1000-Lb Sisters season 6 episode 9 recap: Tammy faces challenges while the family uncovers ancestry secrets in London

The TLC reality series 1000-Lb Sisters aired its season 6 episode 9 on December 10, 2024, featuring a major milestone for Tammy, Amy, and their family. The episode followed their first international trip to London, where they explored surprising details about their ancestry.

While the family learned they were linked to the Mayflower, Tammy faced physical challenges that tested her, culminating in a dramatic moment during a visit to a historic pub. The family met genealogist Brad Argent in London, who revealed a 500-year history tracing their roots back to Sir Thomas Clarke, a knight born in the 1520s.

Chris expressed pride in having a knight in the family, humorously commenting about wanting to wear rusty armor. Tammy inquired about potential royal connections, and although no direct ties were found, the genealogist explained that Sir Thomas might have descended from villagers linked to royalty generations earlier.

The most significant revelation came from Sir Thomas's grandson, John Clarke, a ship pilot in the 1600s. John’s role as second in command on the Mayflower ship in 1620 left the family stunned. Amanda remarked on the significance of knowing their heritage, and Brad suggested that John’s local pub might have been the historic Mayflower Pub, which the family later visited.

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Exploring family history at The Mayflower Pub in 1000-Lb Sisters season 6 episode 9

The family arrived at the Mayflower Pub to experience a part of their ancestor's history. The pub, which had been operational since the 1500s, held sentimental value, and Chris mentioned that they were hungry and needed fish and chips. However, Tammy faced difficulties climbing the stairs to the restaurant.

Despite her determination, she felt weak midway, leading the family to rally around her with encouragement. Chris remarked that Tammy had already overcome more physical steps than she had in decades, highlighting her effort.

Tammy eventually made it upstairs but was visibly in pain. Amy was upset about her sister’s struggles, so she voiced her concerns loudly, drawing attention from other patrons. Amanda reminded Amy to remain composed in public spaces.

Tammy said in a confessional, "B***h, tone it down a little."

Amy left the scene, upset, and Chris stepped in to console her before bringing her back to rejoin the family. In a confessional, Amy said that her family doesn't really need her while crying.

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Tracing the Slaton family ancestry in 1000-Lb Sisters

During their visit to London in 1000-Lb Sisters, the family met genealogist Brad Argent, who unveiled a 500-year history of their lineage. He introduced them to Sir Thomas Clarke, born in the 1520s, noting, “If the name has ‘sir,’ that means they were knights.” Chris expressed his excitement in a confessional about wearing knight armor and walking around.

“They could be rusty, but I don’t give a damn,” Chris said.

Brad also explained that while no royal connection was confirmed, knights often came from villagers tied to royalty a few generations earlier. The journey continued with Sir Thomas’s grandson, John Clarke, a ship pilot in the 1600s, who Brad revealed was second in command on the Mayflower in 1620.

Amanda reacted with disbelief, saying, “Shut the front door, bro. Are you serious?” The revelation of their nine-times great-grandfather’s role in bringing Pilgrims to America deeply moved the family, with Amanda adding, “It’s nice to know where we come from.”

Other highlights from this episode of 1000-Lb Sisters involved the family taking the flight to London. Taking the double-decker bus to visit the places around London and talking to the guards in Buckingham Palace.

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Watch new episodes of 1000-Lb Sisters, airing every Tuesday at 9 pm on TLC.