping to see her flourish in every aspect of her life.

A 21-year-old woman says she was barred from boarding her flight after showing up at the gate wearing a  bikini. Despite explaining her outfit choice, she says she was treated unfairly—sparking a wave of online debate.

Brazilian model and cosplayer Kine-Chan dressed up as Rebecca, a character from the anime series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners (2022), wearing a black bikini, a blue wig, and black sandals to attend an event. Afterward, she headed to Navegantes Airport in Brazil to catch a flight. According to her, airline staff denied her boarding due to what they deemed “inappropriate” attire.

Kine-Chan shared the incident on Instagram, where she detailed the situation and her reasoning for wearing the  costume. “A very annoying situation happened this weekend,” she wrote. “I tried to board at Navegantes Airport dressed in Rebecca’s cosplay for an event. I already knew I might be running late, so I wore the costume to save time and head straight to my room. But I was told to go home and change because what I had on was not considered ‘appropriate’.”

Her post quickly attracted mixed reactions in the comments. Some users felt the outfit was too revealing for airport travel. One follower commented, “Kine, I love you, but you could’ve worn something easy to slip on—like a wrap dress or even a button-down shirt.”

Others defended her right to express herself through cosplay. “It’s truly disappointing the airport barred you, a talented artist, over a cosplay as incredible as Rebecca’s,” another fan wrote. “Freedom of expression and creativity should be respected.”